Those are the pictures from new hob. It require 6mm cable according to the plate info. Current hob is hardwired through 6mm cable too. Fuse at the fuseboard is 32A shared for oven and hob. Does it mean that fuse in the main fuseboard need replacing for 2x16A and then perhaps oven to be on a...
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Ive been tasked with replacing a mains switch, which is fed from the cutout and in turn supplies a domestic DB.
It’s a BS88 switch fuse which I’ll swap like for like, but the existing DB, which is plastic will remain untouched. There will be henley blocks installed between the switch fuse...
Question is does this DB really need RCD protection as there are only internal lights and sockets supplying this large building that used to be a mansion and is now 4 flats.
heres the DB its labelled L/L on the right only providing 3 light pendants a timer light and 2 single sockets all in the...
Hi there,
Just a quick question. Does a main protective bonding conductor require UV protection when run outside?
I am under the impression that this is not a requirement as such, but if possible, it should be considered. Especially if installing a smaller sized conductor.
I am running a main...
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I was hoping someone with a little more insight might be able to shed some light on a potential issue I have, as I can't seem to find another example online where this specific question that has been answered.
What you can see in the attached photograph is meter tails (single insulated +...
I'm doing a college design project and need to choose a suitable range of circuit protective devices for the whole contact. I've chosen and already done all the protective devices for all my final circuits but was curious if the distribution circuits need RCD protection aswell.
The project...
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I've just had some electrical work completed in the bathroom; I've recently refurbished the bathroom, replacing the old electric shower with a mains/mixer. I had bought an inline fan and a separate humidistat/run-on timer module with the idea that it could be installed using the old...
Hi all, ive found myself in a bit of a desperate situation here.
I sat my compex 10 months ago and failed sections 01 and 04. I was meant to resit them a month from today but turns out I'm going to have to work away a week today. Anyway, the only date i could get for my resit is 4 days away...
To my understanding it would be ideal to test and inspect before energisation, but it isn't 100% necessary. If it leaves a client without power, it breaches health and safety (no power to safety services etc) or inconveniences them I'd have thought it would be reasonably practicable to turn on...
Hi to all,
If extractor fan in bathroom is autonomous does it still require isolator switch or usual fused switch will do? It runs of 12v transformer outside. Not being linked to light switch. Can be fed from either circuits.
I was just about to book an EICR inspection for my property when the decorator said he didn't think the fuse board would pass. He said there was no RCD on the top board and partial on the bottom one. So rather than pay twice I was thinking of getting any potential work done first prior to the...
Hi all, relatively new to the wireless stuff. looking for a smallish 1 channel 1000W switching unit to put into several individual enclosures to control outdoor lights in 6/7 different locations in a large outdoor space. Need to avoid wifi, need to operate from wireless range of around 200 -...
Hi! Currently doing a job that they have decided against getting gas meters and going all electric.
Electric boiler 9.5kw
2x shower 9.5kw
Hob say 6.5kw
2x 32a ringmains
2x 6a lighting circuits
I understand they have had a 13Kva supply installed.
Obviously this will not be enough to run all...
Im considering installing a Digital Shower (not pumped, just controlled) during my Bathroom Refit. Im looking for the best option for powering the valve. The Manufacturer recommends runnig a 30mA RCD circuit, however as my Sockets are already protected with an RCD can I connect the valve into a...
My wife and I recently purchased a house and every electrical related item I go to replace seems to be installed incorrectly... I want to put a new porch light outside and it seems they did not install any sort of junction box. The house is brick and would require that I drill into it to create...
Hi Everyone,
Thank you in advance for your assistance, I"m assuming that having an unenclosed main switch is against the rules ?
Should it be sited within the same Consumer Unit or a separate enclosure ? The Consumer Unit, meter and main switch are housed within a wooden formica cupboard (2nd...
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Im wiring a fire alarm system and I was going to use the sounder bases as opposed to stand alone sounders.
Can the sounder bases be wired within the zone circuits or do they still need a sounder circuit wiring as well as the smoke heads?
it’s an ESP Mag fire system.
thanks
Just changed my outside light (100w bulb) with a security light with PIR fitted with a 1.5w integrated LED light and a 5w LED candle bulb. Can't get the new light to work. There is nothing wrong with the new light as I got it to work with a 3 pin plug. Any ideas anyone?
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