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  1. M

    How to connect fridge compressor to AC wall outlet

    Hi guys, I am looking to convert my old fridge compressor to a vacuum pump. I have removed the fridge compressor which has an inverter attached. I want to connect the compressor to an AC wall adapter using my fridge's old AC wall outlet plug. However, there are two sets of electrical wires...
  2. M

    Gas meter in cupboard and electric outlet proximity

    Hello, I just hired an electrician to check and move an electric outlet to go under the TV in a cupboard adjacent to a gas meter, they did do it (attached pic). I was assured it was legal and safe (now not entirely convinced because of what I read about 1.5m rule). So if anyone could advice...
  3. J

    NEMA 6-50 to 6-20 outlet question

    Hi All, I am new to the group and just a DIYer hoping to get some advice. My garage has been wired for my air compressor and the outlet is what appears to be a NEMA 6-20. It is wired to my panel with two 15 amp fuses and is marked 220v by the electrician that wired it years ago. I just...
  4. C

    Installing outlet in hardwood floor VS recessed in brick???

    Hello! I need to install 2 new outlets in my living room — an 1887 brick home that we are gradually remodeling. I don't want to do any surface mounted boxes b/c of the historic aesthetic. So I see my options as: Floor outlets recessed into the hardwood floors, or Wall outlets recessed/chiseled...
  5. P

    Installing Outdoor Hanging Light Fixture - Recessed Outlet Box

    Hello all, I am trying to install three new light fixtures (hanging lantern type) that will hang from the ceiling of an outdoor covered porch. The fixtures come with a cross bar that has preinstalled mounting screws with the threads pointing downwards. These threads are intended to go...
  6. A

    Help converting 3 prong dryer outlet to 4 prong. Which Outlet Box?

    I recently purchased a used clothes dryer, it came with 4 prong cord. Rather than change the cord, I figured it would be better to upgrade the outlet from 3 prong socket, since the existing wiring includes all 4 wires. Bought new outlet, and was dismayed to discover that the width of plastic...
  7. W

    Adding of socket outlet

    Hi guys, times just out so still finding my feet a bit! Friend is wanting a socket installed behind her tv. Plasterboard wall..sockets on that wall but no underneath tv. Is the best method if spurring off one of they sockets, cut a hole in the wall to drill though joist?? Then patch hole in...
  8. D

    Is a cooker outlet plate a requirement?

    Quick query, When installing a kitchen, is a cooker outlet plate a requirement (recommendation) or could I bring the heat resistant flex from the oven directly into the cooker control unit (45A switch with socket outlet)? D
  9. K

    Remodeling location of dryer 4 prong outlet

    Relocated dryer vent. Old work 4 prong dryer outlet no longer attached to drywall. So I think I need to rewire dryer outlet to new work 4 prong receptacle. Any suggestions as to the location? I thought to attach a horizontal 2x4 under window and another horizontal 2x4 under the dryer vent...
  10. K

    Connection above or below terminal screw plate

    Does a wire attaching to a screw terminal on a standard receptacle outlet go over or under the little brass movable plate, please? Thanks
    • Kitkat
    • Thread
    • below brass connection little outlet plate please screw screwfix standard terminal under wire
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  11. S

    220v vs 240v outlet questions

    220 vs 240 outlet questions I have a question understanding the difference between 220 volt outlets and 240 volt outlets. I saw a video online of someone adding, as the video describes, 220 volt outlets to their shop. He opens the panel, and obviously by means of a double breaker, connects both...
  12. B

    Can an outlet work if the wiring is fried?

    Recently we experienced a breaker failure. The electrician came by, replaced the breaker, and told us that the breaker had received a surge from the outlet of a device that fried the outlet and wiring. He also informed us that the whole wall would have to be removed to redo said wiring. The...
  13. T

    Grounding 2 prong outlet

    I recently purchased a house that had some 2 prong outlets. The second floor, the kitchen, basement all have properly grounded 3 prong outlets according to the inspector. The living and dining room have 2 prong outlets. I opened one of the 2 prong outlets up and was wondering does an entirely...
  14. C

    Electrical outlet off switch

    Hello. So I bought (my first) house two years ago. The basement is not finished and I rarely use it. I bought a freezer for the basement and thought it did not work because, I just discovered it, everytime I turn off the light switch it shuts off the electric outlet too!!! I would like that the...
  15. U

    Plug Microwave Into Electrical Outlet On Kelvinator Range?

    Hello, I have an old Kelvinator range with a regular outlet built into the dial face. I'm unsure of the model or how old it is, but I do see a date written on it from 1996. I am wondering if I can safely plug a Sanyo EM-806TW 1300w microwave into it? A diagram of the Kelvinator's circuitry was...
  16. A

    Looking to install Schuko power outlet in my Spanish home

    Hey guys, I’m new to the forum and mainly here to seek help on something that is probably basic to most. I have been replacing most of the in my home and it was mainly just 2 blue wires for an outlet. Basically I’ve noticed a few hubcaps around my house with wires inside them, but there are...
  17. S

    30 amp RV outlet box

    Hi there, I am trying to run an outlet for my 30 amp RV from my house. I am having a trench dug and I’m going to use 10 gauge direct bury wire. Wondering if it’s possible to use this outlet box? https://www.homedepot.com/p/Midwest-Electric-Products-70-Amp-Power-Outlet-Box-U041CP/202307106
  18. O

    Outdoor Outlet Placement/Install

    Hello, We are making changes to our backyard and needed to move an existing 2 gang outlet. We have existing outlet at the other end of the yard. We are wiring the existing outlet to the 2 gang outlet, but need help on where to mount the 2 gang. As you can see from the attached pictures, we...
  19. N

    Old NEMA 6-20 outlet options

    Hi, new to the forums. I live in a 1920s apartment, and we have an old outlet near our mantle that I believe is a NEMA 6-20 (photo attached). In the past, we used a 240v heater on it (though it cost a ton of money to run). Now, I'd like to either run a 230v window AC unit there, or convert the...
    • NickLA
    • Thread
    • 230v convert nema nema 6-20 old options outlet screwfix standard
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. T

    Running a heavy duty food mixer with adapter

    I need to buy a larger mixer for my small bakery, but I only have standard wall outlets and an oven outlet (pictured); the mixer has a NEMA 6-20 plug. Can I safely run a mixer with the ratings indicated in the attached spec sheet using an adapter to either the normal wall outlet or the oven...

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