Just wondering what peoples thoughts are on the following.
I am testing empty properties that are inspected by the client and have a list of items that they want doing, not major things just changing tatty fittings etc and a full test.
I have been replacing things to meet a certain minimum...
I would like to know the correct recommendation code to give to a distribution board which is not fitted with a main swithed disconnector. The DB in question is an (old english electric) board, which is fitted with BS88 fuses, it is supplied from a main switch bank in another room.
Just seeing what u chaps would give these....
code 1
- No main earth bond on water - obviously
- shower pull cord in zone 2
code 2
- supply to garage 'taped' onto catinery wire
- outer sheath of twin and earth has worn away exposing inner cores which are still protected ?
cheers Sy :)
Hi everyone
Just doing last minute revision for the final practical (i.e. Periodic Inspection/Fault Finding) on the 2330 L3 (Tue 22nd :eek:) & I've just stumbled across something that may come up, but I'm not sure how to classify it.
If there is a bridge made on a ring final (i.e. a ring...
Hi all topic for chat
just wanted to ask if anyone had a list of common departures and codes??
I had one a few years ago but have missed paced it
Apart from the obvious ones socket outlet in swimming pool :p lol
Its been one of those questions that I have had numerous answers for.
Periodic codes for defects and how to grade them has been one question that has caused more than one argument over a cuppa. I grade things as I find them and not always agree with the Electrical safety guide or NICEIC. On my...
Hi all,
Wondering if anybody can help?
My Dad has just got a Seaward PAT 2000i tester after coming from an even older Seaward PAT 1000. He had codes/barcodes set up for each required test for the 1000 and now wants to set up something similar for the 2000i (one with IEC port).
Although he...
Testing a premises with single compartment trunking,containging lighting and power wiring alongside data cabling and telephone wiring,would this be classed as a code 1 or 2.
Also contained within this building there is 3 sepperate offices with there own metered supplies,sharing a common water...
when fitting some appliances the instructions ask for a type of cable by code
ie h5o vv w etc
i found this today hope it helps
http://www.interpower.com/icl/images/HAR_Wire_coding-ICL.gif
“ Ingress Protection Codes “ ♫♫♫♫
BS-7671 does not give detailed information on IP codes.
The degree of protection afforded by an enclosure is indicated by two numbers and followed by an optional two letters.
First Number - Degree Of Mechanical Protection...
Do all sockets need to be rcd protected on a commercial/shop premises or just ground floor ones? All floors are of the same shop.
Any help much appreciated
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