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I have located the dripping leak to the Supply Flow Manifold and it seems the part has failed...seen a number reasons why... The question is should I be able to replace it (bought the new part 87161063560 from Plumb Center; stock item so many must be failing). I am a competent diyer having...

Missus has decided on two ovens both have leads for connection without plugs; Oven 1: - Electrical connection rating (W) 3,650 W - Current (A) 16 A Oven/MicroW 2: - Electrical connection rating (W) 3,000W - Current (A) 15A The Hob is on its own dedicated circuit from the consumer...

There is a 4mm feed to the garage from the house main via a 16mcb. In the garage there is a fused switch with 2 fuses. 16A for sockets and 5A for lights. There are two double sockets each wired separately using 2.5mm. I want to add a further double socket. Can I use a 30amp connector from one...

Anyone know where I can get replacement immersion heater cover, mine fell behind the cylinder and cannot retrieve it :oops: Thanks[/list]

Currently the immersion heater in my flat is connected to a fused/switched spur via a 24hr timer switch. The timer switch overheated and melted :shock: and thankfully the RCD did its job. :) Question I have is would it be better to have the timer replaced with a Timed Fused Spur - Fused...

I want to install UPVC cladding on bathroom ceiling across wooden battens. I want to fit downlights so wonder what sort of depth I should allow for the downlighters. I have seen 75mm, has anyone come across any bathroom downlighters with a smaller depth as I want to keep the battens at a minimum...

I am replacing some carbon brushes for a Dyson vacuum and when the motor runs a lot of sparks are visible and they continue if when the motor is running for a while. I believe there is a danger of the thing catching fire. :oops: Anyone know what the cause is. In the meantime I have ordered...

We use the space in the cupboard under the stairs but have to fumble about in the dark. I want fit a light and switch there. The nearest electrical point is a two way switch in the kitchen controlling the kitchen lights. Is it possible to take a feed from this switch as this would mean a hole...

Hello All Would appreciate some advice on how to wire replacement dimmers for 2 way switching. Please see my diagram to see the current wiring. I have a master dimmer and a slave (Varilight Intelligent Touch types) The instructions from Varilight suggest that they wired in series i.e. live...

I have the following layout of lights and am looking good quality dimmers. The press and hold variety would be good. Each LV Downlighter has its own transformer and is dimmable. Please see my diagram. Thanks.

10 year old house plasterboard ceiling movement and skimmed badly by previous owner. :shock: Tried filling and sanding back to flat but once painted still some unsightly filling attempts etc. :x I do not want to renew the whole ceiling and too many spots to part renew. I am thinking about...

I have had the usual issues of the boiler tripping out with numerous resets and then one day a loud noise form the fan (I think) and no more heating or hot water. :( I have replaced the PCB, Thermostat, Heat Sensor, Electrode and the Electrode Lead. I have followed the firing instrcutions in...

Boiler down so I thought as backup I should have an immersion heater...new build house it seems there is a switched outlet near the cylinder but no link to anything. Plumber must have been running late so left without installing :evil: I have bought the appropriate heater element and...

13 year old house ...drylined varierty! Barratts build I think (never again) 1) Most of the ceiling boards have moved over time and previous numpty has tried to cover up line cracks badly. Apart from taking the whole lot down (expensive) can I get them skimmed even though emulsioned? 2) In...

I am replacing a metal back box with a drylining plastic back box - due to relocating the light switch. Wiring is fine all works but where do I wire the Earth (previously wired to metal box) Do I need a new switch :?

I have bought some WE oak flooring (Elka Wood 200mm slotting fit) to lay on the ground floor of a modern house with concrete floor. The floor is level and dry. The instructions suggest glueing or nailing in the case of a wooden sub floor. Questions: 1. Should I glue or lay as a floating...