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If you replace your consumer unit then get a Split Load board whereby there are usually 5MCB's protcted by an RCD (sockets ,shower, cooker etc.)and 5MCB's protected by the main switch (lights, CH etc,...not normally RCD protected in order to prevent nuisance tripping) The RCD (Residual Current...

It should be a seperate supply from the consumer unit and definately not run from the cooker supply! Depending on the distance to the garage I would suggest a minimum of 6mm and preferably wire armoured (relatively cheap these days) I would also bury it if possible ...if not then a catinery...

I have to agree with the above post ...many DIY jobs if not done properly can result in expensive repairs so advice when not too sure of the task is a great help but as far as electricity is concerned there can be NO SHORTCUTS ...if you don't feel capable of or are unsure of the task then get a...

The 2-blacks shoud be connected together as these are neutrals. the black wire with the red casing should be the switchwire (live) The 3-reds should also be connected together as these are loop feeds and should be in their own seperate connector The Green / Yellow are the earths The...