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  1. D

    I need to move a double plug forward to allow for tiles but wires are too short

    Hi all , I know that you are allowed to do like for like in your own home Ie change a wall light etc. I have an issue with one double plug thats on a ring main. The wires are very short and after tiler tiled the wall I can not get plug back on as the wires are now too short. Ive been told to...
  2. Rockingit

    Are EATON Glasgow ISO’s double switched?

    On a new style Eaton Glasgow switched iso, does the mechanical isolator also act to isolate the OUTgoing side, in between the fuse carrier and the terminals? On a dead unit I’ve no continuity between them in the off position. If so it’s going to really spoil my hopes of a 5 min job…..
  3. ak247fox

    Can i use 6mm twin and earth with wago 5 way to wire up a double plug

    I had to replace a surface plug socket box after the plasterer destroyed the old stuff. It has black, red and earth wire, 3 of each and look quite thick (the earth wire looks like it should be used for barb wire abd isn't covered) Sticking all of that into a new faceplate isn't working so well...
  4. D

    Help with a Double 3 way switch and 2 regular 3-way switches

    Hi, Need some help with an odd setup. I have a large room with many lights that i separated into 2 sets. In Box 1 there is the 14/2 power in, 2 regular 3-way switches and 2 14/3 wires out to the box at the other side of the room. In Box 2 i only was able to put a single gang box so i got a...
  5. Vortigern

    Baumatic two zone induction hob - Needs a 20A double pole switched fused spur...

    Looking at instructions for installation for Baumatic BHI300 it requires a 20A Double pole (3mm separation) switched fused spur, I quote pretty well verbatim from the pdf manual! I have never heard of such an accessory, but I have lived a sheltered life and willing to be surprised. Anyone heard...
    • Vortigern
    • Thread
    • baumatic double fused fused spur hob induction induction hob needs pole spur switched zone
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  6. R

    Zanussi double oven tripping the mains

    Hi, I bought my Zanussi ZCV663MWC cooker ten years ago, I replaced the top element four months ago and its been fine until now. When I turn the top oven on it heats up then after ten minutes it trips the mains. Also I have never used the bottom oven but when I turned it on it also tripped the...
  7. B

    Double Sock, One Switch Not Cutting Power Reliably

    Hello. Had an issue a few months ago with a double electrical socket. One of the switches was stiff and sticking most of the time. I contacted a local electrician to put a new faceplate on which he did. Problem is, ever since then, the righthand switch is temperamental. It clicks on and off...
  8. G

    EV chargers and double pole RCD's.

    So regulation 722.531.3.1 says RCD's shall disconnect all live conductors. Is this requirement met if the charger itself contains a DP RCD? As presumably there is no reason that the installed circuit requires a DP RCD? in fact depending on cable type and install methods the cable may not need...
  9. G

    Unused double 20 amps breaker in my old 1 bedroom appartment?

    Hi I have a 1 bedroom appartment from 1954. I opened my breaker box to find out what the extra double 20 amp was used for and I realized that it's disconnected. 15 amp goes for the lighting and the plug 120V outlets of the appartment. 20 amp the whole kitchen double 20 amp is the hot water 40...
  10. HappyHippyDad

    Difference between 1p+N and double pole RCD

    I need to replace a Hagar RCD (model number CN284U). This is a type AC RCD and I wish to replace it with a type A. The model number for the Type A equivalent is CNA584U. They are both 100mA, 100A, S type. The only difference being is that the Type A RCD is referred to as 1P + N rather than...
  11. B

    Whirlpool bath. Is there legal requirement for additional dedicated RCD even if we have Double RCD CU?

    Hi to all. Is there legal requirement for additional dedicated RCD even if we have Double RCD CU? Our whirlpool bath has ambiguous instructions: first it saying that it has to have separate RCD outside. Then it says "IF separate RCD installed" like if there as an option not installing it. We...
  12. K

    Double insulated ceiling fittings

    Afternoon All. Could someone please advise a good source for class 2 ceiling light fittings. Looking for modern LED types. My house has no earth in the lighting circuit. Thanks
    • Koth
    • Thread
    • ceiling double fittings insulated
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  13. M

    Double pole mcb poles

    I've a C63 10kA DP MCB Is there usually protection on both poles or is 1 pole a switch?. I'm not seeing any markings to indicate either way. Cheers.
  14. B

    Landing double switch incorrectly wired

    Hi all. Newbie here and hoping someone can help. Some time ago I replaced the landing double light switch. Wires must have come loose as it stopped working. Put them back in what I thought was the right place but its not quite working properly. Its one of these thats connected to the one at the...
  15. J

    Double pole or Single pole + Neutral for domestic extension supply?

    I've been carrying out quite a few domestic extension first fixes recently which involves providing a power supply installed from the properties mains. I have always just Henley blocked from the properties main consumer unit tails into a 63/80/100A BS-88 fuse Main switch board then from the...
  16. admiral-ackbar

    Receiving 120VAC from frame of double insulated TV, is this normal?

    Got a jolt from the metal frame of my 2020 Sony KD-65X9000H TV. Measuring 120VAC at all times unit is plugged in. Now I know there's often some leakage with double insulated items but I thought that 120v seemed fairly high. Is that somewhere around the expected amount to leak? Contacted Sony...
  17. B

    Reg/standard for double socket

    Hi All Wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction regarding uk double sockets. Is there a reg or a British standard that manufactures have to stick with. As if my memory serves me right most double sockets will handle 20amps of load for long periods without causing any issue but...
  18. S

    Dimplex Quantum storage heater 150 - keeps melting 20amp double pole switch

    Had a quantum (qm150) installed for 8 years - no problem. Couple of weeks ago the switch (usually always on except when on holiday) stuck and no power to heater. Had a look at switch and saw it was melted where the N wire goes in. Bought an exact replacement (B+Q) and replaced myself with the...
  19. HoneycombEchoRomeo

    Do I need an electrician in? 32amp to Cooker Switch to Double Socket.

    Hi Guys, I am just changing my plug top oven over & gas hob and noticed the following: 32AMP Breaker > 6MM Cable > Cooker Switch 45a > 4mm cable > Double Socket which powers both. 13a Plug Top Oven replacing the previous same plug top. Gas Hob and just powers the igniter. Is this right or do...
  20. Dartlec

    Double insulated lighting design

    Another replacement lighting job - another crappy double insulated white box to grapple with. Even with luck - there being only one cable at each point, it was still far too much hassle but I have it a go just on principle to give them a chance. Usually I dispose of them immediately and go with...
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