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    First electrical inspection

    Hi all, Hope you're all keeping well. We're having a first electrical inspection soon and was looking for some advice please on how best to prepare. Has anyone had an initial inspection recently, and if so, what kind of questions or angles does the inspector look/go for. I'm confident on the...
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    Electrical inspection EICR no RCD

    Did a couple of inspections on 2 x 2 bed ground floor flood damaged flats today, only 4 circuits in each, bizarrely one socket circuit and 2 lighting circuits and one cooker circuit in each. Just a 4 way MCB consumer unit in each without RCD protection on any circuit, built and wired in the...
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    Electrical level 1 or 2?

    Just joined this forum as read a few of the threads and hoping for some help. I've recently enquired about doing an electrical course, however due to work I can only doing evening courses I'm in the Halifax area, Calderdale only start on level 2, however Bradford and Leeds start on level 1...
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    Kitchen electrical dishwasher

    Hi, I was just wondering if I have a dishwasher on a circuit of its own so I'm looking to put a double socket beside the fused spur in kitchen used for the dishwasher is it ok to just spur of the dishwasher fused spur straight into the double socket.
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    Guidance to be an electrician

    Hello everyone, I am interested in pursuing a career in the electrical industry as an electrician. I have been looking at several vocational training centers around me and Learn Trade Skills is closest to where I live. I have been looking at several of their courses(Electrical Courses and...
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    UK How is this Electrical Plan for 6m kitchen ext in London?

    Hi, Could you please give advise on the suitability of this plan for the kitchen extension (based on the UK regs)? Thanks.
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    MEET on BBC TV (the Museum of Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

    I'm delighted to announce that some time in the next few days / weeks, BBC Breakfast will be airing a short piece about MEET (The Museum of Electrical and Electronic Technology.) I'm expecting it to include an interview in which I explain our original plan and the impact of my declining health...
  8. Jackdevlin_

    electrical level 3 302 exam paper b

    Does anyone have the questions for science exam paper b?
  9. Jmclain21917

    Camper electrical question

    I have a camper everything was fine until one night a few weeks ago all the power stopped working for no reason at all nothing changed in the camper but the power just stopped working. I had lent out my multi meter and had gotten it back shorted out, I did not know at first that it was shorted...
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    New patented electrical outlet

    Does anyone no of companies that will manufacture our new patented electrical outlet that will make installing cookers and ovens are far easier job for all concerned. Regards Michael
  11. CyzfromTaz

    Toyota hiace multiple electrical issues

    Hi, I have multiple electrical issues with the hiace I just bought (not sure if they are related). The fan (AC) is not working as well as the hazard and reverse lights and the honk. It looks like all fuses are good. Any advices on how to tackle those issues would be greatly appreciated. Cheers
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    Hobart LXeH electrical hookups

    Hey all. I have a Hobart LXe commercial dishwasher that Im trying to run on 3 phase power. The manual specifies 208-240/60/3 with an ampacity of 30 A. I have a 30A 3 pole breaker installed in my panel (and yes, I have 3 phase power) with one pole at 208v, and the other 2 at 120v. The connection...
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    What is life as an electrical engineer?

    Good day, I am an electrical engineering student in my second year, second semester. I am suppose to take an internship in June 2023. I feel like I have known nothing so far as an electrical engineering student. All the labs and practicals conducted in school, I was able to ace them but it seems...
  14. JoshkVycommy

    Need help with weird electrical issues cant afford to put car in right now

    The symptoms its been having to start with was the fuel gage only working sometimes and when i play music from my phone when a loud song came on the volume would go down but the stereo would still be on the same volume and id have to turn the volume down and back up and within minutes it would...
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    Hayward Power-Flo Matrix Pool Pump: Electrical problem to diagnose

    I need advice regarding an electronic problem on my Hayward Power-flo Matrix pool pump. I notice that : 1. Neutral wire from source has become hot and cracked 2. Burn spots are present on the electronic board: Under resistance R1 On the motor connection On neutral wire connection 3. Switch...
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    I Need Work Seeking electrical experience in Birmingham willing to be ripped off!

    Hi, my name is Manjot and I am a hardworking 21 year old who's training to become an electrician. I have almost finished my Level 2 C&G. I live in smethwick and would like any sort of practical electrical experience. I have a part time job which supports my lifesyle so I won't require high wages...
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    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...
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    breaker size for electrical panel in a detached garage

    I want to verify if the breaker size is correct for the service going into my detached garage. I have 6 AWG cable going from my main panel in my house to a detached garage. The cable length is close to 100 feet from the main panel to the sub panel in the garage and a 60 amp 240V breaker from the...
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    Auto transfer switch caught on fire - should we be concerned about our house electrical system?

    Here’s what happened, we’re looking for a professional opinion: The auto transfer switch for our Generac stand by generator “exploded” (we heard a bang and the house shook a bit) and subsequently caught on fire earlier this week. It was mounted to an exterior wall. The generator was installed 8...
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    Electrician Jobs Looking for someone with electrical work experience, don't have to be license.

    Looking for someone to work 3-4 days a week, doing electrical work, don't have to be license, but experience is a must. Have your own tools and transportation please, Thank you...reach Hamid.. Assurance Electrical LLC 908-367-0593...

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