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Pete999 reacted to Rob's post in the thread Domestic What is a good start after getting level 2 and 3 with
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Well, I believe alongside the 2365 you need an NVQ and the AM2 to become fully qualified. Someone will likely correct me if I'm wrong... -
Rob replied to the thread Domestic What is a good start after getting level 2 and 3.Well, I believe alongside the 2365 you need an NVQ and the AM2 to become fully qualified. Someone will likely correct me if I'm wrong... -
Haha, it does look pretty creepy :) My mate said I looked like that girl from the film (The Ring) as i was trying to get out the hole...
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Pete999 reacted to Lucien Nunes's post in the thread Industrial Volt meter reading 760volts in 3phase dol starter overloads with Like.
We're in the UK, our voltages are different, and we don't use delta supplies. Our normal service except for new, very large...
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Rob replied to the thread Interview preparation.One of the most important things I have learned, through interviewing. Don't try an bull s!!!. I could see through it every time an...
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Sspiderman1234 replied to the thread How to get some type of battery to last long pulling 1500 watts.I'm not growing anything. It for health reasons. Red and near-infrared light are a "window" of wavelengths that are able to pass...
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Des 56 reacted to wirepuller's post in the thread A few questions regarding domestic swimming pool.. with Like.
It would be utterly pointless to bond anything there, the whole idea is to create a zone of equal potential which is impossible for a... -
At any point did you consider discussing your concerns with the electrician doing the job rather than going behind their back?
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https://www.empireonline.com/movies/reviews/the-current-war/ fyi :) M ps: Don't tell Duncan Norman
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Des 56 reacted to Andy78's post in the thread Does a 13A plug in oven need to be wired into a cooker switch in rental properties ? with Like.
Probably more likely to do with a letting agent policy/insurance requirement of not providing plug in appliances for tenants, and they'd...
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A load of nonsense, and if they have issued a minor works cert for installing a new DB they clearly don't have a clue about the...
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I think we all have a customer or two like that and a few hours of service to the older retired people of the community every year does...
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It’s a family friend and he is about 80 years old . I honestly just think he is lonely and wants someone to talk to. I’m a sucker and...
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Can you not just add a % to your old quote to cover any hourly rate, material increases? No need to waste time quoting then.
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Be nice to see the damage in relation to the consumer unit. Are they directly below? Is there any mechanical protection. If not id be...
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Pretty insignificant compared to the fact that there are live tails directly under the plaster with no protection though!
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PEG replied to the thread Earthing across flanges.Yep,the really dangerous work,is in their embassy...:cool: -
“Hot-Bolting” is a very common practice in the oil industry, prior to a shutdown or pipe changeout. Basically the pipe fitter will...
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RRicard replied to the thread Domestic DIY Very Big Bang.The flat had been redecorated prior to occupation and was devoid of fittings like curtain tracks. The landlord had said it was OK to put...
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JIn delta each coil would be 5000/3 = 1666watts.So res of coil would be v squared/watts = 440sq/1666=116ohms per coil.If you say the...
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GGeorgeCooke replied to the thread Domestic DIY Very Big Bang.The supply company will need to replace the seals on the meter. As it is a rented flat was he even allowed to drill holes in the wall...
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RRicard replied to the thread Domestic DIY Very Big Bang.Thank you all for your replies. Davesparks, that sounds pretty much what I expected. I guess wirepuller's suggestion re: trunking...
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123 replied to the thread Domestic Ungrounded receptacles.I'd reckon Dan is trying to push this beyond a uk forum. The .net change from .co.uk, and the little location flags...change is in the air. -
Lucien Nunes replied to the thread Industrial Volt meter reading 760volts in 3phase dol starter overloads.We're in the UK, our voltages are different, and we don't use delta supplies. Our normal service except for new, very large... -
D2mm to the right and you would have a live coat hook installed for the mother in law!!!
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Strima replied to the thread Board change/tidy up.@GLENNSPARK is the man you need to speak to. -
This is your third thread. This one a vehicle charging point and a patio heater. Why are you not consulting your electrician?
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J“Hot-Bolting” is a very common practice in the oil industry, prior to a shutdown or pipe changeout. Basically the pipe fitter will...
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JSay it 3 times ,and something bad is sure to happen.
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davesparks replied to the thread Domestic DIY Very Big Bang.Looking at the likely age of the installation I woukd say its likely that it was permitted for those cables to be buried like that with... -
SSparkie30 replied to the thread Interview preparation.A bit of whisky before the interview just to calm your nerves Good Luck
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Megawatt replied to the thread Domestic Ungrounded receptacles.The ass -
westward10 reacted to davesparks's post in the thread Domestic Help! Is this wiring correct? with Like.
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westward10 replied to the thread Domestic Help! Is this wiring correct?.This is your third thread. This one a vehicle charging point and a patio heater. Why are you not consulting your electrician?
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PPhil The Dill replied to the thread Newbie from the land down under.Punk is definitely not my scene, I played with bands top of the hit parade, did session tv and radio, each to their own but punk is...
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Be nice to see the damage in relation to the consumer unit. Are they directly below? Is there any mechanical protection. If not id be... -
The connection must be made so there is no undue stress. Most people now revert to Wago style connectors, I try and tuck them out of the...
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Patio heaters are the devils work. No wonder the ice caps are melting. What a waste of energy. :mad:
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buzzlightyear replied to the thread Hello the muppet is back.Ok Who let the muppet out of the box ,lol when i read that me was thinking star jack . -
westward10 replied to the thread Domestic Ungrounded receptacles.If the receptacles are not grounded and your Codes do not allow a separate ground around them then surely the only option is to rewire.
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Mmatthew1234567 posted the thread Domestic What is a good start after getting level 2 and 3 in Electrical Forum.I am about to finish my level 3 city and guild 2365 qualification that I did for resettlement from the army, I was wondering if anyone...
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I kept telling the drummer in our band that I was writing a song, every time I saw him until one day he asked what it was called I said... -
PPhil The Dill replied to the thread Newbie from the land down under.I kept telling the drummer in our band that I was writing a song, every time I saw him until one day he asked what it was called I said...
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SI'm not a fan of the idea to add a huge amount to a quote, so you don't get the job. The end result may be that you don't get the job...
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SIf you’ve been twice, surely you can quote from home now?...as rob says just add a % to the original :)
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SNot much wiggle room there to ne honest, other than mechanical protection, the cables are where you'd expect them to be. Might be worth...
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CFirstly, punctuation and breaks in paragraphs makes things a lot easier to read. Second, you mention other apprentices there, does the...
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SBeen around the oh grandma because her electrics where out. The main RCd was tripping. After doing the usual unplug things figure out it...
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PI might go as far as suggesting getting someone out to that tonight. You wouldn't want that sitting around being live and it may not...
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PPhil The Dill replied to the thread Newbie from the land down under.Thanks to all of you for your welcome..... Phil I am not professing for one minute to be a pro electrician but I do know a reasonable...