Do you use red & black or just black on the DC side? If I look in the regs I'm supposed to be using red & black or red & blue depending upon earthing but I've seen systems installed in just black.
After fitting an rcd socket I see there is a red light that lights up below the test and reset buttons. Should this remain illuminated unless either the rcd trips or the test button is pressed and after using the socket is it a good idea to press the test button or just leave the unit with red...
Problem was- Hitachi SDS 24v drill battery not charging. Charger flashing "duff Battery"and only 18v on battery.
Solution- 12v car battery charger/booster, dab on + to +, - to -, with charger set to max. slight spark, hold on for 20 to 30 secs. transfer battery to it's own charger.
30 mins...
Hi just wondering if anyone knows the rating of the red service head fuses?
I havent come across one with a label on it yet and when I pulled one the other day I was going to have a look but they seem to have something like a rivet holding it together where the screw normally is.
I'm thinking...
Yes, thats right today on site up pulled the big red wallet smasher (Hilti van). I ended up with one of these......:cool:
Just got to explain to her indoors now why I needed one when I didn't even know it.:o:D
Need to get a copy of the 17th edition wiring regulations and 'Guidance note 3' books. Where is best (cheapest) to get them from? Or does anyone on here have these for sale at a good price ;)
Been given it by a retired sparky, was thinking of weighing in with the rest of the scrap for christmas.
But looking at some of the prices on ebay i have thought again.
Full and part drums of t&e and singles of various sizes.
would be cash on collection or courior arranged by you.
pm me...
Hi all
Where would I find more information in the 17th edition book bs 7671 about bs5839, preferably in part 5 I hope.
Any help is really appreciated.
christian
Can someone settle an argument?
Does anyone remember when red and black coded mains flex (rather than cable) whas phased out in the UK? I say it was at least 30 years ago, my friend (who I think is getting confused with cable) says about 10 years ago.
Hello all,
I found this website a few months ago decided that becoming an electrician was something i could turn my skills to after a stint in the army doing various electrical work.
I look forward to getting advice off you all !
pete
Went out last night, on a cheeky cheap thursday, and I drank alot of red bull, loads, and I havnt been to sleep since i got up yesterday!!! does this happen to anyone else? cus it dunt usually happen to me, to top it off, am going drinking again at a friends house. when myhead hits the pillow I...
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