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  1. J

    Indesit tumble dryer IDC8T3B wire has come loose - heater does not work

    Hi ... I've made a silly mistake by not taking pics of wiring before starting a tumble dryer belt change. I hope someone can assist. I changed the drum belt on my Indesit condenser dryer IDC8T3B, but the heater did not come on and I noticed a loose orange wire next to the controller. The drum...
  2. S

    EAL Level 1 + 2 Electrical classroom work please?

    Hi All I'm starting an EAL Level 1 Diploma In Electrical Installation 601/0409/0 course in September and will hopefully be moving onto the Level 2 the year after, and I was wondering if anyone had any pieces of work/powerpoints/good websites they could send me so I can get some studying in...
  3. A

    How do oil immersed starters work

    Went to a job this week where we replaced a slip ring motor. We went back as it was not running upto full speed which we found was due to the oil immersed starter unit that the rotary wires onto. Someone on site pushed what seemed to be some sort of a cog with in the starter unit and this got...
  4. 2

    Best job for portfolio work?

    Hi all. In the process of my Level 3 and desperate to go self employed ASAP. What's the best job type that will give you the broadest range of work to satisfy the portfolio criteria in your expert opinions? Cheers 😁
  5. nitchinwales

    UK Can anyone get split-phase? Who does the work?

    Hello, I've been trying to find some information on split-phase today but not having much luck which brings me here. We're moving house to quite a rural area in Wales. Single phase is only available (c.£50k to get three-phase to the property) and I think we're going to need more power...
  6. C

    Advice on Finding Work - No Experience

    Hi guys, Not sure if this is the right place to ask since it's more of a general question. I'm looking for a bit of advice. I completed my level 2 and 3 a few years ago and I'm now looking to get into electrics full time. The problem I have is I have no on-site experience. I technically have...
  7. M

    How do fused spurs FCUs work.

    Hi, quick question. How do FCU's work? Do they just protect the load side and what I mean is, say you have a ring final with 2.5mm^2 protected by a 20a mcb at the consumer unit and you add a fused spur on that ring de-rated to 3a to supply a 1mm cable for lighting. Now say you start turning on...
  8. 2

    Advice on where to find work for older trainees?

    Hi all. Just a quick one to introduce myself, am 43 and decided to give up the office management job that I never got any satisfaction from to take the plunge. Hoping to go self employed, and have done the Level 2 with Level 3 ongoing. Any advice on how I can get opportunities to work to start...
  9. B

    Certification software that will work offline?

    Hi, Have been using the NICEIC software, but doesn't work without an internet connection. Many of our jobs are in areas with no mobile connectivity, so end up writing results on paper, and subsequently wasting time trying to find said bit of paper! Looking for recommendations for software that...
  10. M

    I Need Work Transitioning from the Military to Electrical work

    I'm in the process of leaving the MOD after 8 years into something completely new! I'm Nottingham based and have completed Level 2365, awaiting the results of the 2365 Level 3, have my 18th Edition and have enrolled myself on the Level 3 NVQ. I'm looking for a full time job, have my own...
  11. K

    I Need Work Experienced electrician - SW London

    Hi All, I am a fairly experienced electrician in both installation and maintenance in both domestic and commercial environments (5 years). I am looking for a new role as an electrician's mate as I lack some core skills which keep holding me back from progressing. I'm looking for a company that...
  12. R

    Will this fuse board require work prior to EICR?

    I was just about to book an EICR inspection for my property when the decorator said he didn't think the fuse board would pass. He said there was no RCD on the top board and partial on the bottom one. So rather than pay twice I was thinking of getting any potential work done first prior to the...
  13. J

    I Need Work Looking for advice on different electrical roles.

    Hi, I’m currently working as an electrical maintenance technician for the RAF. Although the apprenticeship scheme was top class, working life post apprenticeship hasn’t been what I’d hope for in terms of work load. Some weeks you can go a full week without doing any trade specific work...
  14. woodster92

    Superdeal Meter: how do they work & best way to connect Solar & Battery storage

    I have a client on a Superdeal tariff from SSE, the Superdeal Meter has 3 sets of tails coming out of it feeding 3 DBs: (i) DB1 - the main board for the house, (ii) DB2 - a small board for all storage heaters and (iii) DB3 - an even smaller board for electric water heating. Very high electricity...
  15. S

    Can I get work certified

    Hello. I have a quick question for registered sparks on here. Can/ will / do you certify notifiable work done by others? I guess I’d have to pay LABC some fee (I’m waiting for a response from them) or is that part of the certification process you do? I appreciate I’d also need to get hold of...
  16. Y

    Work out breaker size?

    Hi, I'm a first year apprentice... just trying to get an edge on theory. Calculating breaker size: W ÷ V = A So say appliance needs 4000 watts 4000w ÷ 230v = 17.39amps Then, from research I seen a rule that the breaker shouldn't be running above 80% of it specific ampacity, so you multiply...
  17. D

    New rewire and fuse board - views on work.

    Hi, I’d appreciate views on the fuse board. https://ibb.co/xj0BtZt It’s been completely rewired and I’m unhappy with the quality. I’ve messaged him about it and described the board as a complete mess, and poor workmanship ship. For entry for the 25mm cables and 16mm tails he used the knock...
  18. S

    I Need Work level 1 , any tips??

    I want to be a qualified electrician. I am really enjoying my course. What's the fastest way after level 1 to be fully qualified? any tips will be helpful. (based in west Yorks) thanks
  19. DJ80D6

    ice cube relay help wiring and will it work

    super new to these things. i made a drawing to see if this will work. if so which ice cube relay should i use. the picture shown is a hoa switch. when in auto position the wires coming out have 24vdc. the irrigation controller when command is sent it comes out as 24vac. can i have the switch...
  20. J

    I Need Work Adult apprenticeship advice in Scotland

    Hello all, I appreciate you taking the time to read my post. After leaving school, I followed the typical university route. But, unfortunately, I have found myself at 27 years old, realizing that I would be far more satisfied in my work if I were in the electrical trade. I have been...

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