HI.I hope i can get an answer hear to my question.
I own an old karcher power washer model k720m.The on/off switch has broken,i have removed the switch to see if i can purchase a new one.I have found a switch which is going to cost over £40,crazy.When i removed the old switch i did not note...
In summary: every time I turn on my electric fan oven it trips the RCD in my consumer unit. Although it is already on it's own RCD switch everything trips, all the sockets throughout the house but the Cooker one is unaffected.
A similar thing appeared to happen with my Dishwasher and I...
ok, got a call from a customer, when they open dishwasher, touch the metal casing inside, and touch the sink they get a tingling go up the arm.
same when they touch the cooker too?!
this does not happen when they touch the outside casing by the way
is this some form of leakage to earth...
Got a bit of a problem working this one out, maybe someone can help - I have to install 3x washers & 3x Dryers (single phase) in the same location. The only board I can take the feed off is in an adjacent building (15 / 20metres away) with enough spare ways on the current 3 phase board.
Problem...
Hi does anyone know how I identify a washer size??
A few years ago I got given about 500 washers and they have been brilliant for using when hanging large CU's etc.
I have had a look online but am confused by all types etc
The washer is around the same size of a 2p piece and the hole fits a...
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Just wondered when trying to find a good place to put the earthing test lead what is the best place.
I presume most dishwashers like washing machines can only be switched on when the door is shut.
Personally my dishwasher does not have any good earthing points to put the test lead onto...
Hi like to know if I can put a double socket in a bathroom for washer and dryer, it will be in a cupboard on top of eachother with a door that can be locked with the door swinging against the bath( makes sense? ) because the bath is the otherside of wood partion , I know about the 3 metre rule...
Hi I am in the UK. Bosch dishwasher model Logic xx Exprees not working. Found when disconnecting the wall hotwired flex box that the Live cables have burnt connection. Unit is 13 amp 240 V. Would I be ok replacing with a box which is rated 25 amp / 250 V. Any suggs? Thanks Tony
Does a dishwasher have to be on its own dedicated circuit?
The dishwasher in queston has a moulded 13amp plug top.
I cant find anything in the regs to state it does. Im installing a kitchen ring at a reasonable price and an other spark who lost the contract due to his astronomical price is...
Hi, Im not sure if im actually supposed to be posting on here as im not an electrician myself??! But I wonder if anyone would be kind enough to give me a little advice?
I moved into a property earlier this year and Im not too happy with where I have to plug my washer in. There is no socket...
Hi Guys,
I am going to install a 7kw commercial dishwasher.This will be a new circuit,does the following installation method sound ok:fit C32 amp MCB to a spare way on the board,wire from the board in 6mm twin and earth to a junction box which will be next to the board and...
When the dish washer is switched on the rcd trips after 5 mins could it be the heating element broken down in the dishwsher hence going to earth ?? any clues any one:)
Hi Iam not an electriacian, however I had one come yesterday and my stupid landlord won't listen to what he has to say, but I dont understand so need you to tell me - is it dangerous (sounds it to me!)
So he came to check my washing machine (he's a British Gas electrician) and he tested...
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