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    Perilex wall plug and multi switch configuration issues

    I am having a serious issue with my mechanical ventilation system. I have replaced the old one and bought a new one from the same brand and with the connection (dammm Perilex!). I thought that the device will work right away but not... thats where the problem started. I have tried almost all...
  2. T

    Wall switch identification

    Hello, I'm new to this forum looking for someone who can help me identify the wall switches in the house that I recently purchased. Most of the switches work but a couple are broken and I'm hoping to be able to replace the broken ones with something similar. Personally I've never seen switches...
  3. H

    UK I have a stiebel CNS 300 wall heater.

    Hi Regarding the heater and the 4 wires .Will I be able to put a plug on this heater. What will I do with the fourth black wire ? I have never come across this before just need some advice please
  4. J

    110v fixed wall mounted transformer

    Hi guys is there any regulations regarding 110v centre tapped transformer transformer circuits being used outside (rcd protected) also if the transformer states 3000Va but a continuous rating of 1650Va am I right in thinking it can only carry 15amps before the transformer overloads?
  5. D

    Wall uplights - for some there's a pair of red & pair of black wires from wall, but the other has only 1 red & 1 black?

    They're all operated by the same single switch located elsewhere. The fittings that have pairs coming from the wall, each pair goes into a plastic joiner. Then single red & black out to the bulb holder. The fitting that has only single red & black from the wall, there's no joiner, just direct...
  6. R

    Wiring a timer in place of a wall switch

    I I have been replacing certain wall switches with timers for outdoor lights. This four switch box has me stumped. The three switches on the left are all working properly. I am trying to wire the timer on the right. The hand-drawn diagram shows ALL wires within the boxes except for the...
  7. T

    Does Tesla Power Wall receive DC from the panels?

    Hi, Does the Tesla Power Wall receive DC from the solar panels? Or does the solar panels' DC get converter to AC by an inverter on the roof, and then the AC goes to the Tesla Power Wall?
  8. J

    Wiring outdoor Wall Sconce LED Light

    Hi guys, my whole post got deleted so time to write again. I am used to wiring indoor lights but need some help for outdoor. We are putting in 4 LED Wall lights and i am wondering what cable to use for it? Is it SWA, SY, Outdoor Rubber Flex, or something else? Can i just use basic 1.5MM T&E...
  9. bigspark17

    Wall chaser and hoover recomendations

    Looking at purchasing a wall chaser and hoover set and wondered what brands were being used with members and if you were happy with the kit. happy to buy good quality would prefer a bagless hoover if this is an option would like blades that last and dont cost the earth to replace Thanks :)
  10. D

    Generating a load on a new wall switch

    I expanded the switch box in my master bedroom from a two gang to a three gang so that I could add a fan control switch. One of the existing switches controls an overhead light and the other controls a wall outlet. I made the assumption that the power to the ceiling fan was ran to the switch...
  11. A

    No LB when transitioning pvc up from trench into subpanel through wall

    I have an electrician installing new circuit from my existing panel to a new subpanel in my detached garage. The subpanel is in the inside wall of the garage. The installation is underground with 1.5" conduit. Instead of using an LB on the outside wall of the garage, the electrician heated a...
  12. The apprentice

    live joints in wall

    hi there, recently had an electrician in as the kitchen was being re done now iam an apprentice didn't want to say anything to the guy who is qualified and of course and argument but hes left connector block joints in the plaster board wall with insulation taped up where existing sockets where...
  13. T

    Can i tap in to same wall chase for lighting?

    Hi, in the middle of having my house re-wired I've chased the walls myself and laid the cable for the new sockets (nothing connected up) When it comes to the lighting, in some of the rooms a chase runs close to the light switch, can i tap in to that chase and do a horizontal one to the light...
  14. Anthony Deakin

    Plasterboard wall plugs for TV bracket

    Hi all, it seems that each time i buy a plasterboard wall plugs to screw into plasterboard either it wont hold the weight of the TV bracket or comes loose after a while. Can anyone please recommend a decent one? Thank you
  15. E

    Can anyone advise how I can cut wire and put inside wall? What do I need to buy

    Had a kitchen unit with under light. Took down one unit and I have capped the electric and taped. How can I cut back the wire so that it can be pushed back into wall? What do I need to buy? Easy job to do?
  16. ELECNEWT

    CONNECTING EARTH TO DOUBLE INSULATED WALL LIGHT FITTING

    Is there any advantage, disadvantage or danger in connecting an earth to a double insulated metal light fitting?
  17. D

    ** Please Help** Wiring a ceiling fan to a two-in-one dimmer/fan speed wall switch

    Hi there, please help. I live in Florida and am replacing a ceiling fan in a bedroom. The new fan has no pull cords and no remote. It came packaged with a wall switch that has a light dimmer dial and a 3-speed adjustable fan dial all in one switch (See attached photo) The wall switch that came...
  18. C

    Moving socket to opposite wall.

    Have a double socket on one side of wall which needs to be on opposite wall 6m away. Can I swap out twin socket for a junction box/blank and then run twin an earth via trunking on top of skirting to new socket location? Many Thanks, A
  19. K

    chasing wall for consumer unit cables or trunking ... Advice needed

    Hi everyone I am after a bit of advice. Just done rewiring for a property but the main incoming supply cable is just right next to the main entrance door so agreed with the customer to install a new consumer unit right above the meter as shows in the picture. The lighting circuit and upstairs...
  20. J

    30A Ring in conduit in Concrete wall

    Conduit has part of run in free air, part in concrete with external wall insulation on one side. What derating factor / cable size ?

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