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  1. Calebp43

    What earthing system have we got here?

    Went to a house to extend a circuit and upon doing the minor works I couldn't figure the earthing system. There was no DNO cutout and L and N came from overhead powerlines. I followed the main earth cable down and it went half a foot below the consumer unit to a connector block with 3 small...
  2. K

    UK Unable to remove front cover

    What would you guys code this. Unable to remove front cover on consumer unit, due to cables passing through the side of the cover.
  3. S

    Unable to part set when leaving property, but can if staying home.

    My Veritas R8 Excel panel recently developed a power fault and I have replaced the entire unit and reprogrammed it. I can part set the alarm when going to bed and unset in the morning. When I wanted to go out and the exit door was open I could not part set the panel. The keypad did nothing and...
  4. W

    Unable To Reset GFCI

    Upfront disclosure, I am a DIY homeowner with basic knowledge of electrical safety. Here is my issue: Type GFCI Outlet- Eaton TR Installed mid to late 2020 Corresponding Breaker in Main Panel- Square D 20 Amp in number 20 position The main breaker is designated as Bath GFCI and I know for a fact...
  5. B

    Unable to run cables at a sufficient depth outside

    I’ve installed electric gates at a property. One of the issues I’ve had is I was unable to bury the cables at a sufficient depth as this would have weakened the driveway. So, I laid an earthed SWA cable around the edge of the driveway and encased it in 5cm of concreate, marker tape over that...
  6. Micktw68

    Unable to “un” respond to a thread. One for @dan.

    Was going to respond to a thread, decided not to, but unable to delete or remove the reply text box. What am I missing? deleted cookies etc.
  7. C

    Additional fused spur

    As a rank amateur at electrics I had hoped to have an electrician complete the mains connection to my low voltage garden lighting. Owing to the lockdown this isn’t possible so I’m going to have a go. Question - I already have a fused spur, fed from a double socket, to feed an outdoor garden...
    • Caldy999
    • Thread
    • additional current electrician electrics finish fused fused spur garden going spur unable wiring
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  8. A

    Unable to locate water meter/stopcock

    Hello all, just want your opinion on something. I'm currently testing retail stores and I cannot locate the water meter/stopcock. There is a 10mn earth that goes into the ceiling from MET. I have went round with my R2 lead and am getting 0.03-0.04 in kitchen, toilet etc. Like I said no sign of...
  9. Q

    Insulation resistance with vulnerable equipment unable to be removed

    Good evening Was wondering when testing for.insulation resistance and there is vulnerable equipment in circuit but unable to disconnect, I understand that you combine the line and neutral conductors and test to earth. I am just wondering if it's ok and safe to do this at 500v as there is no...
  10. A

    Unable to use timer with LED lamp (possible to bypass switch?)

    Hi, I’ll start off by saying I’m not qualified but have done some electrical work before and do the odd bit of DIY where I can. I have an LED lamp that I would like to use with a plug in timer and it turns off fine. The problem is when it turns back on power goes to the built in switch (see...
  11. A

    Unable to separate wires on ring circuit

    Hi folks, I'm in the process of adding some more sockets into my "Socket" ring circuit. My plan was to open up the existing socket, cut 1 twin and earth higher up and add a socket there, leave the other twin and earth where it is then do a small ring of 4 sockets, starting at the existing socket...
  12. HappyHippyDad

    Unable to find earth rod when doing EICR

    Evening chaps and SC... I was carrying out an EICR today. I could not find the earth rod anywhere. I could see a 10mm leaving the CU and going down the wall of the porch then it goes at an angle through the wall (towards the outside) and then I cannot see anything else. Following the angle...
  13. telectrix

    Unable to view members profiles.

    if i try to view a member's profile i get this: Electricians Forum | Electricians Jobs | Electrical Advice Forum & Work Finder - Error this has been same now for a week. any staff got a clue?
  14. P

    Unable to confirm Supply characteristics for hospital install

    Hi All, i have just been sent on a job to certificate a new install in a hospital,but i am banging my head against a wall trying to locate the the primary supply characteristics/main switches/main protective bonding, the hospital has no idea where to look and all the existing test certificates...
  15. 7029 dave

    Unable to post

    Mods, help please unable to reply to post's. Dave
  16. R

    Certifying another Sparks work

    Hi, I've been approached by a builder who has requested several of his jobs are certified. He has used another electrician to carry out the work who is unable to certify his own work. I've suggested an EICR report as I'm unable to inspect cable runs in permitted zones along with other...
  17. A

    currently 2 phases in venue unable to upgrade to 3 phases

    Hi looking for some advice I am about to start a commercial job in a rural area the venue is being totally renovated it is a 30 bed hotel which is being extended will have 2 bars large function room a large commercial kitchen and a spectate motel in the future. The venue is only supplied on 2...
  18. F

    Unable to access any (but can see) of the round type screw terminal joint boxes EICR

    Unable to access any(but can see most) of the round type screw terminal joint boxes. Hello, I carried out anEICR last week, and the entire house is filled with SELV recessed downlighting. All of the (78fittings) have been skimmed around/over at some point, and the(dangeling) round type...
  19. T

    Unable to measure Ze

    Hi all. I've done an install and carried out all tests except Ze. The site is a large electronics factory. The install is supplied from a sub board but the board supplies equipment required to be on 24/7. I've heard about contacting the DNO. Any advice would be appreciated. Thomas
  20. T

    Admin - Unable to send private messages

    Hellooo! Just tried to send a PM to a member to thank them for advice and i get this message: Trying to get contenttype class id from invalid contenttype '19' on line 533 in /home/admin4/public_html/vb/types.php #0 /home/admin4/public_html/vb/item/contenttype.php(111)...

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