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hi there doing some work with my gaffer just for my own mind a 60 amp fuse at the main cut out with 16mm2 tails well i assume they will be what size of main switch for the consumer unit ? could 100A main switch be put on that ?
 
as above. the 100A rating for the main switch is just the max. load that it's designed for ... it is not any form of overload protection.
 
yeah thanks guys my boss said no isolator what fuse will he pull will he pull both? he’s a bit crabbit when i ask things
 

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When are you starting the job?
 
Forgot to finish my last post. I intended to also ask what the job was that was to be carried out?
 
you but could 100 amp main switch be used ?
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just for my own mind it the pictures previous what fuse will he pull will he pull both or just one?
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Forgot to finish my last post. I intended to also ask what the job was that was to be carried out?
new main board what fuse will he pull tho
 
I assume the job is to replace that consumer unit, because as it stands, it’s rough.

If you’re upgrading the tails, then the neutral will have to be disconnected. Otherwise, no... pulling the fuse will sufficiently isolate.
Just pull the fuse that’s going through the meter.
The other fuse does appear to supply a cable that goes straight up- possibly to an upstairs flat (?).
 
What brand board are you putting in out of interest? And are you using RCBOs?
 
I assume the job is to replace that consumer unit, because as it stands, it’s rough.

If you’re upgrading the tails, then the neutral will have to be disconnected. Otherwise, no... pulling the fuse will sufficiently isolate.
Just pull the fuse that’s going through the meter.
The other fuse does appear to supply a cable that goes straight up- possibly to an upstairs flat (?).
no upstairs might be next door tho and so he won’t need to disconnect the neutral it’s safe him just pulling the live fuse
 
no upstairs might be next door tho and so he won’t need to disconnect the neutral it’s safe him just pulling the live fuse

You are worrying too much. He is the guy who is on site and can see everything. Watch what he does, and ask questions. If he doesn't want to reply then go elsewhere for your training.

Just one other question - is it actually you doing the job? No offence intended, but your questions come across a bit odd in their manner.
 

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