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Thanks for the feedback, Just for clarification - I need the metal part (steps 1 and 2) to attach to the ceiling so that I can attach the lamp shade to the bulb. However the existing white part on the ceiling is blocking it. I can not remove it as do not know how to replace the wiring so I can...

Hi, I have just been trying to fit in a new bedroom lamp shade and suddenly found loads of blue and brown wirings when I was only expecting one of each. (See photo) As a consequence I am at a loss as to how to do steps 1 and 2 of the assembly instructions.(See photo) All help would be much...

How do I determine what is wrong then? Also DP - can you explain what you mean in layman terms? I'm not sure what you mean. What is the way to check if you are right?

Hi, I have a Range Tribune HE direct 150 litre unvented cylinder that has recently stopped producing hot water. (See photo enclosed) I suspect it is the expansion vessel at fault. My plan is as follows. - check immersion heaters have a current to make sure they are not at fault. - turn off...

Thanks, and how do I ensure a tight fitting?

Hi, I would like to take out some old wooden flooring and install some replacement flooring. The issues I have are 1) how do I go about taking it out 2) how do I get a tight, professional fit. I have enclosed some photos of the chipped flooring and an example of the problem I had with some...

Thanks, managed to oven light out at last with pliers and now ordered a Smeg replacement bulb.

Hi, I have a Smeg sc336x oven and the oven light has gone. I have two problems - 1) I can not loosen the light cover (top left in photo) by turning it anti-clockwise. 2) there is a metal grill I can not find a way to remove. With this in the way I can not take the cover off and get to the...

Cheers, all sorted now. Many thanks for the help

Forgive me if I am a dunderhead - Blue and brown wires for new radiator go in as expected in the same places. CBW - Earth wire from the socket can go and stay where it currently is? Not sure why this is not dangerous regarding the Earth part?

Thanks for the replies - I am a bit of a novice with electrics so I need to ask the following Ericmark - what does swap the flex mean? CBW - are you saying proceed as normal? What do you mean by incoming earth to switch can remain?

Hi, I am currently trying to install a new ......... (blyss wall - mounted panel heater 1500w (195jk) and I noticed that there was no earth cable for the new (heater). Upon checking the manual again I saw that it says 'this product is double insulated and must not be earthed. If there are any...

Thanks SFK - did the trick and now the problem is sorted. Cheers

Recently I have been trying to find somewhere I can purchase a bolt to secure my kitchen sink (like the one shown) for my food rubbish sink. It sounds like a simple task and maybe I am being a dunderhead but I cant find a bolt with a hole in it (for the plug to go in) at B & Q or screwfix or...

Hi, My kitchen tap is about 11 years old and recently I have noticed minor leaks when I use it on full power from the top of it. I think I will probably need to replace the O ring to fix it but I am having difficulty working out how to access it. I have uncovered the little hole but can not...

Recently I replaced my Smeg washing machine with an Indesit washing machine (BIWMIL81284 UK). I have managed to install it successfully but am now struggling to understand how to fit my cabinet door to the washing machine. I have two main problems 1) Contrary to what I expected different...

Today I was using my Smeg washing machine when I heard a funny noise from the drums and then saw smoke. I turned the machine off and had little idea to begin with as to what had gone wrong. I checked various parts and discovered what looks like the drum seal has ripped off inside when I was...

Quick update I figured it was probably the cartridge as I had hot water elsewhere. I took it out, took a photo and sent it off to the manufacturer (Hansgrohe)to confirm the name of the part. Them and di vapor spare parts website said the same part number but di vapor were £25 cheaper...

I managed to get to the cartridge and soak it for about 45mins in white vinegar. I put it back in again and have tested it but there does not seem to be any discernable difference and so the water is still luke warm. I've enclosed a photo of the cartridge in case that helps.

Oldbuffer - I got the cap off, undid the screw in the middle within but could not find a way to take out the cartridge as there is no screw underneath. I've enclosed three photos to better explain what I mean.