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  1. dez0178

    What is SSE like to work for, meter fitter?

    Was wondering if anyone knows anyone working for SSE in the Newcastle area or else where. Is it okay as an employer are do they expect the earth from you, with regards to high targets for fitting smart meters? Cheers.
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    FCU from ring

    Hi, Is this correct? You should put the FCU into the ring main, (so extend the ring in other words) or is it still okay to take a spur from a socket in the ring to the FCU, and then feed something else? Get my meaning? I was always told to put the FCU into the ring and then spur from that. What...
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    Dual cooker connection unit?

    Hi all, Does any one know where I can get a dual cooker connection unit, rated 45 amps, locally. I live in south shields. I have seen them online to order, but does any big stores sell them? Any info welcome. Cheers.
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    danfoss 103E5 control unit for central heating problem.

    Hi, My control unit is operating. The time is displaying and you can use the various functions but the problem is there is no red light illuminating and will not come on. Even the 1hr+ option isn't kicking in. The heating has been used since approx. early april. Hot water fine and so is boiler...
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    • central central heating control danfoss heating normally option problem tried unit
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Central Heating Systems
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    Comment on posts?

    How do you get to comment on posts, can't find anyway to comment on someones question?
  6. dez0178

    Flourescent lighting

    Hi, Is there any way of testing the choke, capacitor, on a fluorescent light to see which is at fault, thankyou.
  7. dez0178

    Help for Submain needed please.

    Hi, I am planning to install a 2 WAY CU in my garage that will feed 1 lighting point and 1 double socket. I am planning to feed the CU 2 in the garage from my CU in the house, from a B20 MCB using SWA 2.5mm. I want to know if I can take the SWA form the CU through the external wall and...
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    Where to go from here?

    Hi Everyone, Just finished college and gained my City and Guilds 2330 level three. I am going to do my 17th edition next and get that under my belt. I haven't got my NVQ level 3, but do have some experience in the industry. Could anybody tell me if I require PART P, I have been told I need it...
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    Can anyone explain the best way to fault find on a ring main.

    Hi, Can anyone help please. I am doing an assignment for college level 3. I am trying too understand how to find a fault on a ring main circuit. I have read about splitting the ring, finding which end has the fault test again until the fault is found. But could anyone explain step by step on how...
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    Why carn't I find...?

    Hi can anybody help? Why can I not find in the regs or OSG the correction factor for multi-core cable with an ambient temperture of 25 degrees? I can only find thermosetting or thermoplastic? What is multi-core classed as, I am busy working out a cable calc for my level 3 course with not much...
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    How do you measure an earth electrode using an ELI Tester?

    Hi, I am in my last year of City and guilds c2330 Level 3, busy doing some test papers. Stuck on a question stating show a simple diagram how the resistance of an earth electrode could be measured using an ELI Tester. Never done this before, looked every where for this, What is an ELI tester and...
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    Fused Spur for two new sockets for utility room, taken from ring main.

    Hi, I have one socket in my utility room, this socket is part of the down stairs ring main. I have taken a fused spur from this socket and ran two sockets of it, room is smaller than 12m squared, so 3 sockets is recommended for this size room, is that correct? I have used 2.5mm cable to run the...
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    • fuse fused fused spur main new new sockets ring ring main room socket sockets spur taken utility
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  13. dez0178

    ambient temp/rule of thumb 80%?

    Hello, I am busy studing my Level 3 C&G 2330, can anyone enlighten me on the rule of thumb 80% for ambient Temperature? when does it apply and come into effect. Cheers.
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    learner Lounge.

    Hi, I am in my second year at college studying C & G 2330, I am aware that there is a lot of information on a site called learner Lounge on the Internet. Has anybody subscribed to this site before, is it we'll worth it? I have looked into it and to subscribe it's around £44.00, so I'd thought I...
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    • aus electricians' talk learner lounge
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Australia
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    Question about Kewtech KT35.

    Hi, the Kewtech KT35 for Insulation resistance/Continuity Testing. I am considering buying one of these of a guy I know, it is used not new, but he says it complies with 16th edition wiring Regs, will this still be ok for 17th edition and if not why, has the testing methods changed since 16th...
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    Please advise on these Testers.

    Hello, I have been looking to buy a cheap second hand Continuity and Insulation Resistance Tester, so I can practice testing lighting and Ring main circuits. I know someone who has a kewtech KT35, and a Robin K3131DL for sale, but to be honest I don't know which is the best option, the Kewtech...
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    Wanted Robin continuity/I R or MFT

    Hi, I am looking to buy a Robin MFT or Continuity/ Insulation Resistance Tester, if the price is reasonable let me know, I will also pay for the postage if the price is ok. Cheers. Derry0178.
  18. dez0178

    Chasing out?

    Hi, I am currently half way through my second Year at college studding C & G 2330. I am trying to get into the trade via Electricians mate, but no luck yet in doing so. I would like to know when chasing out a channel for either ring or lighting cable, should you remove the plaster until down to...
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    • aus chasing electricians' talk out
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: Australia
  19. dez0178

    Solar panel Installation/AVC Group

    I have just been offered employment with a company (AVC Group) for a position of Solar Panel Engineer/Installer. First of all, does anybody know what's it like to work for this company and what's involved with the installation itself. I know the Panels are secured to roof, but by what means...
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    Please give me some guidance.

    Hi, My Name is Derry, I am form South Shields, Tyne and Wear. I have completed the first year of City & Guilds 2330. Staring the second year this September. When would you recommend doing courses such as Part P, 17th Regs, etc. Also whats the best route to take. e.g. Becoming a Electricians...

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