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  1. Fuseboxclueless

    Does fuse board or switches contain asbestos?

    Hello, looking to get home electrics upgraded and get a new fuse box. A neighbour mentioned that their house had a main switch on the fuse board that was encased with asbestos and I’m wondering whether we will be in the same position with our old fuse box. Does anyone have any idea based on the...
  2. G

    Reverse camera male plug replacement

    Hi All, I have a reverse camera that has stopped working, likely cause is one of the yellow male plugs is corroded and the metal on the male has come off. The wiring is similar to the video cable ones you can buy from Amazon, with the yellow male to yellow male with trigger. My question is, can...
  3. S

    Suitable replacement Thermostat?

    Hi guys, I have a thermostat that is malfunctioning.& want to replace with a simple dialled thermostat. For some reason I have not changed many thermostats unless its a like for like modern replacement! If the photographic information is sufficient, would anyone be able to advise on a modern...
  4. fr0d0w

    Can I replace the wired in switch with the simpler one?

    Can I combine the common wires to the live terminal? The 2 way switch was an existing circuit and the two new circuits are 1. 6 x led downlights and 2. under unit led lights. I can remove the 2 way switch. Thanks
  5. S

    UK Megger 1720 probe socket assembly replacement

    Hi I wondered if anyone knows where I can get a replacement probe socket assembly for a Megger 1720. One of the test lead pins has snapped off and I can't get it out 😪 Thanks
  6. M

    Light switch replacement (lights flickering)

    Hi, Friend asked me to check out their light switch cause the kitchen lights were flickering and the faceplate was getting hot. They sent the photos below to show what it looked like, obvious issue is the common looking fried, which I put down to a loose connection, hence the flickering...
  7. K

    Proteus Fuse Holder replacement to RCBO

    Hi, I will not be carrying out this work!! a qualified electrician will be. however Could someone let me know if it is possible to change the Proteus Fuse holder's to RCBO'S please?
  8. M

    UK Spotlight Replacement

    I need to replace a spotlight in my porch but i can't tell how to replace it as there is no obvious way to do this, and wonder if i need to replace the whole thing. It is a Luceco EFTE45PC40-0. I can post photos. Thanks.
    • Michael B
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    • replace replacement spotlight
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    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  9. J

    NH Upgrade to NM 3rd Amendment Compliant Replacement Lids

    Hi All Just spotted these Metal replacement covers for old plastic Wylex Consumer Units. I was just wondering what the forum's opinion is of them? I guess they're a bit of a fudge as you still have the plastic box frame behind it, but is it a total waste of time if you can't afford a new CU at...
  10. J

    Geartray replacement help please

    Any help appreciated thanks not sure what replacement to buy
  11. S

    Emergency light not coming on, batteries or replacement lamps?

    Hi there trainee electrician, when im doing monthly flick testing and an emergency light doesnt illuminate at all, how do i know if i need to replace the batteries or fit replacement lamps?
  12. KevinH

    Faulty fan replacement responsibility?

    Hi all. Has anybody else had an issue with installing a wall mounted 4" extractor fan, only to find after 9 months the customer has contacted me to say it is now leaking an oily substance down the wall and ruined the paintwork. I am happy to replace the fan free of charge as it is within the...
  13. M

    UK Replacement ideas for fluorescent strip lights.

    What fittings are people using for replacing fluorescent strip lights? Looking for something with bulbs that customer can change rather than integrated? There are obviously plenty of led tube options but surely there must be something smaller/less bulky?
  14. B

    Kewtech KT 65DL, replacement top membrane?

    Any suggestions for a replacement membrane for my KT65 dl, MFT? Kewtech themselves are ridiculous.
  15. S

    Dimmer replacement

    Hello! I've been trying to replace the dimmer to my living room. I installed a LED lamp and it's not compatible with the old one. However, my new dimmer symbols doesn't match the old one. I've tried a bunch of combinations without success. I have changed dimmers in 3 other places without...
  16. ALH1976

    UK Guess the Light Fitting (and Replacement Bulb/Fittings)

    Sorry for the RUBBISH PHOTO im SHORT! I tend to be a Domestic Electrician, but i was asked to go to a Site to check out some lights turned out one of them was a Lamp Post and they are asking me what type of Light Bulb it has (funny enough i could go up there to look) I know its a Valmont...
  17. D

    Issues with old light fitting replacement

    Hi all. Removed an ancient light fitting, replaced with a newer one, the light comes on but can't be turned off with the switch. It was working before. Any idea where I'm going wrong? The old light fitting had all neutral and all live to the wrapped and inserted into the corresponding terminals...
  18. T

    Serious Reader

    Can i get alternativereplacement bulbs for serious reader floor lamp they are quoting £39 for a bulb is there an alternative bulb its 12v 6w M16 daylight
  19. Weezy

    Can you ‘N/A’ most of a Minor Works for a like for like replacement?

    Seeking advice, we have been replacing extractor fans for a local council and was originally told no ‘like for like’ replacement works needs a minor works certificate. Came into the office today to find they now want minor works certificates for about 250 fans we replaced. Now normally if...
    • Weezy
    • Thread
    • certificates minor minor work replacement testing works
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. D

    LED replacement for 90v E27 frosted/pearl glass bulb

    Hi all. Slightly out of the ordinary, but I'm looking to replacing between 60 to 100 standard size E27 bulbs with LED equivalent. The catch is the LED must run at 90v, rather than 230v. "Why?" you ask, these bulbs are used in heritage diesel-electric pulled coaches and we're looking to 1)...
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