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  1. M

    Multimeter check for sound

    Anyone knows just by looking at the back of the multimeter whether this multimeter is supposed to make sound when checking for continuity. I have replaced the fuse on the left of the image and also has a 9V battery. It works OK but never made a sound when checking for continuity.
  2. Travis Baldwin

    sanity check for electrical services

    Hello all, first post but have enjoyed the forum for a while.. I am in Bristol and recently had an electrician do some work on my house - I want to sanity check the way this guy operated. He did some tasks satisfactorily: Changed a room to a ring circuit, hooked up a second light switch for...
  3. D

    Calibration Check Box

    Hi all, does anyone happen to have a blank pdf for this checkbox, to keep a log of your calibration checks or have a link to where I can get a copy? Much appreciated.
  4. L

    Best way to check if you any faulty appliances ?

    Our electric bill has double within the last 6 months and the electric company are now saying the bill will be £440 a month. The electric company installed a check meter to see if the main meter was faulty. The readings comeback fine and they are now saying that it is down to our usage. We live...
  5. T

    Best way to check continuity of cpc for lighting

    20 y old lighting circuit with cpc at the board but terminating into class 2 recessed down light fittings. Looks like there is a junction box in the ceiling void feeding the light with L&N but I can't access the junction box so not sure how can prove continuity of the circuit?
    • Tbob27
    • Thread
    • best best way check continuity cpc lighting
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  6. P

    landlords safety check

    Hi all have one very simple question but try as i can i cant find the answer on the web in a landlords safety report if a dimmer switch turns on the lights but doesnt actually dim the lights should this be classed as c2 My elderly father has a small property he rents out and it does have...
  7. F

    Please check wiring for Battery backup light

    Hi. Can someone let me know if this is right? I have a Led light which has emergency battery backup. Trying to figure out if what I have worked out is right. Top A in the picture goes to the EM Basic Emergency module which has Lin written on it which says is switched line in the manual. Blue...
    • Frequency99
    • Thread
    • ausie elec backup battery check light lights please wiring
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Australia
  8. HappyHippyDad

    EICR coding check?

    I have just completed an EICR. The lighting circuit has an earth leaving the CU, then some lights have 2 core going to them (L + N) and some twin and earth, no continuity of CPC even at the ones with an earth. There are some metal light fittings that require an earth and also metal screws in...
  9. R

    Whilst doing a maitenance check

    Good morning guys I hope your all well. Since I got the first part of my 2391 done I've been having a rest from the studying because it was at points a little bit intense doing mock after mock after mock. Ill will soon be picking up where I left off and I will be indulging (at cost no doubt!)...
  10. L

    UK When replacing a board do you need to check every socket?

    Hi guys I recently had an electrical safety test and the electrician said he needs to replace the board because it's quite old. The electrical board and all other electrical stuff is outside of my house in the landing. My question is, when replacing the board, does the electrician have to come...
  11. J

    EICR check failed

    Hi Guys, Just had an EICR test and was told it will fail , but not too bad (a couple of C2s) but needs doing. Waiting for the failure cert. to show me the total work needed, and should be here tomorrow. Is there a kind soul out there who can assist me [a retired old electrician who's quite...
  12. S

    UK 13Amp plug check card Electrical Safety First wanted

    I've mislaid my 13Amp plug check card from Electrical Safety First, and they aren't sending out replacements at the minute. Can anyone help? (I'm obviously happy to pay!).
  13. D

    (UK) Sanity Check Kitchen Oven wiring spur

    Hello, I'm hoping someone who knows more than me can sanity check this wiring diagram for my Electric Oven, Extractor Fan and Gas Hob. Background: I bought a new oven, I thought the old one was plugged in with normal plug but it was actually hard wired and the extractor/hob were plugged in...
    • dande650
    • Thread
    • check diagram diy fuse kitchen oven overload spur wiring wiring help
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  14. S

    JCC FGLED6 batch check

    Anybody know where I can check if some fgled6 are part of the good ol bad batches? I've just done an EICR on a property and some numpty has put a JB above every light and 2 core flex into each (NIC domestic installer that has even certificated it!), they arent double insulated so all need re...
    • suffolkspark
    • Thread
    • check jcc
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  15. A

    Replacing Drayton Thermostat with Digital - Wiring Check

    My drayton thermostat (3-wire) stopped clicking so decided to buy a wifi digital thermostat. Digital thermostat dry contact is not wired to the live within the unit unlike the drayton. Can someone confirm my jumper cable position is correct? (i.e. does it matter which side of the dry contact...
  16. E

    Insulation resistance check on LED fittings

    Hi, Do I need to disconnect LED fluorescent fittings when doing an insulation resistance check? Thanks
    • Everzy28
    • Thread
    • check disconnect doing fittings fluorescent insulation insulation resistance led resistance
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  17. Lister1987

    Check Understanding; Minimum alarm requirements for private rent sector

    Just want someone to sanity check me here; my understanding is that battery powered detectors are not permitted in the private rent sector - they're fine if you own/live in the property yourself but the minute it becomes private rent then the minimum requirement is LD3 - Mains Powered (with or...
  18. S

    How to check voltage on heat press.

    My heat press stopped working and have been quoted £130 for a new control board but obviously they can't be sure this is the issue. How do I check that the press is receiving power. I have a multimeter available but its knowing where to take the readings. I have changed the fuse and cable...
  19. Vortigern

    Electrician Jobs Portsmouth spark needed to check electric boiler out

    Ex has flat in portsmouth with electric boiler. Packed in quoted 3k for replacement. Need someone to check element to see if it needs replacement rather than replace whole boiler. Anyone up for that?
  20. R

    UK Please check my logic for upgrade lights project wiring!

    Hi all, I have some outdoor lights, and I want to update the circuit to add a bit more functionality. I have drawn a little picture of what I have now: When we walk past the Outdoor PIR sensor 1, all lights come on, and then go off. This works fine! Now the behaviour I want: Add another...
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