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    Howdens HJA8630 dishwasher not filling

    Hi, This dishwasher is 8 years old and starts up as if its working ok but no water. Could this be the inlet valve or a sticking float switch? Which is more likely considering water appears to be getting to the machine ie no hose blockage. Can I test the float switch other than exposing the...
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    Tightening a tap on a ceramic sink

    Hello guys, I have read quite a few forum articles on the above and one person suggested using Plumbers Mate and trimming the excess off. I presume you would have a rubber washer between the underside nut and the ceramic and that you wouldn't apply to much force lest you crack...
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    replacing switch. 2 reds, 1 black?

    Hello Just a word regarding fitting a dimmer to LEDs A normal dimmer switch may cause flickering etc so its best to ask for a TRAILING EDGE DIMMER and that way you should avoid flickering and such like once you apply power. Maybe you know this already but in case you dont its worth noting...
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    Socket above fireplace (not a shed)

    Thanks to all of you guys who answered. The suggestion of running a spur is a good idea makes life easier down the line if it had to be removed. Kind regards Alex
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    Socket above fireplace (not a shed)

    Hi Everyone, Im not sure but is it ok (17th Regs) to fit a 13A power socket and coax cable outlet onto my chimney breast in case someone in the future wants to fit a TV above the fireplace (not an active fire - probably electric for decoration)? Im refurbishing an old flat...
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    Advice on controlling Heating Oil consumption

    Hi to Everyone, You can have a coin meter fitted to your electricity supply input so as people don't go mad and run up a huge electricity bill BUT is there a corresponding device which a landlord could fit to control the heating oil?? Thanks in advance Alex
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    Installing a NEST GEN 3

    Hi Dan, Could you give me a little feedback on this product regards to what I require I have 10 radiators and the house also has a MegaFlow tank......not sure if that counts as part of the fittings? Does the Kit comprise of a viewing screen and rad wireless appliances? Im trying to...
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    Installing a NEST GEN 3

    Thanks for your advice, I will do just that.
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    Installing a NEST GEN 3

    Hello Guys, Yes having 2 Nests would solve the multi zone problem but isnt that a bit messy? Is this something you guys in the trade advise? I think going for ONE which will do both would be better long term my only question is can a DIYer fit the Honeywell Evohome? Remember...
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    Installing a NEST GEN 3

    Thank you Dan Ill review it Kind Regards Alex
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    Installing a NEST GEN 3

    Hi again, Are there any internet thermostats out there which would control more than ONE ZONE?? Kind Regards Alex
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    Installing a NEST GEN 3

    Hi Dan, Thanks for your reply. I did puzzle a bit as to how it was going to control TWO different zones independently.
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    Installing a NEST GEN 3

    Hello again, Ive just found a wiring diagram for the HORSTMANN H37XL Programmer, will this equate directly across to the NEST Gen 3 heatlink wiring?? Thanks Alex
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    Installing a NEST GEN 3

    Hello Folks, Im after some advice from some of you knowledgeable heating engineers. I own a holiday home and its heated via an OIl Fired Grant Boiler. The heating is split into TWO ZONES for upstairs and downstairs and also HOT Water. This is done through a HORSTMANN Channel...
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    NEST Gen 3 Install

    Hello Everyone, Just to inform you guys I finally got round to buying NEST Gen 3 and today I managed to get it fitted and working (thats the PLUS bit!!) I fitted the Heatlink on the side of the cross beams in the loft approx. 2 feet from the boiler. I fitted two...
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