Consumer unit change?

[Mr.Black]

Alright lads just need some verification.

Doing a consumer unit change and adding downlights in bathroom.

Am i correct in saying that:

1.Do periodic inspection on existing installation and rectify any code 1 and code 2.
2.Change consumer unit.
3.Do E.I.C only for board being mounted and downlights(.On same sheet).

Cheers fellas much obliged.

 

[ezzzekiel]

depends if they have requested the pir and repairs, if not some simple tests to check c/u wont cause any probs then do the swap anf full eic

no need for downlights as the whole circuit will be tested after the c/u swap

 

[Spudnik]

Yep agreed, although any serious/dangerous code 1's should be rectified.

 

[buttonmoon]

depends if they have requested the pir and repairs, if not some simple tests to check c/u wont cause any probs then do the swap anf full eic

no need for downlights as the whole circuit will be tested after the c/u swap

Which simple tests would you recommend?

 

[philip962]

Continuety and insulation sorry for spelling

 

[ezzzekiel]

agree with above

 

[Mr.Black]

I went with the periodic first chaps.Done R1+R2 instead of R2.Used same results for E.I.C.Board was old 3036's so did rcd's and Zs after i swapped board.

Just as well the kitchen light was full of water and was a metal fitting!!! !Bathroom was being re-fitted.

Will go this way from now on if c.u. replacement is required just to be on the safe side!

Anyone think this is a good idea or am i wasting time?