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    Measuring transformer voltage

    Is your 'transformer' outputting DC or a non-sinusoidal waveform?
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    could i plug electric oven into socket in garage ?

    NO! Get a Baby Belling or similar mini oven that runs off a 13A plug and a microwave oven.
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    Amprobe Combitest 2019

    I agree. It was last calibrated on 16/1/2006.
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    Amprobe Combitest 2019

    Thanks!
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    Amprobe Combitest 2019

    No, but is it worth calibrating? There's some question about its measurement of Fault Loop Resistance without tripping RCDs having only a resolution of 1 Ohm. These are the specs http://www.cpu.com.tw/kh/i/m_pm/ht-combitest2019.pdf This old page says it meets the 16th Edition...
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    Amprobe Combitest 2019

    I know it's quite old but is it suitable for testing under the 17th edition?
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    Whistling kettle switches off before it boils

    That's called Percusive Maintenance :)
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    junction box

    I was expecting it to say that I've thanked 'Ban all Sheds' :D
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    Why is this still online?

    Don't forget to flag it as harmful!
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    How to wire a TV

    Look at http://www.abaerials.co.uk/ and click on gallery. See how they hide the cables to the tv!
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    Adaptor For Christmas Lights

    It's AC you require. That's what the ~ means.
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    SHort life of G10 and Mains Downlights

    Dichroic refers to the reflector. It's a coating that reflects visable light but lets the infra red (heat) through. This means that the light fitting will get hot.
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    Clap / Voice Activated light switches

    Why not use remote control?
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    Language

    Deep joy! :lol:
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    45 Amp fuse wire for MEM horizontal blade rewireable fuse

    Are you sure your CU can handle fuses of more than 30A?
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    External lights using PIR's

    Have you thought of these? http://www.toolstation.com/shop/Lighting/Exterior+Lighting/Solar+Sensor+Light+With+PIR/d220/sd2663/p35236
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    Pir codes old socket on skirting board

    What about this socket.':shock:' The bottom edge of the socket is below the carpet! I can only use it, with an adapter, to charge my razor.
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    Does anyone know the proper term for....

    The oil is called Hellerine. http://www.rapidonline.com/productinfo.aspx?tier1=Cables+%26+Connectors&tier2=Cables&tier3=Sleeving&tier4=Hellerine+lubricant&moduleno=62477
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    Outside lights without smashing hole in the walls?

    Or fit solar powered PIR lights. http://www.toolstation.com/shop/Lighting/Exterior+Lighting/Solar+Sensor+Light+With+PIR/d220/sd2663/p35236
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    Is this safe....

    Presumably they were fitted to Granada Rentals TVs.
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