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    Bitzer NES20Y-40P Compressor Part winding start starting issues

    Hello I have been asked to assist in fault finding on the above refrigeration compressor the unit is wired as a part winding 20 HP 3 phase 415 volt 32 amp run current with an approximate starting current of 98 amps. This is supplied from a 31KVA Stanford Genset. The 50 amp “Schneider NSX100B...
  2. B

    Why a delay on my computer start up sound.

    When I used to switch on my iMac computer at the mains plug, then the computer switch, the computer start up sound would play immediately but more recently, the start up sound takes several seconds to start. This is not a problem but I am very curious to know why this happens. Has anyone any...
  3. B

    7.5kW single phase soft start

    Customer has a single phase 7.5kW motor running a blower for a grain lift and the 50 years old soft start is no more. Can someone recommend a replacement?
  4. pirate

    Looking forward to Monday! Start of the 1 a day for 5 days new threads!

    Dan said I could post about anything! Great news! My first thread will be musical...and include: JN BmcG HF AB but I might just spread these over a few threads, rather than squander them all in one Am I allowed to post links to YouTube videos? To make it easy for members to see?
  5. S

    level 3 electrical installation books ? I want to get a head start on it

    Hey guys Not sure where to put this. I am due to start my level 3 electrical installation course this Sept. I wanted to get abit of an head start. Is there any decent books I can buy for theory purposes etc?
  6. J

    Where should I start when looking for electrical work?

    Hello all. I recently obtained my first ECS Electrical labourers card and am waiting for certificates to come back so i can attempt my AM2 in the not to distant future. I have much experience ON construction sites but only a very limited amount of experience in electrical installations, but I...
    • Joe_Spark
    • Thread
    • advice career electrical electrical work looking start starter when where work
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  7. OnlQQker

    Will The Terminologies Start Changing?

    I've noticed the younger ones are changing the terminology of things throughout the building trade, I just wondered if the same thing is happening throughout the electrical world?
  8. S

    Effective methods to generate work going from employed to start up

    Hi So after working for a company i have decided to go self employed and start my own business. people on checkatrade my builder and rated people are quoting so low the work isnt actually worth it plus the fees its basically working for a company again. What are the classic methods of...
    • sid521
    • Thread
    • electrical work employed going methods start work
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Business Related
  9. Dan

    Flags should start being shown

    As the forum gets used and more ip based posts get made the forum will show which country the IP reads from. Handy now, essential soon!
  10. Furamuki

    How can i start a different pump at each start ?

    So I have 2 pumps, when i turn a selector on i want to start the first pump. Once the selector was turned off and on again, I want to start the second pump. And any time i repeat it i have to turn on the other pump which was not running on the previous startup. How can i do this whitout a PLC ?
  11. B

    I Need Work Looking to start a career as an electrician

    Hi My name is Bryn and I live in St Albans I have currently done the level 1 domestic course the level 2 city and guilds 2365, the city and guilds 2382 18th edition and am 1 exam away from completing my level 3 2365 diploma. I am applying for lots of jobs through agencies but not getting...
  12. J

    Is 29/30 years age too late to start an sparky apprenticeship?

    Hi all. Apologies if this is a dumb question but I am wondering if anyone can confirm any success stories of someone who got into the trade at late 20’s/early 30’s? Long story short, I’ve recently come out of the forces and after a big chat with mates in different trades, they’ve suggested I...
  13. J

    UK Three phase dust extraction auto start

    Hello, I am currently working with 2 separate circuits, one for the dust extraction and another for a circular saw. Both circuits have an isolator with 3 phase and neutral then each goes off to its own dol starter. I was wondering if there is a way to make them both turn on at the same time...
  14. Mark Wright

    Getting refund from college – Help –Where to start? Feeling ripped off

    Hi, Can someone help point me in the right direction of where I turn to get a refund from college?. Hi, this is not about an electrical course but I have done my level 3 2365 etc in the past and I know what to expect from a level 3 course. I did a course at another college in Epsom and it was...
  15. M

    Is anything special about motor start capacitors?

    My dishwasher was failing, and I quickly found the problem was a failing capacitor on the circulation pump. Marked as 2.5uF 400V. No problem, except not easily found locally. So I rummage around and find an old fluorescent lamp with a power-factor correction capacitor of the right value. Well...
  16. Z

    Wiring diagram for 3 phase contactor start up

    Hi all, I have two three phase sanding machines that both have there own contactor start up. Both work fine. I have connected a dust extractor to them both. That also has its own contactor start up ad works fine. Its also 3 phase. How can I wire the the extractor to be triggered by either...
    • Zhevster
    • Thread
    • 3 phase contactor diagram phase start three phase wiring wiring diagram
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  17. Edgar1989

    Can i connect a relay to a jump start terminal.

    I am trying to add additional exterior lights to me car. The battery is located to the rear of the car, rather than trailing wires right through the car. Can I wire the relay into the jump start terminals that are present in the engine bay? Would this still provide power for this?
  18. J

    Soft start and high current draw

    Had one today I can’t get my head around. 4Kw motor connected to an Allen Bradley soft start. The panel runs 2 motors Both 4kw. I was called originally due to one motor not running. This turned out to be a tripped the motor circuit breaker (one with adjustable current dial). I tested the rest of...
  19. I

    How do I start my own business?

    Hi there, I have been with my employer for 8 years and I feel like the time is right for me to move on. I'm looking to become self-employed working as a subcontractor to commercial companies whilst doing domestic whenever I get work come in. The plan is to have enough domestic work come in that...
  20. D

    Need advice on how to start working in the trade

    Hello, I'm looking for advice from you guys who know the trade from inside out, I'm 24 years of age and just finished my Level 2 for electrical installations and also have done my 18th edition and building regs will be progressing onto Level 3 now. The course I did was a 6-weekend course which I...
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