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  1. R

    Power connection of unknown source connected to outdoor light.

    Power connection of unknown source (prob socket spur) connected to outdoor light. Can i disconnect the existing light. Connect up RCD plug and then connect a switch to control a new outdoor light like pic
    • Rayserb
    • Thread
    • connect connected connection disconnect existing light outdoor plug power rcd source switch
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  2. G

    What plug for 3ph compressor

    Hi all iv bought a Clarke xe18/200 3phase compressor it’s 4 hp and 50hz it was hard wired so didn’t come with a plug or flex what amp 5 pin plug do I need and what size flex attached is the details of the amp age , can you help Many thanks
  3. G

    Turn Pendant Light into On/Off Plug

    So I have an old pendent light. There was a 14/3 line and 2- 14/2 lines connected to a single light fixture. I re-wired it the same way back into a J-Box and then connected it to another 14/2 line ( so instead of it connecting to the pendant light it's connected to a new 14/2 line). That 14/2...
    • givenz06
    • Thread
    • light pendant plug screwfix
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    UK Melted Plug and Socket cause

    Hi all, Washing machine plug and socket melted around Neutral pin. Whilst removing socket faceplate, noticed one brown wire was not in the terminal. May have come out of the terminal when pulling the socket forward or may have been out all the time. Is this lose or disconnected live cable the...
  5. S

    GFCI WR outlets are tripping whenever I plug something in

    I am building an outdoor kitchen and have run a subpanel to the kitchen. I have an arc-fault 20 amp breaker with 4 GFCI WR outlets wired in parallel around the kitchen. They are caulked appropriately, with weather rated covers, etc. but for some reason, every time I try to test the outlet - they...
  6. ClaireO

    UK Can I fix this freezer plug

    So I unplugged my freezer to move it over a bit.. tried to plug it back in another socket and noticed it wouldn’t go all the way and sit flush, when I checked the plastic has split making the two bottom prongs sit at an angle. Help ASAP don’t want my freezer defrosting.
  7. R

    Dehumidifier plug warm to touch

    Hi. I have a kenmore 1988 dehumidifier that still works great, no problems what so ever except for the other day i noticed when its left on for an extended period of time the plug gets warm, not hot. I read warm is normal, but others say its not normal and that there could be a loose connection...
  8. J

    Socket not working for Kettle (2000w) but is for toaster (1000w). Both items work on neighbouring plug (dual socket)

    Hi everyone, UK btw. Not a sparky, but have some idea of electrics from fiddling with guitar pedals and a-level physics! Just wanted a bit of advice - we have a dual socket in the kitchen, one plug of which does not work for the kettle (2000w draw according to the base), but does for the...
  9. W

    UK Problem with Shutters on Plug

    Hello, I have a CEE to UK plug adaptor, when I plug something in I need to press the plug with force. I noticed inside the earth pin hole, it was very scratched and some plastic coming off from shutter part. If I use a Plug with a Plastic Pin plug, It is easier to plug it in. Is there a way I...
  10. J

    Adding 5 double plug sockets to garage

    Hi, I am looking for some advice on the best way to install 5 double plug sockets into my garage, all of which will be running multiple computers. My CU is located in the garage. Would it be best to install the sockets onto their own ring main, or to add them onto the existing garage circuit...
  11. N

    My dryer cable near the plug has gone a reddish brown colour is it safe to use

    My tumble dryer (white knight) Near the plug the cabel has gone a brownish red colour is it safe to use
  12. marconi

    Old MK bakelite safety plug

    I had to change the lamp in my wife’s bedside lamp and was reminded of this pioneering mk safety plug attached to it.
  13. V

    UK 3kw constant load on a standard plug socket

    I'm charging a PHEV from a standard plug socket, and it works. However I purchased an extension and the standard plug going into the socket has melted... it got a bit too warm for a bit too long. Are there recommendations of specific plugs and cabling that could take 3kw comfortably for...
  14. P

    7A fused plug

    While visiting some friends down south I noticed they still had the cardboard wiring info on their coffee maker, so removed it as not for final use. What was curious is it specifies a 7A fuse, and while I have seen and used some odd ones before (e.g. 1A, 10A) this first time I have seen on...
  15. B

    Mini cooper s r56 turbo wont start unless i pull high pressure fuel pump plug off, 2 wired plug.

    As per title any ideas, car just cut out dead and will not start unless I pull the 2 wire plug off the high pressure pump solenoid. I also get no reading at all on the dianostic fuel pressure check. I have 72 psi when connecting my fuel pressure gauge to the line.
  16. Dartlec

    CSI: Sparks - Drier plug melted

    Called to look at a job today for a previous client. Tumble Drier giving off 'funny smell' and tripped the RCD - Called out her appliance insurance plan people, who suggested it was the fixed wiring - hence why she wanted me to have a look... Plug and socket well and truly melted...
  17. Rockingit

    Difference in a resistive and non-resistive spark plug?

    So I'm home servicing one of my Stihl machines (2 stroke brushcutter) and my local dealer apologised that technically it should take an R (resistive) type plug but they're hard to get at the moment and a non would work fine - what's the difference?? NGK BPM6A -v- BPM6(R)A
  18. M

    Floodlight vTAC wire to plug help

    Hi I have bought a vTAC floodlight and need help wiring it to a 3 pin plug, I can't dismantle it and add wiring to it so I need to extend to the existing wire, could someone help what sort of flex wire I would need what cable connector and what sort of 3 pin plug amps? Thank you so much I would...
  19. S

    Plug and Play T8 LED Tube Fittings

    So T8 LED tubes that can be directly connected to 240v L+N are now available. (sold at TLC here) . They don't need any magnetic or electronic ballast. There are plenty of youtube videos that show you how to wire these new tubes in to the existing T8 fixtures (like these). Now that these...
  20. A

    can I plug in a Kohler standby 14kw to my 50amp receptacle

    can I plug in a Kohler standby 14kw to my 50amp receptacle which supplies both rails in a 200 amp box (already installed interlock system for my box) installation is more than the generator!
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