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  1. M

    Multiple GFCI Outlets Tripping at the same time on different circuits

    Dealing with a noodle scratcher. Trying to figure out what has caused multiple GFCI outlets on separate circuits to trip at the same time. Over the last two Wednesdays in the morning something has happened which caused multiple GFCI outlets throughout the house to trip at the same time...
  2. R

    2391 multiple choice practice papers

    I dont suppose anyone has got any past 2391 multiple choice exam papers or simulators they wouldnt mind sharing. I've got quite a few but could always do with some more Fingers crossed
  3. nyDIYelectric1

    Practice Rules (or Codes) for Running for Securing Multiple Cables

    Rewiring an old home where basement lines will feed the first floor (multiple 15/20 Amp w/ 12/2 & 12/3 romex & a single 50 Amp 6/3 romex supplying range. If I run cables over a wall to feed the first floor, how often would do they need to be fastened/stapled, are there exceptions (such as when...
  4. T

    Multiple Virgin telephone points

    Hi All, I have recently rewired a 4 bedroom house in which i have installed 4 telephone points throughout the house as requested by the client. i have wired 3 slaves from the point Where BT would bring in their cable to the master. The problem i have is that the customer as now went for virgin...
  5. C

    Fishing Multiple Cables through Studs

    Afternoon all! I have what I think should be quite a common issue but can't seem to get my head round yet! For hidden cabling to a TV mount, I'd like to run 4 cables (a power cable, two HDMIs & one SCART) from the mount to a cabinet set (currently another project). So first problem, I know that...
  6. C

    Multiple kitchen appliance failures

    I recently purchased a new property and in the three months we've lived here three kitchen appliances have had/ developed issues: Beko induction hob would not heat, appliance repair company said the main power control board was faulty and needed replacing; Half of 4 slice toaster (note...
  7. K

    drill thru multiple studs to run wire

    I like to run wire above the ceiling of the garage (above it is a bedroom) but there are quite many studs about 2 feet apart in the way. Would it be better to run wires thru electrical conduit that is visible on the ceiling (look ugly) OR just drill all these studs to hide the wires (ROMEX). My...
  8. J

    4 way switch with multiple lights

    I’m installing a new light fixture in a location that just had a cover over the box previously. I discovered that this box connected to another group of lights that is controlled by a set of 3 or 4 way switches. In the box is just one 14-3 piece of romex. I hooked up the black hots together and...
  9. M

    Confused about wiring multiple switches

    I wanted to relocated three separate switches into one 3 gang location, and replace the switches at the same time. Unwisely, I did not take pictures or make a sketch of the wires going to each switch. Now I am confused about how to wire the new switches. The first switch controls both a whole...
  10. LewisM

    Whining noise from multiple sockets ?

    Hello, I fitted some extra sockets in a bedroom two years ago, and the customer has said that 2 of the sockets make a high pitched whining noise, all tested at the time readings fine etc, I've attached a video, doesn't sound like arcing to me as it's not a crackling sound? I've told them not to...
  11. G

    UK Advice needed: Connect multiple appliances to mains.

    I'm a bit of a gamer and over the years i've amassed a collection of consoles i'd like to have easily accessible. Now i understand that if i was to just grab an extension lead, and hook up all of them to the double socket i have nearby, that i'll likely overload the socket and this poses a fire...
  12. G

    PV System for multiple users

    I need to set up a 40 kW grid tied PV system on the roof of a condo with multiple user. The objective would be to feed all the different apartments each one of them with its own DB and meter. Is there a solution smarter than splitting my solar system into smaller independent system (e.g. 10*4...
  13. snipersmith87

    Main Bonding - Multiple Buildings

    Could somebody please put me on track. Main bonding conductors are sized relevant to earthing conductor (TN-S / TT) or PEN conductor (TN-C-S). On a large installation (Industrial / Commercial) with multiple buildings containing Extraneous parts should ALL the bonding conductors be sized the...
  14. Rockingit

    BMO and multiple isolators

    Hi all, been a while ;) Typical me, got a right arse of a project on the go where absolutely nothing is 'standard'. Story short, currently installing a BNO system for a BMO (try saying that in a few hours after a beer...) and have incredibly limited space to juggle umpteen SWA's, a Ryefield...
  15. T

    surface box multiple knockouts align with trunking advise

    Hi Guys, I have to fit an MK 3 way grid surface mount box below 3" metal trunking and require the use of all three knockouts on the top of the MK surface box. This needs to be repeated for a number of surface boxes. Cutting one hole in the trunking for a 20mm coupler and bushes is easy, but...
  16. P

    Multiple BT points...help..

    Evening chaps I’m first fixing a new build this week large high spec 4 bed house. The builder would like multiple bt points throughout the house what’s my best way of doing this as I’ve not done a lot of it. Should I make one the main one then daisy chain off the rest like a radial?
  17. F

    Multiple wires into single ceiling light connector ‘slot’?

    Buoyed on by my first successful ceiling rose replacement, I’m now doing a second one, but have come across a slightly different scenario. In this ceiling rose there are more wires than previously, so my question is, is it ok to place multiple wires into a single connector in the new light...
  18. S

    UK Multiple USB outlets in restaurant

    Hi everyone I'm busy rewiring a restaurant and the customer has asked for USB outlets at each table. I think it's a terrible idea - I'd be happy for my phone to go flat when eating out - but that's not the point! The type he has asked for are just USB outlets and not the ones combined with 13...
  19. P

    Installing multiple USB charge ports in a vehicle

    Hi guys I'm interested in installing usb charge ports in a 14 seater passenger vehicle, Please understand I'm not a auto electrician but I'm keen on learning... my queries are : (1) How many ports can I safely install? (2) Is there enough power from the vehicle, it uses a 12V battery...
  20. D

    Multiple cables in place of one

    Under what (if any!) circumstances is it permitted to run two separate cables to make up the conductor surface area of a larger cable (which, in this case is impossible to install... Need to change 2 6mm radials for a single 10mm, but it's going to be near enough impossible to draw through a...
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