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Jun 21, 2021

Rockingit

Why do I have two PIRs wired differently ?

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Paul N

Replacing T8 Tube on Kitchen light

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Avo Mk8

Remove a socket from top of kitchen cabinet

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Testing MOS-FET with Multimeter.

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Dimmer switches not turning off- sometimes

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dhnp88

install new light in middle of roof, what if cable too short?

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2 gang 1 way light switch wiring when adding a separate light

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Best path for Reno under counter lights

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Does this fuse board and service head meet current regulations?

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Spotlights randomly go to max and dimmer switch stopped working??

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Apr 27, 2025

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If I start a saw in one room (15amp circular saw) the lights in that same room brighten but throughout the entire house the power dims.

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waterproof outdoor garden lights

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