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  1. R

    how do i test a rcd thats not in the db

    i have a rcd fitted in the trunking in an office but at the db i have a mcb i have tried to do a R1+ R2 test but as my mft uses 200ma it trips the rcd any advice would be greatfull
  2. R

    Anyone selling a Solo Fire Test Kit.

    I don’t suppose anyone is selling a Solo Fire Test Kit? I’m looking to buy one for work. If anyone has one for sale that would be great.
  3. M

    Erroneous test during pre testing

    Hi, While doing the Erroneous test during my pre test I came across abit of a headache. When I was doing a lighting circuit it was coming in a short eg. 0.04ohms but once I disconnected an LED light in a bathroom it went away, same with socket circuits which had USB sockets connected on them, is...
  4. D

    DIYer puts the new lever sockets to the test , what do we reckon...?

  5. S

    UK Real-world certification & test

    I’d like your opinions on a scenario I’ve come across. A certificate was produced which contained errors and while there were still faults on the installation. This was corrected, but some time later further faults became apparent. What should I do? Here’s some detail – I’m a retired...
  6. R

    VIGI module test

    What’s the chances of tripping this VIGI module set @ 10A when performing downstream no trip high current Zs tests.
  7. HappyHippyDad

    Which EV test adaptor?

    Just wondering if all of you who fit EVCP have a EV tester. If so, are there any you would recommend? I have at looked at a few. The zappi one is by far the cheapest myenergi EVSE-TEST-BOX EV Test Box -...
  8. C

    EICR test results

    I have reason to doubt that any inspection or testing was done before an EICR was issued. The test results on the EICR are identical to those on an EIC issued a year previously. Is this likely, or would you expect some values to differ slightly? Many thanks.
  9. P

    Low IR test readings on lighting and RFC.

    Hi,guys went to do an EICR and when doing IR test I got L-E ON RFC like 0.02 MOHM and two lighting circuits L-E AND L-N the results were like 0,14 and 0,15 MOHM.It is old wiring where all the cables live and neutrals are black put in the walls in steel conduit.My question is is it possible that...
  10. NICKYNUNN

    TEST LEADS FOR RCBO TESTING

    Hi, what do you guys use to test rcbo trip times at the rcbo in DB? My Fluke test lead can not reach far enough for contact, I can't see any long reach probes for the Fluke 1662. Any advice greatly appreciated :)
  11. V

    Two RCD's on same circuit - Test failed

    Hi, quick question before I start ripping a customers Consumer Board apart. Called out to a simple job of installing electric supply to a summer house. Nothing major being used in the garage or planned to be in the summer house and is only 10m from the house so was happy to extend the radial...
  12. R

    What is a SURGE TEST will it kill horses.

    Over the years I hve lost horses due to rapid weight loss. Always occuring straight after a helicopter was flown over the H V power lines surge testing ???. The Distributer will not help or advise. The whole system HV and LV dates back to the mid 1950,s and I believe unsafe. There are several...
  13. F

    EICR test results schedule

    This is slightly pedantic, so right up my street. I'm filling out an EICR. The sockets are wired in 2.5 (apart from some in the kitchen that have been wired in 1mm 3 core and earth. Don't ask...) with a 30 amp 3036 as ocpd. Forgetting the obvious C2's, the question I have is regarding the...
  14. M

    Class 1, no metal, how to test?

    I want to PAT a coffee machine. It has a sealed plug; no class 2 mark; a round cable that suggests twin and earth; and no visible metal. Please how should I proceed? thank you.
  15. L

    solar panels installation and test on allotment site

    hi we are after some funding for solar panels for a community allotment meeting room. 4 x 100 watt panels , controller and inverter. all come as part of a kit and will only be used to charge power tools and lighting..i am a retired industrial spark so will be installing it myself. problem is the...
  16. Soulcraft Electric

    RCD failing ramp test. x1 and x5 both OK

    Testing an Ashley & Rock BS4293 RCD Type AC (CU dated 1989, property built c. 1990-91) this morning with a Metrel 3152 on RCD Auto; x1 and x5 were both satisfactory, but the ramp test failed to trip. I tested a few times at both a socket outlet and the RCD terminals with the same outcome. Any...
  17. M

    iPhone chargers. To test or not to test?

    I’ve just spent the day testing about 40 iPhone chargers. Sticking 500v through them and they all pass. Does everybody agree that they have to be tested?
  18. P

    test ATS

    hi how would you test ATS on safety equipment eg: lifts, fire sprinklers without activating the generators
  19. D

    How do you disconnect neon lights in sockets while doing insulation resistance test.

    Hello everyone, I was just wondering how do you disconnect neon lights from socket outlets when doing insulation resistance test, as this will effect the readings, thanks.
    • David345
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    • disconnect doing insulation insulation resistance insulation resistance test lights neon resistance sockets test while
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. NICKYNUNN

    generic test sheets and building control

    Hi, i'm shortly expecting an assessor from the NIC , I have to show him around three of the jobs Ive done. I have had to fill out generic test sheets, and was wondering if the assessor will want the works notified to building control, Ive spoken to building control and they want over £300 per...
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