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  1. R

    Possible to tell which Murray replacement to get without removing the breakers (w/pics)?

    I need to replace two AFCI breakers on our main circuit panel. I have replaced and added breakers to our sub-panel several years ago. When I did so, it was convenient to leave that panel unpowered for more than a few minutes, so I was able to take an existing Murray breaker with me to ensure...
  2. Dave Babb

    Converting 2 way switch to 1 way light switch, but removing the master switch.

    Hi, I am looking to convert a 2 way light into just control by single switch. I have searched and looked for similar questions here, and found a perfect similar thread, even down to the reason for wanting to remove the switch due to using smart switches and automations. The thread is here...
  3. B

    Removing redundant lighting cable

    Hi all, I have a light in the under stairs cupboard which is controlled by a switch in the hall. The under stairs cupboard is being taken out soon, meaning the light will be redundant so obviously I would like to make safe and remove it. There is no loop in/out at the light fitting...
  4. S

    Need advice removing flickering from AC LED spotlight, if it only has one sine wave available.

    Good afternoon! I've recently wired a lighting system, where one light switch (a motion sensor) turns on two lights, but another motion sensor switch turns on just one. Here is my wiring schematic: (In the schematic, the transformer connects to a 12V LED and the spotlight runs on 230V mains.)...
  5. S

    Removing and killing a light switch.

    Hi all, I'm wanting a light switch removed and making dead so the plasterer can fill in and plaster over. Is this a simple DIY job? If not what would be a reasonable price for this to be done by a professional? Thanks
  6. Z

    Removing half of a dual switch

    I have a small walkway with a dual switch (upper and lower) at one end. I added a wireless switch at each end. The upper switch controls an outside light. The lower switch controls the light with the wireless switches and needs to remain "on". I'd like to eliminate the dual switch and put in a...
  7. S

    Removing someone else's isolation

    Hi all, After some help here. My boss at the company I work for is adamant that I must remove my electrical isolation, even though I don't deem the work to be safe or complete. Long and short of it is, if I don't remove it myself, then someone else will. Is this legal? Many thanks
  8. A

    Looking for a hammer drill for tile removing task

    We are planning to do some home renovation, basically want to upgrade kitchen. So, removing the tile is the first task. Therefore, we need a hammer drill. Yes, I love Dewalt as brand. But I want to be certain about couple of things before buying one as I don’t want to drop big bucks and later...
  9. J

    Removing old wired stat for new hive system

    Hi Firstly if it wasn’t for this forum I would not have been to able to wire my hive controller so quickly so thank you ! Still sort of on topic of my hive I need to disconnect my old wired stat. I believe two of the wires will need connecting together to complete the circuit. Could anyone...
  10. A

    Just removing the sheath on a ring main cable in a 3 terminal junction box.

    Over the years as a DIY-er I've used the old brown 30A circular junction boxes to add spurs to ring mains. I like them as they are strong, secure and visible. I've ALWAYS followed the rules on domestic electricity . Until earlier this year I've been able to check with a cousin who's a...
  11. F

    Removing pull cord switch.

    Pull cord switch is no longer used in bathroom, lighting switched on/off by external (to bathroom) fused switch. Would like to remove pull cord switch, can the cable be removed and the previously switched terminals be linked together in the junction box? Thank you
  12. J

    LED Hooking up 12v LED strips and removing 120v transformer

    Hi all, I converting a van to a camper and wanted lights for underneath the kitchen cabinet. I purchased this led light strip for Home Depot (https://www.homedepot.com/p/Commerc...-RGB-LED-Strip-Light-Kit-DT8800-16F/312590609). The first one I bought with USB connection just wasn't bright...
  13. B

    Removing a relay

    I'm trying to learn more about relays. Can someone link to a resource that describes how they work? I mean like a wiring diagram of 1L1 3L2 5L3 2T1 4T2 6T3... Here is a LC1K09 that is connected to a lighting circuit. What are the alternative ways to remove/disconnect it and instead have the...
  14. T

    Does removing a socket lower breaker amperage?

    I tried removing a socket. I turned off the power, I snipped the wires off, covered with electrical tape, put those plastic twist nobs on the end each wire individually. Then tucked it all into the "socket hole. I have a plastic cover with no holes i'll be screwing over to cover the whole job...
  15. B

    Old 3 phase Lucy Oxford main cut out- removing fuses

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    Using a consumer unit after removing total control meter

    I have 2 consumer units, one normal and one for t control, I no longer have storage heaters so want to get the meter removed, can I then use the consumer unit to supply the sockets that were originaly used for storage heating, my immersion heater is also connected to this consumer unit so that...
  17. A

    USA Removing an outlet from a switch (light connected) with unfamiliar wiring.

    Hello, I'm knew to electrical work but I feel comfortable doing some beginner, easy work. There's actually 2 bathrooms in our house that have the outlets and lights controlled by one switch. I can only speak to one bathroom setup so far. Bathroom1: One switch that controls the light and one...
  18. J

    removing a light switch, making it always live (UK)

    I've replaced a light with a low energy LED bulb which is controlled wirelessly, and now want to remove the old switch so that it is always on, and I can then control it with the wireless switch. Can I just remove the switch and connect the L1 and common wires together? It's an old 1-way 1-gang...
  19. O

    Removing cable from pushfit lampholder

    Hi all, Pics below I need to get the wire out of a push fit holder to thread the cable out of base (can't go the other way as there's a switch which can't be removed) Worse case I'll cut the cable but would be good if I can re-use the sockets as I need several. Cable is stranded so can't just...
  20. M

    need help removing wattage limiter on the fan

    Hello All, Working on fixing the issue with the flashing light on the fan, but having trouble understanding how to connect wires after removing the wattage limiter. I can see that grey should be connected to grey, but not sure how to connect all the other wires after I remove the wattage...

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