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Can you show a picture.
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cmars70
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Hi,
Sorry, I'm not at the property so unable to add photo. Basically, there is a hole in the ceiling with 3 grey cables poking out! The 3 earth cables have been joined together which strikes me as evidence of some form of ceiling rose connector. I'm unsure of which wires are coming/going to what!
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Going to be difficult to advise without seeing it and even then we may not be able to help. Some form of testing may be necessary and being a DIYer this may not be a safe course of action.
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cmars70
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Ok, thanks anyway. The property is 75 miles away and I can't get there for a week or so due to work & family.
If it helps, there are 2 switches that operate that light, 1 in the room & 1 outside it?
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cmars70
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Ok, totally understand. I'll get photos as soon as I can. In the meantime, thanks for your help
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Nice of the previous owners to leave it like that….
Twits.
It is likely that some of those wires are live, so be careful when you do get back in.
If you post a rough location, someone from the forum could maybe help out personally for a nominal, alcohol based fee
Twits.
It is likely that some of those wires are live, so be careful when you do get back in.
If you post a rough location, someone from the forum could maybe help out personally for a nominal, alcohol based fee
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cmars70
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Ha ha, now that's my kinda currency!!!
When I get some time to get back to the property I'll post up a location, see if there's anyone around.
Thanks for your help
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