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  1. S

    Service Position Relocation

    Hi, we've contacted the leccy regards relocating the service position. They've sent a form back, and I'm stuck on one question. They've asked how many kVA I require. The service supplies three/four flats, so I replied 110 kVA and single phase supply. They replied saying the max you could have...
  2. M

    Shower pull cord position

    Hi all, any advice most appreciated and thanks in advance! Basically an older house with seperate shower (elederly walk in shower with screen) and seperate toilet room. Full rewire to be done and exisiting pull cord position is directly outside shower screen which is 12" ish from ceiling. Its a...
  3. R

    Looking for someone with experience in using PV*SOL software

    Hi there, I have a position available for someone who is experienced in using PV*SOL software. We are looking for one, possibly two people. If you have experience in this field or you know of someone, we are paying over average salary to fill the position. We are based in Leeds. To start...
  4. M

    cooker isolator switch

    can anyone please tell me if a cooker isolator has to be at a minimum hight over a cooker. what it is the custormer wants a new cooker installing and the old switch is over the cooker but at around half a meter above cooker. thanks :coolgleamA:
  5. S

    meter position

    hi all, could i please get some help. Might be a silly question but does the electric meter need to be near the fuse board? or can i mount an isolator by the meter and take a sub main to the fuse board? thanks.
  6. R

    Domestic Installer

    Hey peeps, I have recently completed a Domestic Installers course with OLCI construction and i am soon to complete my 17th edition and i was wondering if anyone could advise me as to where to start looking for a job to start a career in the field? Thanks Richard
  7. M

    Hired by a CO to be part of MCS creditation.

    Hi, I am a new electrician without much experience yet, just got all my certificates this year including PV installation C&G qualification. Now I found this CO that wants to hire me to be their electrician and obviously help the company to get MCS credited as I have all the paper work, etc. I...
  8. Sparky Ninja

    Megger Mft 1730 calculating R1&R2?

    A student of mine had his new toy delivered today (delivery first thing, thank you very much Tester Meter). We've had a play with it and I am surprised to see that it has a method of caculating R1&R2 as what appears to be normal practice. You turn the dial to Zref, make a loop impedance...
  9. D

    UPS and three way bypass switch...

    Don't know if anyone can give some insight on this: UPS and a three way bypass switch:<br>Position 1 - &nbsp;Normal (UPS Power)<br>Position 2 - &nbsp;Bypass &amp; UPS (Mains Power / UPS On)<br>Position 3 - &nbsp;Bypass (Mains Power / UPS Off)<br><br>What could overload the UPS and cause it to...
  10. S

    Location of bell transformer in CU

    Hi folks, replacement high integrity CU going in. Existing CU has bell transformer and customer wants bell transformer in new CU as well. Question is, what is best position in CU? Dont want to eat up the high integrity positions, so ok to provision in an RCD protected position? I know it's not...
  11. gr7

    Generation meter position for multiple inverter installs.

    I have 2x inverter domestic installation and need some advice on the meter position. In order to meter generation from both inverters, and both inverters needing a separate MCB, I need to place the meter before a 2 way CU. Would the correct approach to be take tails directly from a henley block...
  12. 1

    PV Installations???

    How much electrical work is involved in one of these installations? The only reason I ask is because a job has been mentioned in this field and I'd like to find out more about the work involved as an "Installer" Regards 1SC
  13. S

    Cable position with rigid insulation boards- help?

    Hi, I am involved with wiring a conversion. The building is a old stone barn. A timber frame has been built internally. Rigid Kingspan foiled backed insulation will be fitted inside the timber frame wall sections and overlaid with additional rigid insulation and plasterboard. It is been...
  14. S

    DNO service fuse position

    Hi Guys I'm currently working on a listed building for a client, the DNO has put the service fuse directly behind front door at 1500mm and the door bangs it every time it could do with moving at who's cost should it be? The armoured supplying the cable is also literally lashed above the door...
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    Consume Unit position in new builds

    Hi all I have a little problem which I would be very grateful for any advice or assistance. I work for a Developers and we are building 21 new dwellings for a client. The architect has sited the CU's in some interesting positions and I have queried these but he is adamant that they are sited...
  16. G

    suns position

    Does anyone know in degrees the lowest point the sun will be in the winter time? I'm looking at a job with a ridge of trees and need to make sure it won't be shaded for some parts of the year. Thanks to anyone that helps.
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    Range Oven Isolator Position Deemed Code 1 on a PIR ???

    Have been asked to provide an honest opinion on this one. A Range oven has a 45 amp double pole isolation switch fitted into the wall behind it. Access is via a storage cupboard which is a built in part of the range with an open back. So, you open the door, reach in side, and turn it off. Ok so...
  18. J

    Trainee position???

    My name is Jack, I am 22 and currently seeking employment in the electrical industry. I am studying an electricians course with Train 4 Trade Skills which will give me an NQV Level 3. I would like to know if there is anyone who would be willing to take me on or if anyone has any ideas which...
  19. A

    Socket choice and position for wood panelling

    Hello everyone, First post on here. There is wood panelling running all the way around the main room of this flat. [See pictures] 1. What height would you install sockets at? 2. Would you use surface mounted or fit them flush? PICTURE WITH MEASUREMENTS: LONGSHOT OF SECTION: Thanks in...
  20. L

    moving CU position - advice please

    Hi everyone. Would just like some advice before I ring the NIC. Got a customer who has come up with a hair brained idea and Im wondering the best course of action. He lives in the sticks with no earth provided by supply auth, no rod either, overhead supply. he has added and tinkered, there are...

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