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  1. A

    Problem with Deta Smart Light switch controlling A/C zone

    I have a 4 gang Deta Smart Switch installed that has replaced a standard (old fashioned) 4 gang switch that is used to control 4 air conditioning zone dampers. The Deta switch responds to the wireless app commands turning on / off as commanded or of course when touched manually, however the zone...
  2. nickjett

    Firestick tv problem

    Hi, ive got an old Samsung i think LCD tv, which ive connected my firestick to. It works ok once it decides to turn on, but to turn it i have to wait for 10 mins of the tv flicking on and off. I can turn it on without the firestick plugged in or if the tv isnt on the firesticks soucrce. I have...
  3. D

    DIY Caravan Brake Light Wiring Problem

    The brake lights on my caravan (Sprite Swing) are not working, but all other lights work. I have tested the globes and both elements are working in both globes. I've tested the vehicle trailer electric socket, with only brake lights on, and the car is delivering the required 12v to the...
  4. B

    Aftermarket Sony XAV-AX1000 Won't power on with engine - 2010 Vauxhall Corsa EcoFlex 1.0L

    Hi all, (DIY user here) Wondering if somebody might know anything about why my Sony XAV-AX1000 won't power up on startup. A little bit of info about the situation: I purchased this car from a private seller last weekend, who provided photos on the listing of the screen working on the date...
  5. Capybaritone

    3-way dimmer switch problem

    Hello everyone. Thank you in advance for any help you can provide. I tried installing a dimmer to a 3-way circuit. The dimmer has a hard switch and a dimming slide. After installing and turning the power back on, both the dimmer switch and the other (non-dimming) switch were able to...
  6. woundedrider

    Chrysler Sebring Weird Problem

    Hello everybody I have a very weird issue with my 2003 sebring (2.7 liter) It always occurs randomly so i assume it's electrical. Some days the engine runs better/transmission shifts perfectly BUT the instrument panel illumination totally goes. And some other days, instrument lights shine bright...
  7. A

    Classic Mini 1979 Upgrade problem

    Hello, 1979 classic Mini neg earth, been updated from glass fuse to blade fuses in a side entry fuse box with a few extra ports for accessories. Everything is working fine. BUT. I want to hardwire in a USB port which should be simple but I can't seem to get any luck. (Like everything with a...
  8. Raptor0014

    Odd problem on IR Test.

    Doing some testing today on a Wet Room installation. Fed from its own small CU. And consists of 2 x seperate 50A (for 10.5kw shower) circuits 1 x 20a radial for underfloor heating. This runs direct from CU to a fused spur and then from the fused spur to the UFH controller. 1 x 20a radial...
  9. N

    Can I use a 6 conductor wire to solve this problem?

    I have Nanoleaf LED light strips that I need to go around a corner and also bridge a blank space. Nanoleaf is always sold out of the extender wires and the generic ones on Amazon get bad reviews. These specific lights are different than most and have 6 pin connectors. Can I get standard 6...
  10. D

    Problem with a rewire

    Hi, I've had my house rewired, and the installation was done very badly. The electrician who was contracted to do it, has now said that he subcontracted the work out to someone who was qualified but not registered. After getting him back to fix a load of issues I then found out that he had also...
  11. T

    Bonding problem in restaurant

    Im an apprentice spark and have been sent to look at some bonding work at a restaurant as apparently staff have occasionally been getting shocks when they touch across metal counters. The bonding has been cut in some parts but when i trace it back rather then going to the 3 phase board it has...
  12. D

    Recessed Can Light Problem - help needed

    I have a recessed can light (Halo H7ICT) that recently stopped working. I checked the breaker, tried a new bulb, and ended up replacing the socket with a new one but none of that worked. I have another light that is on the same circuit I think, same fuse, that is working just fine. I'm wondering...
  13. R

    Ansell auto test emergency exit signs problem Model AENLED/3M/W/ST

    I was called to a hall where 6 Ansell maintained exit signs were all dead. They were installed 4 yrs ago. The one that I checked had mains live was connected to L andL1 and the battery was flat; this should light a red led to indicate a faulty battery but nothing showing. There is a reset...
  14. A

    60 amp service problem

    2 fuse sockets on the same leg of the cartridge fuse are not working. The fuses (15 amp) do not blow - just don't have power. I have power coming from the pole and both cartridge fuses are good. The other 2 fuses on the other leg work fine. Stumped.
  15. T

    Problem installing smart doorbell

    I've bought a ring wired doorbell and I've run in to a spot of bother trying to install it. The transformer is above my connection box in the hall cupboard. The chime is through the wall next to my front door. It says to attach the jumper cable to the trans and front terminals none of the...
  16. mikeyking

    RCD tripping... What other problem determination can I do?

    Unfortunately my electrician is too busy installing EVs so I've kinda been left on my own for now! I have an issue where the RCD labelled #1 in the attached picture trips as soon as I attempt to turn the immersion heater on. I've had the immersion heater replaced (well, I couldn't get it out...
  17. dgreer27

    An unusual problem for a DIYer

    I have an unusual problem and need some help. I've never run into this issue but any help would be appreciated. We have two dwellings on one service. The first is a mobile home and the second is an old shop that has been converted into a dwelling. It is a 200 amp service. The issue is that...
  18. E

    Tricky (to me at least) 4-way switch problem

    I've inherited a home with wiring in place but not all connected. I can't locate the original electrician who did the work about 2+ years ago. I have four switches. Line power goes into switch 1 (a 3-way switch) then over via 3-wire cable to switch 2 which has a feed to 4 can lights (install a 4...
  19. F

    Burglar Alarm Problem

    I know this is a forum for electrical problems but I can't find a forum for burglar alams (is there one?) Bye the by one of you may have an answer . . . . My alarm system (Accenta G3 mini) was installed a long time ago (maybe 20 years). The system was working fine until I changed the battery...
  20. J

    Electrical problem with Grundfos macerator

    I have a grundfos sololift 2 wc1 macerator that isn't working. It's about 3 years old. When the toilet flushes the bowl just fills up but the motor does not kick in. There is power going to the unit, The macerator motor/pump turns freely. I took the motor apart in the hope that there may be...

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