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    Electric UFH, Switch fuse sput hot/

    hi ALL, I wired an electric UFH mat in a lounge, mat company said I can use this size mat for one programmer, it was at its max, I wired it separate back to the board, I fitted a switch fuse spur with a 13 amp fuse in, they were having trouble with it not switching off and when they switched it...
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    Hi. I could use some official advice . Is the Old Twin Mains fuse system considered unsafe and worthy of a C2 on a Condition report?

    Hi ! I could use some official advice please. Is the old Twin Mains Fuse system considered unsafe and worthy of a C2 on a Condition Report ? My feeling is that it's technically unsafe. I'm wondering if it could be classed as a C3 if the rest of the installation is ok, only because I'm under...
  3. D

    BS 88 FUSE TYPES

    Hi Can anyone tell me the different types BS88 fuses e.g BS88-2, BS-88-3 etc And what different uses they have. Thanks
  4. G

    Fuse tripping when using mitre saw

    From time to time the fuse is tripped when I use my mitre saw the first time, in house sockets seem tobe ok but not for those in the garage. Its the first one (B16), do I just need to call out an professional to replace it for a B32 and if so how much would that cost please? Thanks
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    Shower replaced by plumber blows fuse

    Got called to customer who has had a shower replaced 2 months ago by a plumber. Keeps blowing the fuse... Turns out the replacement shower is rated at 10.5 kW. Here is a picture of the consumer unit: The shower is actually fed from the 15 amp BS1361 fuse for the immersion heater, next to...
  6. Chizzle

    Fuse board protection against fire

    Hi guys interested to know what people on here use to keep the fire integrity off the fuse board for rear entry cable entering the board. Thanks
  7. D

    Shorted a cord (cut i didnt know about) thought i blew a fuse, (tl3

    Shorted cord (unknown cut) thought it was a fuse. All fuses, TL30 and main fuses test ok on multimeter. What else could it be?
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    95mm cable entry into switch fuse

    Hi people, Setup: Connect TPN supply from meter to 315A fuse switch (mounted on same surface <3m away) feeding busbar chamber. Will use 95mm tails. What gland would you recommend using to enter the cables into fuse switch? I was thinking to route cables via cable tray but wonder if there is...
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    UK what size fuse should I use in a DC syatem?

    Hello if I have an appliance with a max current draw of 5.55A and an short circuit current of 6.11amps what size fuse should I use in a DC syatem?
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    Adding AUX lights (with switch button) to existing Fuse Block/Relay system - do I need another relay for the AUX lights?

    Howdy folks. Complete electrical numpty back again with another basic question with a basic answer that I can't find an answer to elsewhere online. I am setting up an auxiliary fuse block/relay set up on my motorcycle. I have attached a photo of what my basic fuse block/relay system will be...
  11. dokkan1080

    Live earth neutral and the cut out fuse

    Learning and curious At my home the neutral and earth are joined by the cut out fuse. The neutral goes up to the meter and the earth goes straight to the board. I can't wrap my head around how the earth and neutral are different? When the cut out fuse is out ( some one broke the seal along...
  12. N

    LED tube starter fuses blowing

    I hope someone can help me understand this. I've just replaced both my florescent tube lights with Energizer LED tubes, and they were fine for about a week but last night the starter fuse in the kitchen light blew. This afternoon I swapped in the starter from the other light and it too...
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    Smart switch plus fuse

    Currently I have a fused switch situated in the hallway that operates the towel rail in the adjoining bathroom. Looking to replace with a smart switch but considering options. I have been told that I could put the smart switch adjacent to and after the present switch but I don't want a mismatch...
  14. K

    Top floor lighting gone - fuse replaced, still no action.

    Hi, As per...the top floor lighting is all gone - i've tested and changed fuses on every part of the box and I cannot get the lights back on. Bulbs changed for ones I know 'work' too. What has happened? (if wrong forum sorry)
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    UK Fuse box problem

    Hi all, RCD1 (63A, 230V brand M2 model M263230) went down on my fuse box, the main switch is still on and so is RCD2. RCD1 controls the lights, central heating and half the plugs in my house. What puzzles me is that when I switch off all the individual circuits breakers on RCD1, I still can't...
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    Fuse Seals

    Newbie Question: What’s the general consensus with cutting the main fuse seal for a consumer unit change? I’m aware of the requirement to contact the DNO, but just wondering what the done thing is in practical terms? The logistics of getting the DNO to cut the fuse can be impractical...
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    Fuse size for 12v hydraulic diverter valve

    Hi I’m about to wire up a hydraulic diverter valve to add a 3rd function in my 60hp tractor front end loader. I will draw power from my ignition but I’m wondering what size fuse I need to run?
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    Main fuse protection

    In our house the main fuse is rated at 100A maximum. The individual circuits in the consumer unit, if all used simultanuously, add up to much more than 100A. Now I understand this is common practice as it is assumed that not all circuits will be used to their max at the same time (the...
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    Fuse box replacement cost surrey

    Hi we have had a electrical installation condition report done (2 bed maisonette) which highlighted some issues all of which can be sorted by replacing old fusebox (installed in the 80s) we have been quoted £500 for installing an 8 way fuse board incl parts. The works are expected to take half a...
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    24v DC fuse

    Hello to everyone. In 24V circuits, sensor, plc etc. I want a fuse that blows in cases of short circuit and high current, (not glass fuse), do you have a suggestion of rail type, short circuit and current protected (24v) fuses that I can put in the panel? It is not a problem for me if the fuse...

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