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  1. Dartlec

    Crappy new LAP terminals

    Small job including light in a shed so I picked up a LAP LED oval bulkhead which I've used before as cheap and slightly cheerful. Only to discover that in their never ending journey to 'improve' their products they've 'upgraded' the terminals to these nasty things. Not only would flex not...
  2. m3770man

    This is the mess we got stuck with when we moved into our apartment.

    I want to put a new light up, but can't tell which wires go to the switch and which ones I even need for the new light, let alone which ones were originally what color.
  3. littlespark

    New ads to have a laugh at

    Gone are the “this device to save to save electricity is taking the uk by storm!” clickbait has now been replaced with a fuel save idea. Basically run your car on sugar free cola cola! Will it go faster with full fat?
  4. V

    New consumer unit - Necessary to replace existing grey tails ?

    Hi, I'm getting conflicting stories about this, I wonder if someone could put this to bed once and for all. I'm replacing a consumer unit in the next few days, and it currently has the common grey tails going from the isolator to the existing consumer unit, one is ,marked "L" then other marked...
  5. S

    Bane of my life new wall lights

    I posted last week regarding a lighting cable being too short in the wall to reach my new light fittings.this is still annoying me lol, I will try and elaborate further , my dad was a retired electrician he passed away just under 3 yrs ago , when he fitted these wall lights it was before the new...
  6. S

    Straight swap of electrical rose for new bathroom light. Light now stays on constantly. Why?

    Before: After: Hey guys I’m new here and really scratching my head on this. Bought a new light and had to change the ceiling rose to accommodate. Took a pic of the old rose, made sure to follow the connections in the picture in the new terminal block, and now the light stays on constantly...
  7. Carolina

    Hello everyone, new member here.

    Hello everyone, I must admit I'm kind of terrible when it comes to introductions so here goes whatever I can put together. Name's there, just like the state, well two states in fact. I just signed up for an electrician course that hopefully will allow me to operate in both domestic and...
  8. littlespark

    What’s new in 18th amd 2

    I’ve had a read through and saw some notable new items. All new consumer units to be asbestos lined. New special locations in sect 7 include “any room containing a dog” All green and yellow sleeving to replaced by yellow and green. This is mandatory across all installations of any age. Along...
  9. A

    Hello all. I'm new here

    Hello all. I'm new here and looking forward to learn here as a DIY and I'm sure I will.
  10. A

    41 and considering new DEI course alongside job

    I'm 41 and looking at a new 'DEI' course, partially funded by my current employer. Not currently thinking of making the leap to a full time spark but would like to build knowledge and earn a bit on the side of my current job and create a safety net incase of redundancy (my field is not the most...
  11. W

    Amendment 2 13 new changes!

    good video from Pen explaining the new amendments including AFDD,s
  12. Dave OCD

    BS7671 Model Forms - new Amd 2 versions.

    I just had a look on the IET 'Model forms' site and looked in particular at the new EICR including Amendment 2 - looks like it was only added today ? Well guess what - it's more long-winded than ever with the test results schedule now spread over two pages. Don't get me wrong I'm all for doing...
  13. DMSecurity

    Testing a new Switched CCU

    Hi all, My first post here. I am a level 3 student, confident and competent. I have a job this afternoon that they have requested a minor works certificate for. I am only replacing an existing FCU for a switched FCU. I know all test procedures correctly and I have a brand new kewtech...
  14. R

    Where to start with new business?

    Hi So basically I went self employed at the end of January and I am currently subbying back to my old boss. I'm not originally from where I live (Stamford, Lincolnshire) so dont have a big network of family or friends. My problem is how do I generate my own work. So far I've only picked up one...
  15. Sparkylock

    New Recruit to this forum

    Hi all, i just signed up to this forum so looged in to say hello. I`m a Qualified Electrician 30+ years experience. Always browsing this site and seen some interesting questions so now thought i would join in and hopefully get questions answered aswell as helping others.
  16. Teyari33

    hello guys, new here

    Just wanted to say hi to everyone and hope we can all share information and help each other out ;)))
  17. V

    Adding new Honeywell IS312 PIR to Galaxy 20 Panel

    Hi All - Does anyone know if I can add a PIR to an existing zone that has one PIR on it. If so with the pir wired as in the picture where do I attach the wires on the panel ideally I want to use zone 3 or 4. I'm not sure if the original wiring is using same colours as I have for PIR. Many thanks
  18. D

    New Transformer Humming Noise on Smart Doorbell 24 volt AC - How to fix this UK

    Hello All, Incase this reaches other non UK residents to confirm this doorbell has been fitted in England it regard to electricity distribution feeding the circuit This is the first I've posted and I'm certain many on here will have a good explanation and remedy for this problem. I've made...
  19. A

    Hi all, new member from Stratford-upon-Avon

    Great to be a part of this community. Experienced DIYer but usually prefer to get in a Pro for the electrics!
  20. K

    New kitchen, cookers different place.

    Hi, Before I start any changes that I make will be thoroughly checked over by a professional electrician for official sign-off. I am doing it as I am a capable DIYer and want to save costs while enjoying the fruits of my labour. Having said that I am installing a new kitchen where the existing...
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