Recent content by DonnyO

Light bulbs only last a few hours before they blow. Applies to all fittings on the lighting circuit, both standard 240v and low voltage. Checked all the obvious items like correct voltage and damaged fittings. Property was built in 1930s and cabling is pvc with fuses rather than circuit...

Thanks for the advice so far. Yes there is loft insullation in the ceiling cavity but is not around the transformer plus there is an air flow across transformer so don't think its getting too hot. I've tried two manufacturers SI Lite model T60 and Lytlec model LEB 60D. Have to say I'm...

More info. Its a standard 240 mains to 12 v transformer running 12v 35w halogen lights. Normal loop-in wiring arrangement. The problem position is in the middle of the run. By blowing transformers I mean they just fail. There is no sign/smell of them burning out at all. Hope this extra...

Help please.... I have 8 low voltage lights set into in my kitchen ceiling. All worked fine for 12 months but now one particular position keeps 'blowing' transformers. They last for a couple of weeks then fail. The problem is on one light only. Wiring is the same for all. The transformers are...

Any ideas please? I have a Ignis under counter integrated fridge that is not chilling adequately. It was not cooling at all so I changed the thermostat. This improved things and ice now forms at the back but still even on max, only chills to 10 degC. I can hear the compressor running and...

Thanks Bryan, thats sounds logical. I'll convert the feeds to 22mm. Fingers crossed.

Thanks for reply but yes it does have own cold supply & the feed is at opposite end of tank to ball valve. Guess the baffle could be missing. Haven't checked.

No none fitted.

Can someone help me here please. I get major problems with air in my power shower system interrupting the hot water supply. The pump also 'surges' i.e. switches on & off without the shower being run. The problem is worse when the shower hasn't been used for a few days, the air seems to build...