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    Cable concerns

    Here's my opinion! :D (I) is the cut out (A) is the main meter feeding RCD (H) which then feeds Switch fuse (D) which appears to then feed switch fuse (F) and also whatever that SWA goes off to! Then (I) also feeds off peak meter (B) which feeds the time switch (C) and then an old...
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    Minor Works for installing MEB

    oh that! Why did'nt you just say!!
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    Minor Works for installing MEB

    MEB?
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    RCD Tripping in outbuilding on Lights, please help

    How are the cables fed from unit to the lights? How many switches in circuit? Check the switch pins.
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    pme question (now with pics)

    in theory, but you don't know which parts ARE still live, which is dangerous!
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    pme question (now with pics)

    tawelfryn When you take the cover off to connect the earth cable you have to knock out the plastic in the cut out to gain access to the terminal, not to mention you need an insulated tool for the grub screw. When you are doing that the incoming live cable to your house is pretty much...
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    Security Alarm System - Assistance Required

    especially when it's going dark and starting to rain! :D
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    Security Alarm System - Assistance Required

    RTN - (T) ----------------tamp Hold Off + (D) ----------bell + Hold Off - (A)------------0v Trig (B)-------------------bell – (?) Strb ----------------------strb veritas R8's have negative triggers I think
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    pme question (now with pics)

    no disrespect tawelfryn, but when you say tested, what tests did you carry out?
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    pme question (now with pics)

    It's your responsibility to provide the cable from your MET to the cut out to pick up the connection to existing PME if it is there. If you have managed to rewire your house then providing said cable shouldn't be a problem for you. If you have done that already and the cable is just hanging...
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    Fitting a new plug

    The jokes on caleb though. we all know that women have all those things, just as soon as the divorce comes through.
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    Electric oven

    yeah you would. lots of people drive em. normally white. 8) dave. what make is the oven? how many elements are in circuit when the fault shows? is it possible to disconnect one and check the other? I have seen faulty thermostats, but it's usually the element, and if it's only the cooker...
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    Electric oven

    The element would be more prone to developing faults. You would be better getting someone to test before replacing anything.
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    What is the best way to connect appliances in a kitchen?

    Advantage of using socket outlets as opposed to flex outlets will become apparent if ever the appliance needs to be repaired/replaced.
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    Metal back box: screw fastener lug sheared off

    new box, or you could try a 2" 6 screw and a wall plug.
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    Any 3 Gang, 2 Way light swtches this size?

    He might want his switches to be the wrong way up! You never know. :D
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    Any 3 Gang, 2 Way light swtches this size?

    A fair point, but I think if that's the kind of thing mottsy is interested in that he will be able to source them or similar, from a local wholesaler anyway.
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    Any 3 Gang, 2 Way light swtches this size?

    Are you looking to replace with modern switches? Or something of similar style? http://www.palesinstyle.com.au/electricswitches.htm
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    good books for testing

    http://www.diynot.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=7553&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=15 5Th post Have a look at Inspection and testing guidence note 3 for sure. All the others are usefull though, but a lot to take in within a few weeks.
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