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  1. M

    Strange lighting issue

    Had 2 new lighting groups installed on a multi wire branch circuit that used to be used for kitchen outlets. The 12-3 cable enters the switch box where the neutral is tied to the 2 neutrals from the lights. Hots go to 3 way switches with travelers sent to 3 way dimmers in another box. Hots are...
  2. S

    Tow bar electrics issue

    Hi I have had a TEB7AS isolation relay module fitted to my 2014 Skoda Fabia for many years and have had no lighting issues whatever when I plug in to the 7 pin tow bar socket whether it be bike carriers or various trailers. However I now have an issue with a new tow ball bike carrier. All...
  3. P

    Hot hob issue after new oven

    This is a strange one and before I contact the company who installed my new oven I wanted to ask for some advice. Ever since I had a new oven installed my electric hob has been considerably hotter than it was before, even on the lowest setting food burns very quickly whereas it never did before...
  4. Raptor0014

    Weird fault that no-one can work out the issue.

    Evening all. Been at a property the last couple of days that had suffered damage due to a surge. I got the power back on all circuits apart from the upstairs lights as it immediately trips. Long story short I broke the circuit down and re-added room by room to narrow down the problem area...
  5. P

    Issue installing electric downdraft cooktop

    Need advice from a professional electrician. I just had my counters replaced and I had to install the new downdraft cooktop myself. Details: House predates 4-wire code requirement for ranges/cooktops. So, my house wiring to the island consists of 1 solid black wire (hot 1), one black with red...
  6. S

    Maxipod (domestic heating issue)

    Hi folks , I’ve been asked to take a look at a domestic heating problem , I’m hoping to get a bit of advice so I have half of an idea of what sort of issue i’m looking at .. basically the guy has put in a maxi pod . Don’t know much about them other than it gets a permanent feed to the cylinder...
  7. O

    DIY two gang light switch LED issue,

    I have an electrical problem. I've a two gang switch and have just replaced some old 70s lights. I've matched the wiring but has an issue. Switch two works and switches light two on and off. Switch one however only dimly lights the first light. I've no idea why. I've not touched the switch in...
  8. S

    LG 42LG3000 fuse keep blowing issue

    Hi all. i have an issue with my LG 42LG3000 TV. Yesterday I was watching a movie and TV suddenly turned of and there was a strange sound. I have decided to change the fuse(3A) and it happend again after putting a plug into a power socker - again fuse blown. I know that TV was bought around 12...
  9. zero--

    microwave heating issue

    I have a swan 20l nordic digital microwave which turns on everything seems normal but when cooking does not heat anything. any ideas how to fix this? I saw videos on replacing a fuse but in my microwave the spring fuse thing they replace i can not find in my microwave.
  10. P

    UK Earth issue in my home.

    Hi there, I have found 23v going through the pipework of my water supply. People come across this before and causes?
  11. O

    Fluorescent Bathroom Light Issue

    Hi all, I've been having some issues trying to fix a fluorescent light in the bathroom. Here's the steps I've taken so far after it suddenly stopped working: 1. Replaced bulb with identical spec part (Philips TL5C 40W). Let's call the original Bulb A, and the new one Bulb B. No response when...
  12. hodge228

    horstmann electronic 7 power/display issue

    Hi All, I have been having an odd issue with My Horstmann Electronic 7. It had been working normally and then I found that the display had turned off (seemed like no power). This is despite the mains being on. When switching the main switch off, the display then comes back, albeit with no power...
  13. A

    House rewire - Electrician won't issue installation certificate(?)

    We've recently had a house rewired. There was about 2 years between first fix and second fix due to the pandemic and as the house was being extensively renovated, but all work was completed by last November, by the same electrician. He is NICEIC & part P registered. He hasn't supplied the...
  14. baldelectrician

    Serious issue - missed by people

    Went to an EICR yesterday to a let property that was tested 5 years ago (and apparently passed) 🤭 See how long it takes you to notice - the red box will be a give away 😀 The Wylex RCD was also noted as a C3 Clue: Cilla Black
  15. C

    EICR issue. Need advice

    Hi, I'm new to being a Landlord (wasn't my plan!) Anyway I contacted a company online who arrange for electricians from around the country to perform EICR reports. The property is a small studio flat, 10 years old. (The electrician stated approx 20 yrs old on the report.) The report came back...
  16. N

    LED Lights tripping issue

    4 outside LED bulkheads trip Mcb however when connected via an extension plugged into the ring they work fine. IRs fine Mcb rating and curve correct. In rush current negligible length to 1st light 5 metres overall length of the circuit 10 metres. What's wrong?
  17. G

    Historical earth issue

    Hi I have a flat in a block of 6 flats found out there is no correct earth I have attached an email from 3 years ago as my electrician signed off an electric cert is this allowed now Thanks for any advice
  18. CarolinaG

    Heat Pump Heating issue with relay sticking

    I had a electrician look and apparently the relay is stuck so the pump keeps running even when not calling for hot water. We already replaced the Honeywell timer and that made no difference prior to calling electrician so its definitely a stuck relay. He said he couldnt get a replacement relay...
  19. I

    GFCI issue that is not related to the circuit it's protecting.

    Having lost my father in law many years ago, an electrician and electrical engineer, I'm now at a loss for a sounding board for any issue that comes up that I get stumped with. I am hoping the fine folks here may be of some assistance. I am having a GFCI/ AFCI issue in my sub panel...
  20. M

    Do I need to be registered with a competent scheme to be entitled to issue an EIC?

    I recently achieved my 2391-52 but i haven’t done the AM2 yet nor I’m registered with any competent scheme. I don’t have the experience on installing new circuits and issuing EICs. I work for a big corporation and I have been asked/forced to undertake the job of installing two new circuits for...
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