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  1. HappyHippyDad

    What does 'Check CT grid' mean on zappi EVCP install?

    Afternoon all. I've just installed my first Zappi. The customer just wants to plug in the vehicle and is not fussed about WiFi connection. I have checked with Myenergi and the Zappi can run without the need to be connected to the net. However, when I plug the car in it comes up with 'Check CT...
  2. S

    How to install a Smart Switch

    Pictures of my current 1 way switch are below. I live in the UK and the other side of the small black box didn't have any writing on it. Hi, I am very new to all this and wanted to know how to install a smart switch and which wires go where. Would all three of the neutral cables go into the N...
  3. Matt

    Need a place to rewire

    Hi, I am looking to progress with my NVQ but the current job I am working at does not really have anything else apart from H&S so I would need a job which would involve adding some circuits; rewire; and testing. So is there anyone who needs a small job done that would incorporate those things...
  4. C

    How would you fix the install of this 2 gang socket?

    Hi I noticed a 2 gang socket that was broken in half in one of my Landlord's properties that I was getting ready for the next tenants. I bought a new one and wired it and then attempted to screw it to the back box. It was a tight fit and I couldn't get the front of the socket to sit flush with...
  5. Senpai Ruku

    DIY Electrical Install for Shed

    Current setup: there is 4mm Double Insulated armoured cable running from the kitchen to shed's location. In the kitchen this cable is connected to ait's own "cooker" isolator switch, which is then connected to the cooker ring main. This is on a 40A MCB in a dual RCD consumer unit. Unfortunately...
  6. K

    Attic box: 2 white wires and 1 black connecte/2 black wires connected: install recessed lights

    I am installing recessed lighting on a 3 way switch but neither one of the switches has a red wire. Initially I was going to try to hook up the lights to an outlet that the switches control, but it only has 1 black and 1 white wire. So when I went to the attic to try an hook up the recessed...
    • Kevi376
    • Thread
    • attic black box connected install lights recessed screwfix white wires
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  7. Dartlec

    Nuts lighting install

    Lighting installs are always fun when the client buys the light... This one was the latest effort - and the first time I've seen wire nuts provided as terminals in a light fitting. Not a US company either, but German, so suprised they didn't go with Wagos or similar. Also came with some...
  8. aaranda1

    Switch Outlet Install Help

    I’m changing a switch for a switch & outlet combo. Where am I supposed to connect these wires? I want the switch to control the light and the outlet to always have power. I’m new and inexperienced. Thank you.
  9. D

    Cargo trailer solar install and questions

    I'm installing renogy 400w solar kit this weekend on a cargo trailer, and renogy's 700w inverter. I have one 79Ah battery, and will buy 3 more, for 12v parallel. I have 4 circuits of lights I want to put up also, parallel. I am new to electricity, can you please check my diagram to confirm fuse...
  10. J

    Meter pack install and service upgrade

    I have a few questions on a service upgrade project. I am working on a ~100 yr old tri-plex in washington state. The existing panels (3) have "edison" type screw in fuses. Two of the panels are co-located and the third remote panel and meter are at the other end of the building. I plan to...
    • jasowiii
    • Thread
    • install meter service service upgrade upgrade
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: USA
  11. K

    Are further qualifications required to install an EV charger?

    I am a fully qualified electrician with level 3 nvq / 18th edition. Are further qualifications required to install an EV charger?
  12. B

    I want to install a Solar IBoost+ on my Megaflow 300I cylinder, is it possible?

    Hi I want to install a Solar IBoost+ on my Megaflow 300I cylinder, is it possible on this cylinder?
  13. P

    Do I need to install an RCD for a Hypervolt EV charger

    Hi, Am I correct in saying I can install a single pole Type A 30ma RCBO to feed an Hypervolt EV charger? the supply cable is SWA and the Hypervolt has in built 6ma DC RCD protection. The consumer unit is a Lewden board so would ideally like to install a SP RCBO type A, any issues with this? its...
  14. D

    Smart wifi switch install with neutral wire

    Hello all My house is built 2005. I was trying to install ge smart switch which has 4 wire load ground neutral and line. Ge says it’s simple diy install. When I remove my existing switch I am not able to identify the neutral wire which according to ge video is white. How do I find neutral wire...
  15. G

    Is this a legit place to install a DB?

    It just seems like it’s blocking access for maintance. Seems crazy to me to put it there.
  16. Z

    install rosy lights-switch and connect in the box,I have a problem with o

    Hello everyone I hope you all well,, I have a question regarding old method install rosy lights-switch and connect in the box,I have a problem with one fault sort it ,the light doesn’t work,I needed help,I have experi connect in the switch…
  17. G

    Possible to install 32amp socket in residential fuse box?

    I’m looking at renting an office space and I am trying to establish whether I can use my equipment in there. I have a machine that runs on a blue 32amp commando plug. I’ve checked the power requirements for the machine and it’s 25amps with a max consumption of 6000Kw. The office I’m looking at...
  18. vards9

    Washing machine and Tumble dryer in shower room - issue with electrical install

    Hi There, Homeowner here with no electrical knowledge, so go easy on me! We've had our garage converted, and coming to the end of the project. We've had a shower/utility room (2.7m x 1.5m) added as part of the conversion, within which is housed a stacked Tumble Dryer on top of a washing...
  19. W

    RCD for whole install tripping

    Hi, thought I’d ask in here and hopefully someone with more fruit finding experience than me can help. Customer saying Rcd tripping and they believe it was the sockets, as the socket mcb tripped once when it happened. Now I had unplugged everything that I could see, couldn’t see anything else at...
  20. T

    abs and traction control on after 4th brake light install

    I just installed a 4th brake light on my 2014 scion frs wired thru my tail lights. The moment I hit the brakes my abs and traction control lights turn on. I thought of installing 1way diodes to stop reverse flow of curent do you guys think that may work? Or is there something else I should do?

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