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Removed an ancient light fitting, replaced with a newer one, the light comes on but can't be turned off with the switch. It was working...
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My mira power electric shower is not doing anything when i press the power button. There is no led lights to check on the unit to...
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I'm probably displaying my ignorance here, but fortunately I'm not one of those people who can't stand to be laughed at!
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I replaced an outdoor electrical socket recently with a 2 gang, BG socket which has LED lights to show when it is switched on. Since then I...
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I've inherited a very tight space, a KMF switch and some split-con for a sub-main to try and tidy up. It's a joyous non-restrained single...
Had a customer message me before I went to do a job asking if I could put a new bulb in a spotlight while I was there, so I picked up some LED...
Evening everyone…
I’ve attached pictures for your leisure.. so basically the customer does not have any RCD protection.. 3036 fuseboard is in...
I've had a search, and found an old thread from 2016... but was wondering about modern views on this situation.
I've come into possession of...
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I have been working...
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Im looking for some information for electrical improvers working abroad.
Im currently self funding my way through my electrical course as...
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Has anyone come across Earth Leakage on a usb Socket the appliance being plugged in is live
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My friend just moved into a new build flat and its for a disabled person with a hydraulic lift to go to the upper floor.
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