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  1. S

    Back up generator to mains?

    What is the best way to do a back up generator installation? I have a guy who wants a 3KW generator (only to power some lights and a pump) but never done one of these installs before, I'm assuming commando socket outside wired to changeover switch?? Thanks
  2. G

    is it safe to connect a 6 mm cable to a 2.5mm cable

    We are getting our bathroom refurbished , our bathroom already had a 9.5kw shower we are getting that changed to a rainfall shower. As we have low water pressure we are having a water pump installed. The builder has connected the existing 6mm cable to 2.5mm cable (using a connector block )...
  3. O

    How to connect this toroidal transformer for a light fixture?

    Hi All, Hopefully someone knows the answer to this one. I have a toroidal transformer, which goes with a specific light fixture. However, when I purchased it (second hand) I did not get the install instructions. Attached are photos of the transformer, and the label, as well as the leads on the...
  4. Z

    install rosy lights-switch and connect in the box,I have a problem with o

    Hello everyone I hope you all well,, I have a question regarding old method install rosy lights-switch and connect in the box,I have a problem with one fault sort it ,the light doesn’t work,I needed help,I have experi connect in the switch…
  5. B

    has anyone managed to connect to a megger mft via bluetooth?

    i have purchased a second hand mft 1731 but i have had no luck in connecting to my iphone via bluetooth. Also, I have cd roms of the megger powersuite but unfortunately i do not have a cd drive in my laptop has anyone managed to get the software without the cd rom? Kind regards
  6. Quarath

    How to connect LED stripe with 5 LEDs per segment and no resistors?

    I got a lamp with LED stripe on the picture (no power source) and I'm bit confused what power source I could use?
  7. S

    Can I connect the neutral and ground when wiring a 3 wire cable to a 4 wire outlet?

    I recently purchased a steam sterilizer with a PID controller and I'm trying to figure out how to power it safely. The sterilizer requires 240v but the PID (if I understand it correctly) uses the return 120v on the neutral wire. My problem is that I have an old house and the neutral and ground...
  8. sajeel

    solar panel connect directly to consumer

    Have a client with solar panel setup with batteries fitted, they have asked if possible to store the electrical energy and then use for lighting, i was thinking of using a contactor or changeover switch as cannot feed both power sources into 1 lighting circuit all your replies and suggestions...
  9. J

    Caps? Pigtails? Why not direct Connect?

    Hi, I have an electrical noob question. I have six ceramic sockets with light bulbs in the basement, mounted on the joists. Single 15A circuit. I'm in the US. I'm considering installing a single gang electrical outlet (joist mount) on the same romex run as one of the lights for a small...
  10. NRSHDHK

    How to connect: Yellow, Blue and Brown Wires?

    I AM TRYING TO CONNECT, XPELAIR VX100T EXTRACTOR FAN FOR THE TOILET.
  11. F

    Which power source can I run a cable from to connect a bathroom mirror/light?

    DIY: hi I’m looking for advice on how to connect an led bathroom mirror/light unit to a power source. I have a pull cord light switch and a fan switch in the bathroom and a light switch outside the bathroom that’s connected to a light switch at the foot of the stairs. Basically what I want to...
  12. R

    Power connection of unknown source connected to outdoor light.

    Power connection of unknown source (prob socket spur) connected to outdoor light. Can i disconnect the existing light. Connect up RCD plug and then connect a switch to control a new outdoor light like pic
  13. T

    Best way to connect up air compressor

    Hi, I'm looking for some guidance from more experienced hands. Have a friend who just bought a 2.2kw air compressor which is obviously blowing the fuse in the plug due to the start-up current. Manufacturers information suggests a 30a single phase motor DOL for the power rating whilst the...
  14. D

    5 x For SaleCrabtree Curved Double 2 Pole 2 Gang Switched Sockets CR1307/D Clamp Connect £13 Plus £3 P&P

    5 x For Sale Crabtree Curved Double 2 Pole 2 Gang Switched Sockets CR1307/D Clamp Connect £13 Plus £3 P&P
  15. A

    Can I connect a 1000W with a 600w smart fan speed controller?

    Hi everyone, I'm trying to have a clear view of is ok to connect a 1000W industrial fan to a 400W Tuya smart fan controller. I have some knowledge about the electricity but I'm not totally sure if it matters the switch load as long as the fan has is own capacitor. I'm asking this as I...
  16. W

    Connecting 2 3.5kw ovens

    Hey people, i have two 3.5kw ovens to connect, customer has an existing 10mm t and e in situ on a 32 amp breaker, would this be okay in your opinions
  17. B

    Can I connect an outdoor socket to a junction box which feeds my garage?

    Hi, I’m looking at adding an external socket on my house. I have a external junction box which is fed from the main consumer unit, in the junction box is a connector block which feeds a SWA cable which goes under my patio to my garage. In the garage is a smaller consumer unit which has a socket...
  18. buzzlightyear

    error connect

    having sent me megger 1720 in for calibration and asked if they could check out the loop having some strange reading or missing the pfcc and pefc not long having me megger 1720 back from calibration and they said at the time we can not find nowt wrong with it but you might have fault leads ,by...
  19. R

    Best way to connect sub panel to main

    I'm moving all the loads from my main panel to a sub panel, in order install an Enphase Enpower Smart Switch in between. The main panel is a 125A cutler-hammer combination meter/panel (MBE1224B125BTS), with a 2-pole100A breaker as the main service disconnect. What's the best way to connect the...
  20. NBCanada

    What is best and easiest way for an electrician to connect lights and plugs from electric baseboard existing circuit upstairs?

    I have an older home with some knob and tube upstairs, downstairs has been rewired new. I want to disconnect upstairs knob and tube. Can an electrician , junction my electric baseboard wire (all upstairs rooms have baseboard heaters to install new bedroom lights and plugs.? I am on breakers. I...

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