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  1. Izak568

    How to investigate a circuit if some devices pull too much current?

    Hello, If one device is pulling too much current, what should I do? Thank you
  2. S

    how to successfully approach manufacturer for information

    Hi I wondered if I could ask for advice on how to succeed in getting some basic technical information from the manufacturer of consumer electrical equipment. Does anyone have any pointers, or thoughts please? The item is a coffee machine which I recently had to test but I couldn't find any...
  3. J

    UK 31 yr old starting an apprenticeship in Sept - any general advice, inc. tools I need + how to prep?

    Hi everyone, so I'm changing careers from office / marketing and extremely excited to be starting my apprenticeship is September! Joining a local small business. I have a few questions which would really help! Firstly, what should I expect from my employer in terms of what they'll supply me...
  4. Spike1947

    how to clear the Memory, Robin SmartPAT 5000

    Hi I have a Robin SmartPAT 5000, I need to clear all the memory !, does anyone know how to do that ?. cheers Spike
  5. D

    Need advice on how to start working in the trade

    Hello, I'm looking for advice from you guys who know the trade from inside out, I'm 24 years of age and just finished my Level 2 for electrical installations and also have done my 18th edition and building regs will be progressing onto Level 3 now. The course I did was a 6-weekend course which I...
  6. G

    Solar Spare solar energy, how to measure?

    We have solar PV panels (1.5kw) and I'm curious about fitting an immersion diverter to use any spare solar energy for heating water rather than sending it back to the grid. Before we do that, I'd like to have an idea if we have sufficient spare solar power for this purpose, if not then it's...
  7. z323791

    how to convert Positive Pole to Negative

    My PMA has three positive AC poles is there any device which I can use to convert either pole to negative Thanks
  8. Qwe7410

    How to keep power trips isolated and not trip the whole place when testing faulty appliances?

    Having some 1400W 230V heaters to test and repair that have a power trip problem. I've unplugged all the connections and open them up one by one to identify the part that is causing the trips. Everytime it trips, it trips the whole place through the main circuit breaker. How can I do it safely...
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    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  9. anthony_0

    How to add ~25kw to garden?

    Hi all, we're renovating our property and looking to install a sauna (7kw), electric shower (9kw), outdoor heater (4kw), small lights (200w) and an electric point for things like a lawn mower. In total, I was estimating around 22kw if we had all devices on with no diversity. The current fuse box...
  10. S

    How to install a Smart Switch

    Pictures of my current 1 way switch are below. I live in the UK and the other side of the small black box didn't have any writing on it. Hi, I am very new to all this and wanted to know how to install a smart switch and which wires go where. Would all three of the neutral cables go into the N...
  11. C

    How to wire an instant reversing motor

    I need some advice on how to wire this motor please! Its for a large clothing conveyor . 120 volt power . Its an instant reversing motor, controlling the direction with a dpdt toggle switch and a separate forward and reverse contactor. Thanks for any advice!
  12. L

    How to access this ? !

    Ive removed the seal ...I have to fit a isolator so I can do a CB change . Its probably bakelite and fragile . Is it a question of a large screwdriver to flip out the catch at the bottom etc ??? Help !
  13. C

    Solar how to use unwanted energy

    i have 4 x 1.2 kw systems and i want something like powerwall or powervault to use excess energy during day toi charge batteries which will automaticall feed loads when pv stops
  14. captaincaveman

    How to get a 41A oven working on a 13A plug...?

    I Knew it was going to be one of those days when my first customer couldn't understand why his 9.5kw standalone oven/hob kept cutting out because it was on the old gas ignition 1mm flex & plug. I showed him the how the cable was red hot and the plug half melted but, as usual in these cases...
  15. S

    How to Wire a Asymmetric Cycler Timer Relay (Like GEYA GRT8-S1) to replace Ice Machine Timer

    I am trying to replace a mechanical switch from an OLD ice machine with an electronic timer. The existing switch has only 3 wires, a Black Power Wire, Blue Normally Open and Orange Normally Closed. The existing timer is activated by a capillary tube attached to the freezing tray. When power...
  16. R

    How to connect service to pool pump

    2 wires from motor to hi/lo switch. Where to connect power?
  17. 2

    How to wire AC cable direct to DC cable

    I have two devices which take the following DC output 2.5A - 12V 1A - 5v They both have DC plugs which plug into my UK AC 240v wall outlet. As the plugs are bulky they cause alot of inconvience in my small place. If I cut both the plug sockets off an AC extention lead and the DC plugs from the...
  18. L

    How to determine the RCD rating in order to comply with 411.4.204

    Hey guys. I am currently studying for 2396 city and guild electrical design exam and I'm stuck on this question. Its asks to determine the residual current rating of an RCD in order to comply with regulation 411.4.204. The circuit in question is a final ring circuit protected by a 20a type C...
  19. M

    Recessed Lights - how to unscrew/unmount this model ? to change light bulb

    Hi all ! I have recessed lights, like in the photo attached, but I struggle to understand how these ceiling recessed lights unscrew/unmount in order to be able to replace the light bulbs ? I prefer asking first before breaking something, and can't find existing advise for this type of recessed...
  20. J

    UK How to ascertain amperage from cable thickness?

    When coming across the average common cable in UK residential/commercial setups, is there a way via cable diameter/thickness that we can accurately determine the cable specs? Some cables may have thicker sleeving etc, so I assume its not a simple case of just measuring thickness alone? Some...
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