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    Adding a Radiator - where to tap from

    Aye will do, proper job as you say. Thanks
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    Adding a Radiator - where to tap from

    Hello Im adding a new Radiator, and need some advice please: Is it better to tap from the 22mm main pipes down to 10mm or can I simply tap from another radiators 10mm pipes Thanks
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    2D lighting question

    I have a 2D 4 pin light fitting. When I originally purchased the light it was fitted with a 28W 4 pin lamp. The lamp has blown and I want to replace it with a 38w 4 pin lamp. My question is will there be a problem fitting the 38w lamp considering the original was 28w.
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    Zanussi Essential WM -Iv tried everything!

    My Zanussi essential washing machine will not turn the drum or allow water intake. Iv changed the motor brushes - but still the same. It will drain fine if you fill it manually with water but wont spin even if left for over 1 hour on the spin setting the drum will not kick in and turn. There...
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    Washing machine wont turn drum - Its Not the brushes

    My Zanussi essential washing machine starts like its meaning to work properly then just keeps making the same noise and nothing happens, the drum doesn't turn and water is not pumped in. Iv checked the Brushes and there ok about 15mm of play on them and make good contact. What else could it be...
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    Washing Machine starts then does nothing - Zanussi essential

    Great, thats an easy fix then, thanks a million. Whats the best stockist with quality spares?
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    Washing Machine starts then does nothing - Zanussi essential

    My Zanussi essential washing machine starts like its meaning to work properly then just keeps making the same noise and nothing happens, the drum doesn turn and water is not pumped in. Help Im down to my last pair of socks ! Thanks
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    3 Way Diverter Valve 248061 - Fitting Advice

    Thanks The new valve comes with new washers fitted but I was a bit unsure about the need for PTFE so thanks for the heads up. I will use silicone grease unless you tell me otherwise. Wish me luck Cheers
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    3 Way Diverter Valve 248061 - Fitting Advice

    Hi Im fitting a new Diverter Valve to my Baxi 105e. I would appreciate any advice on installation, i.e. pelanty of PTFE on threads , approx fititng time, things to worry about etc. It looks fairly straight forward but I say that on every job :( Cheers
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    Baxi 105e Diverter Manifold Grub Screw - water leaking

    Do you think its most likely the diaphram again then or a different worn seal. P.S if i take the whole thing apart will i need to drain the system off before doing so or will shutting off the valves be enought Cheers for the advice.
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    Baxi 105e Diverter Manifold Grub Screw - water leaking

    Hi I have a Baxi 105e (pile of pap) boiler. Water is leaking from one of the grub screws that connect the diverter manifold to the Pressure differential valve. Its only dripping but if I increase the pressure by adding water to the system then the dripping increases, Im having to top the...
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    silicone grease (diaphragm)

    Cheers, just bought some, Amazon sell everything!
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    silicone grease (diaphragm)

    Iv got a Baxi 105e or as I call it the cash machine Im fitting a new diaphragm (again) I think I need to put "silicone grease" on the pin that goes through it when the hot water is ran to prevent it from failing again. could anyone let me know if this is correct and if silicone grease...
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    Which plastic pipe???

    At the weekend Im stripping out some old lead pipe and replacing it with plastic pipe, there are a few bends that Im concerned about (75 deg ish) and was going to use a speedfit cold forming bend...right? I dont want to have to use elbows if I can help it so.... which plastic pipe is best...
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    Fire Escape Stairs , electrical equipment underneeth

    thanks I will keep searching for an applicable reg. The reason I ask is that I was at the job in question the other day and x2 Compressor units have been placed under the stairs serving AC to the first flooor. I quoted for the job initially but didnt get the work some other bozo installed it and...
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    Fire Escape Stairs , electrical equipment underneeth

    Quick Question: Picture a new (tin shed) warehouse, with office space on a 1st floor mezanine. There is a fire escape door with stairs at the rear (outside), from the first floor mezzanine to the ground. Can electrical equipment such as an AC compressor be placed directly under the fire...
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    Drilling and Notching Joists

    I'm converting my garage, The roof is flat supported by joists. I'm putting in celotex between the joists whilst leaving a 50mm air gap. Im venting from one side only as the building inspector said not to bother venting at the abutment just drill through the joists to provide cross venting 8)...
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    DPM Penetration

    Thank god! I have already drilled it then panicked as building control are coming next week
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    DPM Penetration

    The attached pic is part of my drawing for a Stud wall (garage conversion) As you can see the DMP is placed on the concrete slab and placed under the 3 stud footing then lapped under the sole plate of the stud wall. To fix the footing to the concrete slab I was going to drill straight through...
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