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    Conduit install outside

    Hi all PVC Conduit install outside, for a socket and this socket is supplying a lazy spa hot tub plug and play thing. Conduit is top entry into socket, I can see they have used conduit cement at joints and also installed a flat plastic IP washer at the top entry where the conduit adaptor...
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    Earth Rod install

    Hi all Having to install a earth rod In for a hot tub, hot tub just installed outside the house. I am planning on installing earth rod 100mm from edge of house what are the chances that there will be services below this line. The gas pipe and water pipe are further along the wall about 2M away...
  3. gazdkw82

    Tackling a solar PV install

    Had someone round the house the other day looking at installing solar panels and battery to my roof. Best solution seemed to be 6 panels with a battery. However the install costs were still higher than I expected. Between 10-12k for the set up. It got me thinking if its possible with some...
  4. J

    UK ariston water heater install

    hi ,ive been asked to install an ariston tankless water heater ,the manual states its 9.5kw at 240v with min cable size of 6mm and that it will pull 39.6 amps .the cable run is 17 meters partly enclosed in an under concrete floor pipe along with 3 other 2.5mm cable runs and the rest of the run...
  5. happysteve

    They want to install a smart meter... but won't fit an isolator... which my old meter has built-in...

    An interesting phone conversation with my own electricity supplier (Good Energy) which was very disappointing, and made me sigh (professionally) :( They phoned out of the blue to ask if they could book a date to replace my gas and electricity meters with smart versions. I said I'd probably be...
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    Cable tray or basket for Domestic install

    HI I am thinking of using steel cable tray or or basket with a cover for a vertical in a domestic garage to the consumer unit. I am looking at this solution because clipping to wall is no longer particularly viable due to number of cables and the damage past clips have already done to the wall...
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    Induction hob correct install

    I’ve been looking for the right answer and just can’t seem to find it. I had an induction hob installed by a certified electrician, and there are no apparent problems so far, however, it is installed on the CU, RCD and upstream with a RCCB with no MCB, I’m just not 100% sure if it’s the safest...
  8. R

    If all circuits are rcd or rcbo protected max current 150mA why do you still have to install 16mm earth

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    Please can someone help me to sketch and label the cables how they runs. I really want to know how to install this manual change over.

    THIS IS FOR ELECTRICAL NEWS ONLY
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    Nest Protect Smoke Alarm Install Help

    Hello I recently purchased a nest smart smoke alarm. I currently have 2 mains linked smoke alarms (one upstairs and one down). My plan was to replace the existing with the Nest versions. The instructions seemed simple enough but when I have removed my existing alarm downstairs I ran into my...
  11. J

    Existing split load 17th Install RCD question

    Customer has a large metal caravan with three phase supply feeding 3 metal Consumer units with split load RCD outlets contained within - all circuits originate form a RCD. The Boards are then fed from a TP isolate a few feet away, the earth is disconnected on eth SWA and a rod installed near...
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    3 phase boiler install on domestic property

    Hi all, A customer is looking into the option of upgrading to a 3 phase power supply in order to get a new electric boiler system installed. They currently have a single-phase supply. They have an out-building with an electric car charger. Would an option be to have say a 1 way 3 phase board...
  13. Dali748

    What type of electrical panel would you recommend to install?

    Hi, I have a condo where I need to update/replace my electrical panel based on an electrician's diagnosis. He stated that due to the panel being old with loose breakers this is causing my dryer to not get enough power to operate properly and can lead to other issues down the road with breakers...
  14. W

    So im all set up for my first install......

    I have done the c&g courses, done the manufacturers courses, registered with olev all set up to go Got my first EV job come in, nice easy job, nice run from CU, plenty of space no surrounding isses, was going to install the pod point solo, they look the easier choice from the ones i looked at...
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    How to install home wiring

    So I have a circuit breaker switch which receiver current from outside the house. I have a red and black wire attached to this switch and I have run the two wires around the house. Question 1: Should I connect the red and black wire together to complete the circuit? If i dont do this, one of...
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    Thoughts of experts welcome - ancient three phase install?

    Thoughts of experts welcome. The first smart meter installer walked away as he wasn't three-phase qualified but i'm wondering whether we should get Western Power out beforehand or whether any other work would be recommended. Not sure what the supply box on the right is feeding and I think Noah...
  17. A

    Can I install can lights in stairwell ceiling?

    Hi all. We have a stairway to our basement that obviously lines up with the stairway to the second story. The basement stairway is drywall under the upper stairs - drywall ceiling. It's very dark and not very attractive. I've kicked around lots of ideas: sconces, lamps, rope lighting, step...
  18. S

    Pv install disconnection.

    A job entails isolating and moving pv 1 way cu and meter from 1 wall to another.Is there a best practise order of switching off and on DC and AC Isolators for the system to avoid damage to the inverter,which is in the loft.Thanks for any advice. Regards,S
  19. Gavin John Hyde

    Old install 100mA RCD main switch but no 30mA

    Have to replace this old board for a elderly relative of my soon to be wife, British Gas have been along and used soem of the special triangle stickers to say it is unsafe - but still fitted the new boielr anyway with a FCU from the socket circuit in kitchen, as always money is the priority for...
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    UK Zappa charging point on tt install

    Hi everyone, firstly hope you all had a great New Year. Wanted to get everyone’s thoughts on best design for Zappy EV charging point install. Charging point is going to be installed at the bottom of a long driveway approximately 35 m from property meter and consumer unit. The Earthing...

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