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    UK New induction hob require 2x16A fuse. Can I connect it to the existing socket please?

    Those are the pictures from new hob. It require 6mm cable according to the plate info. Current hob is hardwired through 6mm cable too. Fuse at the fuseboard is 32A shared for oven and hob. Does it mean that fuse in the main fuseboard need replacing for 2x16A and then perhaps oven to be on a...
    • eldaniel
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    • connect existing fuse hob induction induction hob new please require socket
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  2. S

    another light on existing switch.

    hi I am wanting to put another led light from a switch that is already being used, is it ok to drill through the side of the metal back box and wire in the blue and brown wires.
  3. Dan

    Do you think then solar boom is over for existing properties?

    I think I'm right in guessing that most of the grants have stopped long ago when it comes to adding them to your existing property? So does that mean the solar boom a decade back has fully stopped these days? Any grants and things to add them to new properties? Or would you just be buying a...
  4. D

    existing light (four wires) into new Led light

    Hi I've got three lights in my hallway that I'm changing to a LED light fitting - they are all controlled by two separate switches. I've done two, but I'm stuck on the third one. The first light had one of each earth, L & N, and the second light had two of each (which I've squeezed in the...
  5. N

    Existing Consumer Unit close to vertical waste pipe

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    Use vehicle generation system to charge leisure batteries, replace with B2B charger retaining the existing wiring, or replace everything?

    Hi all, I'm in the UK. I purchased a VW Crafter van and intend to convert it into a campervan. I'm currently stripping it of the original racking and equipment fitted by the previous company. One piece of equipment the previous company fitted was a generation system with a secondary...
    • bofhchaos
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    • batteries charge charger everything existing generation leisure replace system vehicle wiring
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Auto Electrician Forum
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    TT System Existing is a multi9 13 way RCD main switch DB

    Hi Ive read a few discussions on the topic but what setup would you recommend for replacing a DB on a domestic TT system? I've moved house and need to get the meter changed ready for the car charger, I need to upgrade the severely dated DB at the same time. Existing is a multi9 13 way RCD...
    • fattony
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    • existing main main switch rcd rcd main switch switch system tt system
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. W

    Using existing oven circuit for 2 ovens

    Hi, Can 2 double ovens both 6.3kw (12.6kw combined) go onto an existing circuit which is 10mm2 t&e, 45a DP switch, 10m length into a 32a MCB at CU? Haven’t employed an electrician yet to be able to calculate and want to buy the 2 ovens with our new kitchen on the finance. Really hoping one of...
  9. B

    Wiring an Optima G4 Alarm panel to a Reson8 bell box using existing 4 core cable

    I am replacing an existing old bell box with a Reson 8 bell box 8EP420. My alarm panel is a Optima G4. They are connected via a 4 core cable. The existing panel wiring is as follows: Panel Bell box Strobe+ (no connection) A link between T and A Strobe- (yellow)...
    • BernieA
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    • 4 core accenta alarm bell box cable core existing optima panel reson 8 using wiring
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
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    Does replacing a mains switch, which feeds an existing DB require all circuits to be tested on the DB?

    Hi Ive been tasked with replacing a mains switch, which is fed from the cutout and in turn supplies a domestic DB. It’s a BS88 switch fuse which I’ll swap like for like, but the existing DB, which is plastic will remain untouched. There will be henley blocks installed between the switch fuse...
    • Tomtom25
    • Thread
    • circuits existing feeds mains replacing require switch tested testing
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  11. D

    Adding downlights and keeping the existing pendant - Loop Outs

    Hi all, DIY'er here looking for a bit of advice so please go easy on me. In my dining room there is an existing single pendant and i would like to add 4x downlights. I have looked at the wiring behind the ceiling plate and it is the usual, (Switch Line) (Loop Out x3) (Loop In) the 3x Loop Outs...
  12. M

    Advice on existing Sub-Panel feeder wires terminating to breaker vs. hot lugs?

    I recently purchased a rural property in Arizona. The property receives power from APS, the local electric utility. Power arrives from the utility meter, terminating to a 200AMP Main Service Panel in a Quonset Hut (think large garage). Inside the main panel is a 60AMP breaker that feeds a...
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    Replacing undercabinet lighting, unsure of how to handle existing armored cable

    I live in a warehouse condo, converted about 20 years ago. The building dates to about 1870 but with the conversion, all of the electrical was replaced. Most of the branch circuits use armored cable, running from the panel in the bedroom up into a drywall ceiling that covers about 20% of the...
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    RV plug using existing power run, will this work?

    we just replaced our hot water tank with hot water on demand (natural gas) and still have the old power run for the tank which is 30a 240v. I would like to use that power run to put a plug in for my RV ( 30a 120v). currently the run has a ground and 2 hot wires so I wanted to know that if I...
  15. U

    Can I replace an outside wall light with existing wiring

    Hi all, I'm wondering if it's permitted to replace an outside wall light myself if I use the existing wiring from the old light. In theory I just need to fix new light to wall and connect the wires to the terminals. I had assumed this would be ok because I'm not adding additional wiring. To me...
  16. R

    Can I install an EMI filter to an existing solar system without jeopardising my feed in tariff?

    Can I install an RFI / EMI filter (designed to increase efficiency with a photvoltaic (PV) solar energy inverter) to an existing solar system without jeopardising my feed in tariff? https://www.eetimes.com/schaffner-emc-emi-filters-optimize-pv-solar-inverters/ Thanks
  17. W

    Installing 3 way smart switch for light that has three existing smart switches?

    I can't seem to find the right answer for a smart switch installation for a light that has THREE switches. There's conflicting information, and most of it is for two-switch installations and not three-switch installations. Do I need to install a three-way smart switch at each location, or can I...
    • wjgrayson
    • Thread
    • 3 way existing installing light smart smart switch switch switches three
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  18. D

    Adding to an existing ring main, but no spare ways in the C/Unit

    Hi guys I am looking to add 4 additional sockets for a room that is being converted for a bed ridden person. The room at present has no sockets in it, would it be possible to add to the existing ring main in the consumer unit (this is in the room). The load would be very minimal couple of...
  19. P

    Adding a heat sensor to an existing, interconnected smoke alarm system

    I currently have a home with 7 interconnected, hard-wired smoke detectors. I have a hard-wired heat alarm in the garage that I need to have interconnected to the rest of the system, per local regulations. My solar installer added the heat sensor but does not seem to know how to handle the...
  20. lozarus

    Second Opinion on Modification to Existing Circuit

    Came into work today with a fairly urgent requirement to install an instant hot water handwash unit in a small commercial kitchenette/servery - circa 2.8kw. Of course, it's in a right difficult area. As the handwash is over 2kW, I'd ideally like to follow OSG advice and give it it's own...
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