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    Fixed Wire Testing

    Hi All I've been asked to tender for a fixed wire test for a hotel group here in Ireland. They sent me documentation to read through before I tender. The hotel group is UK based so therefore the regulations would also be British standard rather than the Irish standard I work to. I would assume...
  2. M

    Would you code a 60 amp main switch been fed from a 100 amp BS1361

    I carried out a EICR and the main switch for the consumer unit is only rated at 60 amps and the main supply fuse is a BS1361 rated at 100 amps. Im thinking this should be a C2, what are your thoughts please. Many thanks Martin
  3. P

    Santon fixed temp thermostat.

    Hi. Is it still possible to get the fixed temperature stats for Santon immersion heaters? 140f or 160f. Thanks...................Phredd.
  4. E

    Meter fixed to metal cabinet door

    I have been asked to do a partial rewire of a 1960s maisonette. The CU and meter are housed together in a metal cabinet. The CU is attached at the back but the meter is attached to the door rather than the back. The existing cables have exposed copper where they enter the meter, probably from...
  5. J

    dim LCD display, can it be fixed (picture included)

    My first post, hello all from Sweden. So I'm thinking of buying a Optical Power Meter but the LCD looks dim (second hand) from what I understand it could be a problem with dirty connectors. I don't want to buy them and find out it's a bigger problem so I'm hoping you guys could point me in the...
  6. T

    3 phase Cooking Appliance

    Just been asked to quote for running new supply & connecting a 3 phase cooking appliance in a small bakers. Don't really do much with 3 Phase so just a quick question. DB has 3 phase 3 pole breaker spare and the run is around 40-45 meters away from the DB Done a quick calc and the SWA needs to...
  7. F

    fixed wire testing

    quick question has there been any change in the new bs7671 in regard to fixed wire testing now i no there hasnt. But someone i was talking to is adament there has, ive not invested in the new book yet waiting till end of febuary when the on site guide and gn3 is published
  8. D

    Weird fan fault Peugeot Expert. Fixed by removing fuse!?!?

    This has me stumped! Please read on for a brain teaser. I have a 2003 Expert HDI with air-con which I bought six years ago. The heater fan has always run - even in the off position. The slider worked to increase the speed & the air-con works fine. Last week I had a new windscreen fitted...
  9. B

    Fixed Wire Test.

    Hi, It’s a long time since passed my domestic and industrial apprenticeship and renewed my 16 Edition. I have not worked in the field as a sparky since 1984. I have just had a FWT completed on a house I own and done by an electrician i don’t know. He has quoted a C2 on the form. In general all...
  10. Patman

    Fixed Appliances

    Has anybody rationalized a pricing structure for testing fixed/wired appliances?? With the extra time required for disconnected test, let alone the isolation of appliance circuits, how is the testing process reconciled with the customer's operational requirements? Meaningful/Sensible comments...
  11. D

    alarm fault fixed, mwc required?

    I have fixed a fault on a alarm which was not allowing one magnet detector to operate, i fixed this (short circuit) do i need to complete a minor works certificate? I am current doing my NVQ and was wondering if i should provide one, as i only adjusted a wire from the alarm it self to a door...
  12. K

    Zip ties on tray worked fixed to a wall

    Come across a new install with tray work fixed across a wall above a door way with plastic zipe ties is the a regulation that states metal zip ties should be in situe ?
  13. R

    Multi-sockets

    Hello, my first post. Older houses seem to suffer from a lack of sockets when modern life demands more and more, usually for low power items. Is there any reason why a multi- socket strip (4, 6, 8, or even 12 sockets) cannot be used in place of several double sockets. Could it be wired in as a...
  14. K

    Fixed appliance testing/point to point testing

    Hi, Is there a risk of tripping a consumer unit RCD when measuring earth continuity on a class 1 fixed appliance e.g. a wall heater supplied via a FCU. I carry out a continuity test between accessible earthed metal parts of the equipment and the earth in the supply (i.e. FCU screw with...
  15. C

    fixed appliance testing

    hi guys, I've been asked to carry out a fixed appliance test" on equipment in a warehouse, such as cooker(industrial), and such things like loading bay lift which is wired into a isolator, and other hardwired equipment now do I need a special tester, like a pat tester or am I being really...
  16. B

    Kitchen fixed prices

    Been offered some work from a kitchen fitter. It is fixed prices and I think the prices are a bit tight. Prices are - new socket - £25. Relocate socket - £18. Cooker circuit - £100. Replace CU - £250. I would be responsible for supplying the gear and also no travel expenses paid
  17. R

    Emergency lighting test -pricing

    I have been asked to submit a quotation to carry out emergency lighting pir's for a chain of medium sized shops at various locations throughout Scotland .could anyone give me an idea of typical pricing for this as it is the first time I have had to quote for em testing only .
  18. D

    when is a bathroom mirror not a mirror - or use of light in a hinged cupboard door

    Hi All, As a new member and newly qualified I guess you always get the things you haven't seen before in your early jobs. So just picked up a small job of a new socket - spurred off existing RCB protected ring - so no prob there. But also can I wire up this bathroom mirror with 2*internal...
  19. P

    Fixed Appliance Testing Problems

    Hi Guys I had the joy of testing the kitchen appliances in a new rental. The fridge, freezer and washing machine were all free standing under the worktops and couldn't be moved on account of the floor tiling laid down in front of them. Only way to test was at the individual FCUs. I could only...
  20. steamboatwilly

    Window Actuators - All 4 Have Stopped Working! *FIXED*

    Folks, Own house (so a bit embarrassing). I've got 4 x TOPP ACK42 (AKA Teleflex MAC41) window/skylight openers which open 4 x UPVC top-hung windows via a toggle switch. They've been working for 2 years but have ALL suddenly stopped. I've checked power to each unit and also any connections on...

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