Strange RCD Fault

[Guest569]

80amp main switch RCD, occasionally trips when a couple of circuits are switched on (doesn't matter which circuits) with nothing plugged in.

IR tests all good. Replaced RCD for new. Happens in all weather ( don't think its external )

Only sockets on this consumer unit.

Ive had my guys out at it twice with no joy. New build wiring from 16th edition.

Im going to investigate myself this week, Im sure Ive had loose connections causing tripping before, it about all I can think of, a loose tail somewhere around the main switch.


Anything else to look out for ?

Im pretty certain its not a dodgy nail at floorboard etc its fairly new property and in good condition with chipboard throughout.

 

[telectrix]

constructive....... sort out the mixed up legs for starters. this may well lead to solving the tripping problem.

 

[GMES]

Tell you what JRC, I'll go up for a grand and bottom this out for you. I want half the cash up front though

Excellent, 1k is on the table pal....

I can't believe how people are confident in finding this without even seeing the installation! Either very naive or incredibly fast while incredibly superhuman.

Ill stand by this, I could really be doing without this hassle Ive inherited as I have a ton of work kicking off. If any spark wants to solve this ( in one day ) and can provide an invoice. Ill pay 1k...

Takers ?

GO TREV GO TREV GO TREV wish I had some pom pom's to wave arround

 

[Geordie Spark]

Even in Glasgae, I'd still leave a card

You'd leave more than a card .... there'd be your wallet with all your cards in it, your wheels and the shirt off your back!!

(just kidding Weegies - honest.)

 

[Geordie Spark]

Thats the point pal, Im pretty confident that 1k will stay firmly in my pocket....and yes I am loaded

I am also a man of my word, I will pay that primarily as I don't have the time for it now and secondly because I know the CAUSE of this fault won't be found in a day.

Anyway, I have 8 quotes to do today, 2 vans and a car to wash, a nasty cold AND a hangover,this thread is distracting me. If anyone has anything constructive then please post

Is that all??

That's just half a day's work to a Geordie.

You're just a lightweight lad!!

Trev could crack that off before his Elevenses tea break.

(don't forget to add the cost of TESTING to your 8 quotes.)

 

[Geordie Spark]

Excellent, 1k is on the table pal....

I can't believe how people are confident in finding this without even seeing the installation! Either very naive or incredibly fast while incredibly superhuman.

Ill stand by this, I could really be doing without this hassle Ive inherited as I have a ton of work kicking off. If any spark wants to solve this ( in one day ) and can provide an invoice. Ill pay 1k...

Takers ?

The confidence comes from experience which in turn comes from maturity which in turn comes from age, so maybe when you grow out of being a cocky little twonk you'll be half as good as some of these lads.

(helpful enough for you??)

 

[Geordie Spark]

I am reading posts, you have said in what I quoted earlier you are going to check end yo end continuity on Monday.

charging for the job or not this is getting silly now, Benny Hill springs to mind with this job.

I was thinking more like: "well thats another fine mess you got me into" - YouTube

 

[dazza1981]

It crossed my mind and I tested one suspect socket but all was good.


I guess I should add, amidst trying to solve this mystery fault Im also trying to deal with the daily running of my business.

Taking around 20 calls per day, replying to around 30 texts, responding to around 15 emails, Keeping employees in check and constantly thinking other jobs through makes it hard to devote my full attention to the fault for any length of time. Im quite confident, but its quite possible Ive missed something silly during testing....so double checks this week.

Not to mention, Im visiting 2/3 customers after hours to quote, followed by a few hours paperwork before bed.

Im sure there are plenty posters in this thread with successful businesses but Im also quite positive there are many whom will not appreciate how it is to manage a business , nor never will.

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Hi mate
You seem more intent in telling us how your business is booming then actually starting from scratch and carrying out all the methodical tests required to trace this fault.
Im not for one minute saying its a piece of cake to find and i have gone round in circles many times tracing out faults but i personally could not leave the premises until i found it that same day just because it would bug the hell out of me.
I would actually say your business could soon be pretty floored if you cant handle a electrical fault on one premises!!!

 

[Geordie Spark]

Thats the point pal, Im pretty confident that 1k will stay firmly in my pocket....and yes I am loaded

I am also a man of my word, I will pay that primarily as I don't have the time for it now and secondly because I know the CAUSE of this fault won't be found in a day.

Anyway, I have 8 quotes to do today, 2 vans and a car to wash, a nasty cold AND a hangover,this thread is distracting me. If anyone has anything constructive then please post

You certainly are !!!

 

[Badged01]

.... don't forget to add the cost of TESTING to your 8 quotes.

Oooooh, you b*tch

Cant find the video but insert 'catch scratch fever' here!

 

[Geordie Spark]

Oooooh, you b*tch

Cant find the video but insert 'catch scratch fever' here!

I'm nice when you get to know me.

 

[lockhes]

Wow what a great thread

 

[R G]

When it comes to getting paid for this job , I would take Alan Pardew with you , just to sort any problems out with the customer , gentle persuasion is a good thing ….lol,,,

 

[dazza1981]

When it comes to getting paid for this job , I would take Alan Pardew with you , just to sort any problems out with the customer , gentle persuasion is a good thing ….lol,,,

:mad2::mad2::mad2::mad2::mad2:

 

[Geordie Spark]

Wow what a great thread

Thread??

It started as a thread, grew into string, then cord and then developed into rope. Just now it's like a ship's hawser and still growing!

 

[GMES]

Thats the point pal, Im pretty confident that 1k will stay firmly in my pocket....and yes I am loaded

I am also a man of my word, I will pay that primarily as I don't have the time for it now and secondly because I know the CAUSE of this fault won't be found in a day.

Anyway, I have 8 quotes to do today, 2 vans and a car to wash, a nasty cold AND a hangover,this thread is distracting me. If anyone has anything constructive then please post

JRC this is not a dig but instead of doing the above maybe you should be at the customers with your test gear, you say that you cant devote too much time to this fault due to your busy schedule, but sometimes you have to switch your phone off and deal with the customer and their problem until it is resolved. A business can take years to build but can be destroyed in no time at all / remember you are sometimes only remembered for your last mistake. I get the impression from nearly all your post's that you are trying to do too much to fast, slow down and take care of the customers that you have 1st before you chase after new ones.