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Just been to test off a lighting circuit. r1+r2 fine at 1.01 ohms IR passes at +200 mohms Voltage at loop and switch line when closed is 240V Zs at the live loops OK Zs at switch lines OK But I am getting a voltage across the switch line when the switch is open. There are three lights on...

Could someone please explain why two elements would be linked across each other? Heating element (immersion) Backer BT 15/11 and BT11

Hi all, I have a TV that can only be used by WIFI. Have had something issues with buffering, disconnection and picture/sound synchronisation. I think this could be down to the WiFI speed. Was looking for something to improve this. The speed at router is 105Mbps download and upload 5.75Mbps...

Can a waving ac8014 center be paired with a heatmiser rfv2 thermostat?

My van has been in the garage 4 times recently, after failing to start up after being parked up outside customers houses. Last two occasions RAC have flagged up low fuel pressure at 12 bar. Garage have changed a fuel line and a pressure sensor but the same thing has happened again. I have given...

Been to a job today, asked to install UFH. I needed to get a feed from somewhere, so asked property owner where Fuse board was? The property has a very recently installed CU (jan 2018), but noticed that two socket circuits not covered by RCD and a lighting circuit also not protected. So was...

Hi, I am sure this has been covered numerous times, but do not want to hi-jack other posts. Project: Mounting a TV on wall. Issue: A number of HMDI and RCA leads. Requirement: Method of this looking tidy Question: Is there a splitter, that can reduce the number of cables that run up the...

I have scratched a new laminate floor, by moving an appliance. Looking for a repair without replacing blanks. The laminate is a medium oak, what is the best way to make the repair without replacing the blank? Thanks for any informed input/advice. Probably been asked before, looked in Wiki, could...

I have a reoccurring issue with my chrome browser, this has been happening for about 2 months. I can use Lap Top for about 30 mins, then the error occurs. I have contacted my internet provider and they say all is well there side of things, the router is quite new. I have reset router and...

Before I start investigating further. Been asked to look at this system, as the light work but sounder does not. Anyone come across these and aware of this particular issue. Looks like system dates back to the early 1990s

Anyone aware/know. If there is Hager 30mA RCBO, that can be used as a swap-out for a BS3871 type 2 M3, M106. Ignore this Hager tech, say not!

After many years being on contract, I have decided that the plans are too long and not value for money. So I have purchased new handset and going sim only. Just wondered, which if any? Sim deals are recommended. I have seen freedom pop other 4G coverage at quite a reasonable price. But I no...

As per topic heading. I have a customer that requires a remote controlled outside floodlight, that can be operated from inside their house. The floodlight is to be mounted on a detached garage, about 30m away from the main house. There is electrics in the garage but no easy route to hardwire the...

What device designation would be expected on mains supply service fuse, BS3060 rated at 30A. S1A, S2A or S3A? I am tempted to believe it is S2A but is it?

A little bit of a puzzle that I have never come across previously. Customer has brought to my attention that the hot water on the basin mixer tap, when first turned on dispenses discoloured water. (A browny red) Once run for a short period the water runs clear, then when turned off and back on...

6 way board, RCD main isolator. When all the MCBs are open, one socket only remains energised. When RCD/main iso is opened, this socket then powers down. Not evidence of any connected cable to this socket via any MCBs or load side of RCD. Untitled

Client is wanting her vertical rad in ensuite to be dual connected to CH and have a rad element. The rad is vertical with side tail entry, angled valves and only about 300mm wide. Anyone come across a suitable rad element for this purpose?

As per title. What type of ply should be used when sealing a roof with GRP?

This browser has been hijacked on my PC, not sure how, as I don't use it. Anyway it keeps launching with piles of shyte on it regarding updating drivers, cleaning pc, repairing pc, download video program and much more carp besides that. Clearing cache does not solve it. I have turned the live...

Looking or a good looking method of concealing t&e cable running up to socket outlet. The cable is on a stone wall and the customer was originally going to plaster the wall, but now the floors has been laid and laminated they have decided to not plaster, but to leave the wall exposed. Leaving it...