I like to be able to connect an electrical tool such as small vacuum cleaner to clean things on the attic or a light.
For convenience, I like to plug one end of this cord to an outlet on the ground level, then let it run straight up to a small hole on the ceiling to the attic. So, only a few...
Hey there, I've done some simple electrical work, but I'm no expert.
I'm installing a new LG 24 inch dishwasher (Model #LDT5678SS) with 120 volts and 15 amps.
The power cord provided is 5.4 feet which is too short to reach the closest outlet. I need a cord that is at least 8 feet. The last...
Hi I have recently wired a basic fan extractor to a pull cord bathroom light. I managed to get it working but I need someone to confirm the theory behind what I have done and I have some questions. Any knowledge will be appreciated.
The fan is a basic fan, it has 3 wires. Blue, brown and...
I just purchased a generator with a 30 amp twist lock 4 prong outlet. My house has a generator outlet that has 3 prongs, see the attached pictures. It appears as though the outlet was wired using the black as a hot and the white wire also as a hot. I am making a generator cord and I have...
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I am looking for a 10-15A power cord terminated with an angled (90) IEC C7 polarized male connector. I can find hundreds of non-polarized ones but can find none that are polarized. Does such a plug exist? Has anyone seen one or know of a place that supplies them? A complete, made-up...
Hello. I live in MA, in case it has any bearing. My daughters gave me an inflatable hot tub, and my question is re: using an extension cord to plug it in. I had one several yrs ago plugged into one of my outside outlets but they're not working at present (only 1 is attached to the house so I...
I have two beautiful hanging lights and need to install them in new house. They have pull cord sockets but the cords are now to short. We have replaced the cords before, so that is not a problem but I would like to wire both cords into one electrical plug, like this: Collections Etc Double...
I have been asked by a good friend to check out the electrical installation in their French holiday home, whilst I am there (free use for test) what is so special about the Fluke mains lead that they want £40.00 for the EU version? I know it has a special plug into the unit, but c'mon £40.00 for...
Hi I have a led candle with 24 color remote I purchased off eBay. I took apart removed the insides it used 3 aaa batteries 1.5v each . I then took a cell phone charger 5v and attached it ! It worked ! Ant the application I used it on has worked the last 6 years and still works ! I feel safe but...
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I bought a corded hedge trimmer today and started using it. In about 5 minutes I had managed to chop through the cable! Rookie error. Here are the cut cable ends (I am in the UK btw)
So I need to repair the cable. Having googled around, I could solder the wires together, but I don't...
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I have unscrewed the pull down cord unit of a bathroom fan. This was to fit a new cord as the other one need replacing.
I’m now unable to pull the cord to turn off the fan. I have a small coil which needs putting into the unit but I do not know where. Any help would be really appreciated!
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I have a pull cord ceiling switch with a neon light. Everything is fine but when the neon Light Is off, the fan works. When the neon light is on, it doesn't. I will attach a picture but the only difference is a link from one end of the nylon core to the fan live.
thanks.
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Where can I purchase retro, twirling electricity cable like in the following pic:
I'm looking for the plastic type, rather than the cloth version. Cheers!
Hi, first time poster here.
I've had a relatives iron come my way that is in need of a replacement mains cord but I'm a little confused as to what gauge the replacement flex should be.
It's stated on the bottom of the iron that it draws 2kW max, which just over 8.5 amps at 230V. According to...
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Not new to forums, but definitely new here!
I've searched the regs, and guide, long and hard and can't find anything about where a 45A pull cord can and can't be located. The shower in question will be in a DDA toilet with a wet floor, no basin.
I feel that the means of isolation should...
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My friend broke my bathroom pull cord switch and whilst fixing it, some of the wiring came out. I can't remember which way they go in.
I have a yellow wire, 2 reds and a pinkish red wire. I have a black box into which the wires fit labelled L1, L2 and comm.
I'd be very grateful for any...
Got called to do a job today for a Landlord friend of mine to replace a Light pull cord fitting in "a room containing a bath or shower"
Look like someone has been hanging from the fitting and even had to replace the switch cable!!
Just checking this is still a repair and replacement and...
I have been called back to a job where the pull cord is yet again not working. This is the sencond time they have had this fault.. Take the fitting down and the whole inside is a melted mess.. Now the shower is a 8.5kw fed on 10mm twin and earth on a 32a mcb. Install method B,
I have tested R1...
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