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    Electrical apprentice

    Hi I live in Sheffield and I am currently on the first year of an electrical installation course at college and would really like to gain an apprenticeship. Is there anyone on this forum who would be willing to take me on or point me in the right direction. I am happy to provide my cv.
  2. Mike Johnson

    Car and bike electrical problems.

    We seem to be getting quite a few posts on electrical problems on cars and bike's, are we being referred too by auto electricians on other sites, or is this a new section we are encouraging? Just a question.
  3. swg2787

    Electrical anomoly in 04 Subaru Legacy

    I'll try to make this quick... A month ago the taillights all went out, checked the fuse it was blown and replaced it. A couple day later they went out again but this time fuse wasn't blown. Checked a bunch of fuses and they looked good, then emergency brake light on the display dash was coming...
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    HNC Electrical engineering advice

    Hi everyone Just looking for some advice and guidance on approaching my HNC in electrical engineering and bridging units. How did other people deal with it? Have you used any extra help online e.g tutors, help with written assignments Any good books you used? More the help the better, as...
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    Electrician Jobs Looking for electrical sub-contractor - Brighton

    Required asap for price work. No of Workers: 2 Location: Brighton & Hove Description of Work: Installation of 230v operated, radio linked smoke, heat & CO2 detection in sheltered housing accommodation, linked to the warden call system. Worker Qualifications: 1. Qualified electrician able to...
  6. J

    Wanted Wanted Any Free Electrical Installation Materials Available? Near Bath, Somerset

    Hi, I am involved in a local charity which is fundraising to restore a local pub into a community hub (and also a pub). The pub which is The Hop Pole in Limpley Stoke is in the middle of the village and it's been closed for about 4 years but the local community have raised enough money to buy it...
  7. S

    What is this box to the left of my electrical meter?

    Hi all, Very much a novice when it comes to electrics. Anyway, we're getting an EV chargepoint installed, but before we do, I was wondering what exactly is the small box to the left of the electric meter in this picture? It is connected to the meter and then is also connected to the consumer box.
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    UK Finished level 3 electrical installation at college and unsure on what’s next.

    Hi all, I completed my level 2 2365 installation and my level 3 8202 advanced technical diploma in electrical installation and I’m unsure on what’s next. I couldn’t find an apprenticeship so I just decided to do some sub contracting work for a company, I just need some advice on what I should do...
  9. Ian Jackson

    Electrical connector?

    Hi My washing machine has stopped working, found this not connected inside. The wire going into was broken where it goes into this connector. Was attached to the filter. Could anyone tell me the name of it, where to get one and how to connect it? Many thanks Ian
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    Single Pole 50 Amp Circuit Serving for Electrical Dryer, Powers and Many Others

    Hi everyone. The title should sound crazy enough, but it's what happening in my 72-years old home we've purchased 2 years ago. I found the crazy wiring when I was just troubleshooting on a lighting which has been flickering, and finally completely failed recently. I recognized the lighting is...
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    rewiring 1970's electricals

    Hi all, Just to be clear, I'm not looking for advice on upgrading but rather just clarification of our existing setup. We need to upgrade the electrical panels on our recently purchased property in France, but before we get somebody in who's native tongue is not our own I was hoping to gain a...
  12. nedwards9820

    electrical isolation of undersink water heater

    I have taken delivery of an undersink water heater. It is fitted with an RCD on the electrical supply cable which terminates with a euro-plug. I am planning to cut the plug off and hardwire it to a switched fused spur. There is a curious electrical isolation connection that is supposed to be...
  13. J

    BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

    I start my BTEC Level 4 HNC Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering in the new year, what book do you recommend to get to help me with my course? or any advice. I can do additional two more units, looking to do Automation, Robotics and PLCs, what other one do you recommend? What would...
  14. SJD

    Why is the electrical UNANSWERED THREADS link full of plumbing posts?

    If I click on the "Please help the forum out by replying to UNANSWERED THREADS by clicking here.", for the last couple of days it is infested with lots of plumbing and tiling posts, so much so that it's hard to spot unanswered electrical ones! The link used to be just electrical unanswered posts.
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    UK Will my electrical work need signing off?

    I have recentley added a porch to my house it did not require building regs due to my original door stopping in place. The electrician has installed a socket & light off my original socket & lighting will this work need registerng and signing off ?
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    UK Replacement Unvented Boiler installed - Do I need a new Electrical Box?

    Had a new unvented Boiler fitted as the old one had reached the end of it's life. Electrician mentioned that it might be worth replacing my fuse box and giving it a separate RCD. My fuse box appears to have 10 black switches and the 3 red main ones, was last checked by an electrician in 2020...
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    What are the right procedures for dealing with an electrical emergency?

    If one of your coworkers suffers a severe electric shock, your first instinct will most likely be to rush to their rescue. But first, pause and reflect. Because the human body is a good conductor of electricity, the charge that just travelled through your coworker could readily move into you if...
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    WANT TO LEARN AND WORK WITHOUY PAY

    Hello respected members, Looking to gain practical electrical experience in the London area preferably commercial but will consider domestic as well. I'm willing to travel and dont expect to be paid whilst learning. Please give me shout if you need a helping hand. I'm confident and competent...
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    Opening a Electrical Wholesalers ( Wales / Western England )

    Hello All, I am in the process of trying to open a new Electrical Wholesalers in Wales / Western England. I have identified distributors/purchasing associations and potential property however; wanted to reach out and see if anyone had suggestions or comments on what a wholesaler should be...
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    I Need Work Looking for Electrical Apprenticeship/Mate Opportunity in the South East & London

    Hi everyone, I'm currently working towards getting qualified as an electrician and am hoping to get my foot in the door with an apprenticeship or mate position soon. (side note: I'm 28, not a school leaver). I don't have previous professional experience yet, but I took a job as a self-employed...

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