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  1. J

    Im replacing the original run capacitor in my RV's ac unit.

    Hello. Im replacing the original run capacitor in my RV's ac unit. The label says 45uf + - 10%, 7.5mfd / 370vac, 3.4 amp. The one I have to replace it is all the same except it says 30uf + - 5% and its a bit smaller. Will this work?
  2. J

    Replacing fluorescent ballast

    I was replacing a fluorescent ballast for a single four foot T8 fixture. The ballast that I bought on line had very short power leads that would not reach the power lines from the ceiling. I spliced an 8" extension on to each of the black and white wires, using wire nuts. Being that this is...
  3. Doomed

    Replacing old R80 downlighters

    So what is the best option for a replacement LED unit to cover the old R80 holes - the normal downlighter with the extra wide trim looks awful in my eyes, I have been using the ultra slim surface fittings that have the adjustable bracket to fit any hole, but they still stick out 5 to 10mm. What...
  4. M

    Can QR codes replacing the traditional Distribution Board Schedule?

    QR Codes have been around for 20 years and have pretty much been successfully used in special cases - scan the code to view the information or website. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak and the need for touchless access to information (think menus) and NHS tracking apps, the...
  5. S

    Replacing Halogen MR16 with LED MR16 - transformer or driver?

    Hi all, first post so be gentle... I've recently decided to replace the MR16 50W Halogen bulbs in the bathroom with 5W LED ones. I'm aware of the general feeling against MR16 bulbs and preference of GU10's but they're not real options in this situation.. There's a lot of information available...
  6. T

    Replacing 2 way light switch

    Help. I am trying to replace a 2 way light switch on the landing. I did not take notes of what wire went where before I took the old one off, a silly mistake. I have 2 red and 1 black wire, cannot make it work, any advice on the wiring please
  7. S

    Need Advice, Replacing Old Fuse Box

    See Attached Photos Sorry if this is posted in wrong place. Obviously just showing you guys a photo will never give a complete overview but any advice would be greatly appreciated. Also we do have an electrician due to visit by beginning of next week. We've lived in the house for 6 years (2...
  8. K

    Replacing Old (30 yr) Aritech shock sensor.

    Hi I have a scantronic 9800 control panel with Aritech sensors. One of the window shock sensors has a continual red led lit. The system is around 30 yrs old. I need to replace the Aritech sensor. There is no model or id on the sensor but I have posted a couple of photos. Can I replace it with...
  9. J

    replacing 4.8v 1.5a power adaptor/charger with 5v 1a or 5v 2a?

    Hello, I have a set of cordless hair clippers that have a 18650 lithium ion battery inside. I popped it open and found 1 battery inside which is ICR 18650 2000 MAH 3.7V 18KPH20 Lithium Battery The original power adaptor/charger that came with the hair clippers was a 4.8v 1.5a, it is a...
  10. T

    Replacing one breaker with another

    I have a Square D panel for my apartment with following breakers: 1 double 40,2 double 30's and 4 single 20. One of the 20's controls a convection cooking panel, a small toaster, an 11 watt microwave, living room lights, n HDTV and my Internet. When all the above are on, during the past few...
  11. G

    Replacing OEM cabin lights with LED strip lights. Can it be done?

    Hi, firstly thank you for you forum, as a newbie to auto electrics this forum has been really informative. im converting a Renault Trafic into a day camper and I’m looking to replace the OEM internal cabin lights that come on automatically when opening the van side or rear doors in what would...
  12. L

    UK When replacing a board do you need to check every socket?

    Hi guys I recently had an electrical safety test and the electrician said he needs to replace the board because it's quite old. The electrical board and all other electrical stuff is outside of my house in the landing. My question is, when replacing the board, does the electrician have to come...
  13. S

    DIY question: replacing dimmer switch with regular light switch

    Existing dimmer switch wiring in attached picture. Hot and neutral in, ground wire, extra red wire that, I believe, carries the signal voltage. This controls a dimmable LED overhead light fixture with only hot and neutral wires. I want to replace the dimmer with a normal, single pole light...
  14. Pete999

    Replacing a CU in a Dwelling

    For those of us who still have difficulties when replacing a CU in a Dwelling there is a very informative Article in February's copy of PE, Worth a read.
  15. B

    Replacing fused switch with Smart Switch

    In the hallway we have a fused switch that operates the towel ladder in the downstairs bathroom. Any possible issues in replacing with a smart switch? I don't know of any with an integrated fuse.
  16. G

    Replacing Comelit 2702

    Hi I have replaced my old Comlit intercom with a new Comlit 2702. My problem is that the intercom works fine. But the door doesn't open - no noise or anything. What have I done wrong? Wiring for old and new Comlit boards attached. Old one is first new one is second. Its driving me mad what have...
  17. C

    Replacing a Comelit 2103 with a 2703u

    I have a Comelit 2103 unit installed (see pics) which id like to replace with a brand new 2703u unit. Can anyone assist and tell me where each wire should be terminated. The functions I require are the buzzer and the door entry button. Thanks in advance.
  18. H

    Replacing Ceiling Light

    I am replacing a ceiling light, but never took a picture of the wiring before the original was taken down. They are the old colour scheme. I have two red wires (live), one yellow/green (ground) and two black (neutral) coming from the 'main' circuit', and two red wires, one yellow/green, one...
  19. Y

    Newbie - Replacing Bathroom Fan

    Hello there. My dad is getting a bit forgetful and unsure of himself, but in the past did all the DIY in the house no problems. The bathroom extractor fan has stopped working and I thought I'd have a go at replacing it as he is not confident now. He has both exacty the same model fan motor as...
  20. J

    Replacing a single socket

    Probably going to get slaughtered for this, but I took a single socket off this to replace with another single socket that was smashed, but I was met by all of these wires and some require for lives to go into one hole which is proving impossible considering that’s how it was wired in the first...

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