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  1. mg19899

    Ireland Replace EU molded plug with UK plug

    Hi, I am a homeowner and looking for DIY advise. I bought a outdoor patio heater and it came with a EU plug as shown in picture. It works fine with a UK converter but the problem I have is it won't fit with the connector on in the waterproof outdoor extension cable I bought. So, I am looking...
  2. S

    Need expert advice about disconnect DIY

    Hi all, I'm a newb, hope I'm in the right spot. I've done a good deal of basic wiring over the years (lots of home renovations and such) and am trained in HVAC, but I'm not an electrician. I have a DIY project - installing power to a dock. I'm drinking from a fire hose and trying to learn about...
  3. H

    DIY GFCI switch with CT

    Hi, I got an old electrical box (used for pool equipments). The GFCI switch in it broke. It's made by Leviton but no longer in production. Can someone give me idea on how to DIY such GFCI? The GFCI is marked as 125V 60HZ 20A, the front is traditional, but the back has a current transformer...
  4. kierandgaf

    DIY Thermostat installing Honeywell wired T3

    Hello I’ve just purchased a Honeywell Wired T3 thermostat to install. I’ve ran into an issues I have Drayton thermostat in the hall wall which I’m going to replace but I also have Drayton programmer upstairs in main bed room which only controls heating not water the boiler is located downstairs...
  5. C

    DIY - Can I run a fridge-freezer and a freezer from one socket/outlet?

    A friend who's moving has offered me her upright freezer and I'd love to have it. However, I already have a fridge-freezer and I'm a bit worried about plugging them both into the same power point. I've read online that using both at the same time could blow the circuitry. My Proline...
  6. M

    Hello from Nebraska a DIY person

    DIY with some anxiety about when I did 14 years ago. Looking for advice in the DIY forum. I've did a 220V 14 years ago but later I remember doing some wiring on a toy and didnt realize primary wire insulation will melt with too much current. So I know I had more to learn! If my install looks...
  7. M

    Anxiety about DIY 220V outlet I installed 14 years ago

    I live in ranch style home, basement and main floor. 14 years ago when I was young dumb new home owner strapped for cash I installed my own 220 outlet for the oven. I used overkill wire size (cant recall size but its more than I needed) and a 40 amp breaker. The wire comes out the fuse box...
  8. M

    DIY Hot tub wiring??

    I would like to set up my hot tub wiring a few months before my tub arrives, I would also like to do it DYI. The run I'm panning is 100' from the main panel to the tub. The hot tub (Bullfrog) requires 240v/50a service. My plan at this point is to install a 50 amp breaker on the main panel with...
  9. R

    DIY, difficulty new cooktop, present wiring & breaker

    I am at a standstill installing the new cooktop until I can determine if the new one works with the present wiring/breaker. (I am keeping in mind the contractor may not have installed the right wiring/breaker for the original (current) cooktop either, so tell me if you determine this is the...
  10. D

    Ring Wired Doorbell Transformer Chime advice

    Hi, I have purchased a Ring Video Doorbell in the UK, and am looking to install it. I live in a New build property and the transformer to the Chime is within the Chime unit. Looking at it the wires come through slightly differently to the installation video, and I'm trying to confirm how I...
  11. Longpants

    (DIY) 2011 Grand Cherokee Laredo 3.6L electrical issues

    Driving on interstate at 70'ish and dash lights went haywire (check engine, oil change needed, tire pressure warning, etc) all started coming on. Pulled off at the next exit and got to a parking lot. Windshield wipers were running without being turned on. Once engine was off (dont remember if...
  12. H

    Is there a formula for sizing the amps needed for a breaker?

    HI, I have a small shop space with single phase run to a 100amp breaker main, and I bought a few items such as a welder, plasma cutter and a compressor. In order to ensure I select the correct breaker for these devices and any other ones in the future, I was wonder if there is a formula or...
  13. G

    Light fitting DIY

    Is thgis a standard UK light fitting? It is easily swapped to replace a modern unit?
  14. R

    Candy CPC 220 Fridge Freezer Thermostat DIY

    Hello all My neighbour has a Candy CPC 220 Fridge Freezer thermostat that's on the blink. I have bought a replacement but I can't figure out how you get to it on the fridge to do the replacement.. I have been all over this fridge insidfe and out looking for screws or clips or anything to...
  15. A

    DIY question about portable generators.

    I have a Duromax XP1500EH portable generator which has a 240V 50A outlet and a 240V 30A outlet. I have a 200A transfer switch on my main service panel with a 240V 50A wire connector for attaching my generator. I used this connection during IDA last week and it worked great. My question is can a...
  16. I

    DIY Ceiling Lamp RGB Controller Issue

    Hi, I'd like to make a new ceiling lamp for my bedroom using LED chips. For the White LEDs no problem but for the RGB ones i have the following Issue: I'll probably use LED COB chips RGB 36 Volts, with a current regulator. To easily change color I want to use an RGB wifi controller but online...
  17. M

    DIY first time wiring light

    Hi I just replaced my folks outdoor floodlight but now worried I have done it wrong it is working but wanted to check. it has a junction box all seemed easy however when doing it I spotted cable had 4 wires…the black one wasn’t used before so I just ignore it..now worrying I have done...
  18. C

    DIY help Hotpoint DD2 844C BL Oven power cable

    Hi Cat here looking for advice on a DIY query - for newly fitted double oven Hotpoint DD2 844C BL. Have found the metal cover for the power cable at the rear of the oven has not been fitted before being installed and powered on. I have set the clock but not yet powered up the oven. Wanted to...
  19. D

    Can't get smart light switch to work

    Hey all I have some basic electrical wiring experience, and I'm trying to install a wemo smart light switch in my bedroom Load and line wires were easy to find and connect, but I'm having trouble narrowing down where the neutral wire is (or if I even have one) Here's a picture of what I have...
  20. D

    How do I wire this according to diagram?

    Hi guys! I bought a pool heater online and this Is the wiring diagram that comes with It. Can someone please tell me if this Is possible? From what I understand the 3 wires from the heater must be spliced together with just 1 wire 127w from my main panel but the diagram reads 220v Thanks for...

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