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  1. U

    Why dont we use 1/2 amp fuses anymore explained

    If the appliance has 0.5 sq mm cable, the UK plug should (maybe "must" because of the wording in the Plugs and Sockets Regulations) be fitted with a 3A fuse, or 5A if high inrush. If the appliance has 0.75 sq mm cable or above, the UK plug should be fitted with a 13 A fuse. Before you get...
  2. T

    3 phase Cooking Appliance

    Just been asked to quote for running new supply & connecting a 3 phase cooking appliance in a small bakers. Don't really do much with 3 Phase so just a quick question. DB has 3 phase 3 pole breaker spare and the run is around 40-45 meters away from the DB Done a quick calc and the SWA needs to...
  3. S

    X-ray Machine Tripping RCD

    Hi there, First post so please be patient. I was called to our local vets as there X-ray machine would trip the RCD at the consumer Unit when they went to switch it on but when they re-set it it works fine as it only does this the once. I can not find any faults with the fixed installation and...
  4. S

    ADVICE NEEDED: altering an american 120V appliance to use in UK 230V?

    hi all, I'd like to purchase an american version/model of an electrical appliance to use in the UK. the reason is because i'm getting it at an unbeatable price. but of course, it is manufactured for north american voltage at 120V and not the UK 230V. and the manufacturer warns in the disclaimer...
  5. C

    Kitchen appliance rings + 20a dp switches/ 13amp fuse holders in grid

    I have always installed a dedicated 32a kitchen appliance ring circuit and fitted a grid module system comprising of 20amp DP swithes and 13amp fuse module holders. Each appliance is spurred from the dedicated 20a dp and FCU. I always plug the appliance on an unstitched 13a single socket rather...
  6. L

    I need help using European appliance in another country

    Hi, everyone! I recently bought a blender online from a local seller. Only when I received it I realized that the plug is different, it's two pronged round. Our socket is two pronged flat, so I need an adapter. I was reading the manual and it says: More info about the blender: ac220-240v...
  7. saucyjack

    Cooker control switch needed or not?

    Hi guys, just a quick question: I appreciate that if you're installing a cooker, then there ought to be a cooker control switch fitted within 2m of the appliance etc., no probs. However, what's the deal with a separate oven and hob? I've got these to install soon, and it's my intention to feed...
  8. S

    RCDs tripping

    Good morning Can I pick your brains please? This morning at home the RCDs on our fuse box controlling both the sockets and the lights kept tripping. We reset them and they'd hold for a while and then trip out again. I've tried turning off things I had on individually to see if I could...
  9. A

    Spur socket installed under integrated appliance

    Looking for some advice on regs for installation of a socket underneath an integrated dishwasher. Recently had a kitchen installed and the electrician has plugged the dishwasher into a metal pattress box (with no grommets fitted) loose on the floor immediately underneath the dishwasher/sink...
  10. richy3333

    Section 708/721 - socket doublers

    Hi All. Can anyone point me in the right direction? I thought I read somewhere about avoiding the use of 'socket doublers' on caravan sites. I've checked through 708 and 721 in BGB and can't find what I am looking for. What is niggling in the back of my mind is having read a phrase that said...
  11. J

    FSU or socket?

    Dishwasher is knackered and new one delivered. Old one was hard wired into a fused spur inside cupboard. New one has plug. Whats best practice, do I get plug chopped off and wired into fsu like old one or change front plate to 3 pin socket and plug in? Thanks for any help.
  12. A

    Sockets below countertop

    Does anyone know if there are any rules, regulations or recommendations for fitting appliance sockets below a kitchen countertop? To me, it appears that the most convenient is to have them at plinth level. Yes, I do mean that low because the vast majority of appliances will clear them...
  13. J

    Outdoor switch advice

    I wanted to post in DIY section but can't do a new post so I will do it here. I bought a 2 way outdoor switch from Maplins. I have wired the power supply as per instructions but those for the appliance do not make sense to me. here is what I have done so far: This would appear to be correct...
  14. K

    Private rented accommodation appliance testing

    Hi, Taking into account the table for initial frequency of inspection and testing in the In Service CoP and the need for risk assessment, where does private rented accommodation fit in on the table? Regards Kevin
  15. M

    Mains to 12v Appliance?

    First of all, I have minimal knowledge of anything electrical so please forgive my ignorance! My problem is that I bought a portable heated handwash unit from eBay which is designed to go in a van. It's 12v 15a and 180w. You can see the unit in question here: Handeman for motor vehicles |...
  16. K

    Fixed appliance testing/point to point testing

    Hi, Is there a risk of tripping a consumer unit RCD when measuring earth continuity on a class 1 fixed appliance e.g. a wall heater supplied via a FCU. I carry out a continuity test between accessible earthed metal parts of the equipment and the earth in the supply (i.e. FCU screw with...
  17. C

    fixed appliance testing

    hi guys, I've been asked to carry out a fixed appliance test" on equipment in a warehouse, such as cooker(industrial), and such things like loading bay lift which is wired into a isolator, and other hardwired equipment now do I need a special tester, like a pat tester or am I being really...
  18. W

    Advise on 16A Plugs & sockets

    Hi guys I have a question what size conductor can you fit in a 16A 2P+E 230V socket/coupler/socket? Thanks
  19. C

    RCD trips when big things are plugged in.

    Hello Everyone I was just enjoying a beer and watching and episode of Sharpe, right before a major battle when everything cut out! The RCD switch on the circuit board tripped. With everything switched off it allows me to turn it back on. Small items such as the WiFi and telephone won't trip it...
  20. BigSi

    Kewtech KT73+ Portable Appliance Tester

    Hi All. Just bought a Kewtech KT73+ portable appliance tester, and was wondering if anybody has used one and what their views were?

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