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  1. K

    Corridor 2way switching

    Morning everybody, Im new to the forum so please be aware if I don't post in the correct protocol. What I would like to know is can you use two PIR detectors at either end of a corridor as per a 2way switching set up as is now the case ?
  2. R

    oven and hub switch optional?

    Hello there. I recently had a new kitchen installed. There is a large switch that lights up when switched on above the oven and hob. I thought this switch had to be on for the oven or hob to work. However the oven and hob work if this switch is off or on, it seems to make no difference at all...
    • ronoc
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    • another electric oven possibly switch switching within
    • Replies: 51
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  3. B

    Intermediate switching.

    I know I should be able to work this one out but my head is hurting ... Currently there's a two-way switch in operation at each end of a hall. Customer wants to be able to switch from upstairs as well, but cable run-wise it's much easier to run to upstairs from the switch which is currently...
  4. Z

    Switching 12v relay from 2 places

    Hi wiring a pool. In zone 1 we have wired cat6 to switches, 230v to light positions (class II, IP65 fittings), back to control panel outside zones where I am putting in a 230 - 12v transformer, Relay with 12v coil & 230v terminals, 12v switch switches relay, 230v lights come on. So far so...
  5. L

    Switching another plug socket on in the next room makes TV screen jump.

    My husband switched on his stereo in the next room and the TV screen went blank for a few seconds then returned to the channel it was on.The plug sockets for the TV and Stereo on on the same side of the wall of each room with just the wall dividing them about 3 foot apart.Would I need to get an...
    • liz9
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    • another makes plug room screen socket switch switching
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  6. M

    Manual switching of mcbs

    I am in the middle of a series of eicr for a car dealership there's about 9 branches to do in one of the branches they turn off the lights in the workshops every day with the mcbs as there are no light switches now for one thing the markings on the mcbs have worn off so I'm unable to verify...
  7. M

    Intermediate switching

    I have recently wired a light with intermediate switching. when I turn on the light at one switch its fine, but when I operate the next switch it goes off! Then if I go and operate the next switch it comes on! But then if I go back to the first switch and operate that one the light goes off...
    • mark ju
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    • first intermediate light operate switch switching
    • Replies: 71
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. J

    100mAmp Switching Relay

    Hi, does anybody on here have any recommendations for a relay that will switch (energise) @ 100mA 24 Volts, only need 1 x N/O contact for this Thanks
  9. H

    4 pole rotary switch

    hi all i am new member and need help.I have to connect 4 plugs to one rotary switch so that one plug can be active at a time and three remain disconnected and when rotary switch moved to position 2 second plug became active and other three inactive.Please advise whether i need 4pole 4postion...
  10. G

    Remove Switching Unit to turn on/off Heating System - Question

    Hi , I have heating system with 3 zones , Up , Down and HW. A Horstmann H37XL takes care of the scheduling of the 3 Zones. The relays in the Horstmann are 240v 10A if memory serves me correct. From initial investigation , it appears that it works as follows: Horstmann Programmer turns on...
    • gripsiden
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    • heating question remove switch switching system unit
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Central Heating Systems
  11. S

    Lighting circuits and the switching?!

    I'm learning the trade and I'm curious to how general switching to pendants operate and what's the principles and theoretical views post diagrams too if you could :)
    • StePugh
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    • circuit circuits lighting switch switching
    • Replies: 65
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  12. W

    Do I need to replace my digitrac dimmer when switching from Halogens to LEDs?

    Hi I am working through my house, replacing 100 x 12V 50W MR16 halogens with 240V GU10 Megaman dimmable LEDs (previous owner installed the halogens - obviously not aware of electricity prices!). I was told I needed to buy a special LED dimmer so I got the Aurora AU-DSP400X. The existing...
    • willidh
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    • dimmer halogen halogens led leds replace switch switching when
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  13. P

    Functional Switching

    Guys Need advice on warehouse lighting functional switching. We are utilising 4pole 25A lighting busbar using 2 phase, neutral, and unswitched live for emergencies. My question is I'm after some advice on lockable functional switching for maitenance. We have 53 rows of busbars and I'd rather...
    • Peter Jacobs
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    • control functional lighting switch switching
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  14. D

    remote switching

    Hi all, customer would like to be able to operate the existing exterior lights x2 lanterns, on his detached garage from his kitchen. Distance from house to garage is approximately 10 metres. Anyone recommend a reliable wireless/remote option?
  15. I

    2way to 3way switching in extension

    I have recently changed the consumer unit on a clients house. I even carried out insulation resistance testing on the existing circuit prior to installation to prevent any problems later. All was well until the light in the stairwell was switched on and it tripped both RCD's! two circuits...
    • iwire4
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    • 2way 3way existing extension light lighting switch switching
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. S

    Failing a cable then switching circuit off?

    Hi Guys, recently passed my 2391 and testing power cables on the motorways and A Roads. Came across this scenario last week. 3 core SWA cable has had Cpc cut and only line and neutral terminated, but cable is glanded and connected to the MET at both ends and I am getting a r1 r2 continuity...
  17. M

    downlight switching??

    hi peeps, im installing 12 downlights in a kitchen, im ok with the wiring of the down lights, but im having trouble working out how to wire from the downlight to the switch!! im running 2circuits, do i need 3core+cpc or 4core please help somone!!
    • markbaldwin
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    • common downlight first switch switched switching though
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum

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