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    Help installing doorbell transformer

    Hi everyone, I need help installing a Lorex smart doorbell. I have tried to install a doorbell transformer several times to no avail. The first transformer I installed, failed instantly, so I assumed it was faulty from the get go. The second one I installed, seemed to work fine, for about 7...
  2. davehaynes1

    Ignition switch testing help

    Hi guys. I posted yesterday about a suspected faulty starter motor.. I've had the starter out and cleaned everything up and all seems to be working well. Bench tests well everytime. And at a price of $2200 for a new starter motor I'm going to look elsewhere for the problem. My suspicion now lies...
  3. davehaynes1

    starter motor help please

    Good evening all Ive got an old truck 1990 that has always had intermittent starting issues whilst ive owned it.. As far as i am aware the battery is in good working condition. a quick run down of the problem. I turn the key to IGN and let the glows warm up, when the glow light goes out i...
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    UK Kitchen grid switch help

    Hello everyone, I'd like to seek your input on a matter. I'm in the process of designing the electrical connections for the following kitchen appliances: Hob Oven (below 2kW) Fridge/Freezer Dishwasher Washing machine Extract Hood For the hob, I intend to connect it to a cooker connection unit...
  5. R

    Help with design project

    Hi , I just started my designh project 2365 level 3 for hotel building. I have dyslexia I don’t know where to start can anymore done it before he can show me some pictures. Just to get idea . Also if can someone explain how to mesures please. Thanks I appreciate your help
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    Help with qualifications please - returning to the trade

    Hello All, I did a 4 year apprenticeship, finishing in 1994 with C&G 236 parts 1 &2 with AM2. I worked for a few companies and then went in to the security systems side of things for many years. I want to work as a one man band electrician, call outs, repairs small jobs etc. What do I need to do...
  7. pirate

    Can anyone help me with identifying this meter?

    This is a pic of my electricity meter for my Spanish apartment. I can cycle through the screens using the orange button, however I am trying to find an identifying "Meter Number" so I can go to the electricity supplier to arrange a change of payment method. Any clues gratefully received!
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    UK Wanting some quoting advice / am I about right/or too high-low

    Need help with a quote here. I’m wanting some sound advice. Was called out to the hot water not working so repaired the issue within the panel (micro switch had failed) Whilst I was there the guy asked me to price up a board change and to have all of this tidied up/put into one box, the hot...
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    Help wiring a light...

    I’ve got the following setup on the stairway (picture included) https://pasteboard.co/15IoYrvn2VgA.webp https://pasteboard.co/2UzMaHCbs1iE.webp My guess is it’s for the stairway light. The setup is: 2 red wires twisted together 2 black wires independent from each other 2 earth wires twisted...
  10. helpneeded22

    Help needed with mini fridge

    https://www.walmart.com/ip/Minecraft-Green-Creeper-Body-12-Can-Mini-Fridge-8L-2-Door-Ambient-Lighting-25-2-H-9-5-W-9-1-D/2670909566 ok so let me begin with i bought this mini fridge off walmart and now im in israel where the outlet is different andi wanted to use the mini fridge and a friend...
  11. Adamstc222

    Fast Track Course Worries

    Hello, for a while I’ve wanted to become an electrician and have applied to every apprenticeship possible and have never been successful and it’s sowmthing I really want to do so I’ve decided to do a fast track course however I’ve seen tons of people saying that it’s frowned upon and I’m just a...
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    Help with choosing equipment?

    Hello, I just started in the trade 3 months ago and have been told I need tools such as testers, could someone let me know whether it would be better to get a voltages and continuity tester or multimeter, and any other equipment that I would need to start off?? P.s I don’t have very deep pockets...
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    Light bar connection for relay - can you help?

    Hi all. I'm trying to put a light-bar on my (facelifted) Land Rover Freelander 2. I'm wanting to wire it so the light-bar will be energised when I switch from dipped to full beam (I also want to be able to turn it off altogether to avoid dazzling others, when they're about - but that's an easy...
  14. Kavindu_Galkissage

    Need Help FInd a job

    I am writing to express my strong interest in joining your esteemed organization as I embark on the next phase of my career in the field of Mechatronics. I recently completed a 3 1/2 year industrial Mechatronics course at the Ceylon German Technical Training Institute and obtained a Grade P2...
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    Help with symbol please

    Im doing a design taks in 2365 level 3 and I came across this symbol. Its located in male and female changing room next to socket outlets. Im thinking its a double pole switched fuse, but I cannot confirm, since I cannot find this symbol anywhere on the internet. Can anyone help ? If the symbol...
  16. G

    Gaming van help please

    I’m currently fitting out a gaming van that will be rented out for parties. The van will have 10 TV’s & 10 games consoles as well as some led lighting etc. the van will be powered by plugging into the customers mains. The van will not need any power when not plugged in. I would be very grateful...
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    Light wiring help, much appreciated

    Hey everyone complete idiot here😂 can anyone please help me with what goes where if possible by these pics? There is one black and one grey wire, rest brown, blue and ground, cheers!
  18. pirate

    Anyone want to help me clear out old cable?

    Getting desperate to clear my small garage, and I have a bit of old red/black T&E. I used a few bits to add a socket or two in my flat and a couple of neighbours, as the development is all wired in old colours. I am well aware that there are cowboys out there who buy this online, at quite...
  19. J

    Help with Solar pv earthing

    Hi all - I’m new to Solar PV, builder we do work for has fitted some integrated panels on his garage roof, there is a velux window nearby. Does this require earthing?
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    Help modifying simple LED neon sign board

    Good morning guys, I bought this neon sign for my cinema room to put above my arcade machines. I have the cinema controlled by Google voice command so that when I want to watch a movie I say the command and everything downstairs turns on ready. This neon sign has a dimmer inline and it seems...
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