Electrical Advice

Testing devices and electrical tools Discussion ThreadTesting devices and electrical tools Electrical Advice

Hi all
Usually I work at office or central headquarters, but sometimes I have to get on my job pants and test some Megger or show trainees or rookies how to measure with safety voltages, impedances and so on.
So, does anyone can recommend me a manufacturer who describes in its instruction manual´s how to carry out the tests?
Maybe that can be a good point in order to emit...

 

Anybody finding it difficult to fill maintenance engineering vacancies? Discussion ThreadAnybody finding it difficult to fill maintenance engineering vacancies? Electrical Advice

Took me nearly 2 months to fill a vacancy for a multiskilled engineer, engineer starting beginning March, but now have to start again advertising as had to let some one else go due to low attendance.

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Test the (RCD) Residual Current Device or die Discussion ThreadTest the (RCD) Residual Current Device or die Electrical Advice

Just seen this label on a consumer unit im testing.
As far am im aware no one ever pressed the test button.


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Fire rated or not Discussion ThreadFire rated or not Electrical Advice

I am installing spotlights in the kitchen. The customer bought downlight which (packing)says they are fire rated but I doubt it. What is your opinion on this please. See pictures..

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How tolerant of customers are you? Discussion ThreadHow tolerant of customers are you? Electrical Advice

I'll be the first to admit that I don't have much enthusiasm for doing this job anymore, its only the relatively easy money that keeps me going but why on earth do customers think the world revolves around them. Just in the last week I turned up to do some lights in a bathroom for a small building firm and I already told him I only had a day or so free yet when I got there he had...

 

Notify DNO of air conditioner installation Discussion ThreadNotify DNO of air conditioner installation Electrical Advice

Question has been raised about whether we notify DNO of air conditioner installation. NICEIC registered electrician doing the installation certificate says these Daikin 14kw units might be classed as heat pumps. we have never notified before, so are asking for anyone who has experienced this. the DNO says it is up to us to determine whether they are heat pumps or...

 

lamp post eicr code Discussion Threadlamp post eicr code Electrical Advice

just wondered how everyone else would code this lamp post.
the original installer made a type of swa gland from copper pipe and a BS88 clamp.
they also issued a 12 year inspection date.
its all just a thought exercise now as i have added a proper lamp post cut out with swa 20s glands...

 

Safety Contactor Discussion ThreadSafety Contactor Electrical Advice

Afternoon all,
I need some clarification regarding the use of a safety contractor and whether we can classify the safety contractor as a point of isolation. We have a control panel that requires inserting a castell key into the HMI unit to activate it. When we remove the castell key from the trap position, it disconnects the safety relay. Can this be used as the isolation point?
Thanks.

Safety Contactor for the...

 

Wifi wall-mounted electric panel heaters? Discussion ThreadWifi wall-mounted electric panel heaters? Electrical Advice

Hi. I'm looking at replacing 5 aging (barely working controls) Atlantic electric heaters in a 2 bedroom flat with wifi enabled ones.

I have ordered from Amazon a Devola Wifi Heater 2 KW but I will return it, the switching relay makes a loud clang when it turns on or off.

Silent and simplicity of operation are important, we think of airbnb the flat.

Any wifi...

 

Anyone used/bought the WAGO cable repair set with splicing connectors? Discussion ThreadAnyone used/bought the WAGO cable repair set with splicing connectors? Electrical Advice

WAGO now do a cable repair kit with splicing connectors & heat-shrink tubing, which is a handy new method of being able to do compact cable repairs in the wall. cable repair set (207-5485/316-000) | WAGO -...

 

Do I need to join a scheme to sign off Minor Works Certificate? Discussion ThreadDo I need to join a scheme to sign off Minor Works Certificate? Electrical Advice

Hi, I would like to do some minor domestic electrical work while I am completing my NVQ level 2 in electrical installations. I have the 18th edition and part P qualifications as well as an NVQ level 2 in inspection and testing. However, I have read and heard from other electricians that you need an electrician who is a...

 

Distribution circuits in Section 705 location, RCD needed? Discussion ThreadDistribution circuits in Section 705 location, RCD needed? Electrical Advice

I just want to check how I should be interpreting section 705.

705.411.1 states required disconnection devices, the first two indents covering final circuits and sockets, requiring 30ma and 100ma RCD's depending on rating of socket.
Indent 3 says " all other circuits" need 300ma RCD.

Does that include distribution...

 

Electric shower Circuit breaker not working Discussion ThreadElectric shower Circuit breaker not working Electrical Advice

hi, I have a Mira sport 10.8 kW shower, it has an 0ttermill 60 amp type D circuit breaker which is not breaking the circuit when I push the yellow push to test button, it needs to be replaced before I can use the shower.
What would be a suitable replacement circuit breaker compatible with the shower.
Regards
Ron

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IBEW Non compete clause for retirees. Discussion ThreadIBEW Non compete clause for retirees. Electrical Advice

Does anyone know if the pending new non compete laws affect IBEW retiree restrictions against working in the electrical industry?

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Hi guys, hope you are well. I am currently doing a level 3 2365 design project hotel, swimming pool cafe and I therefore need help on what to do on Q3 Discussion ThreadHi guys, hope you are well. I am currently doing a level 3 2365 design project hotel, swimming pool cafe and I therefore need help on what to do on Q3 Electrical Advice

If anyone can show me a direction on what to do or show an example of how to do it would be much appreciated
Thanks

Hi guys, hope you are well. I...

 

Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification Discussion ThreadLevel 3 Electrotechnical Qualification Electrical Advice

Hi all,
I’m in the very last stages of completing my apprenticeship and was wondering if I could get a bit of help regarding my technical certificates.
I’ve passed all my exams and currently working on my NVQ Portfolio. Unfortunately I went through a total of 5 different assessors during my apprenticeship and every time a new assessor started I had to adapt to their...

 

undersized cable provided by electric hob/cooker manufacturer? Discussion Threadundersized cable provided by electric hob/cooker manufacturer? Electrical Advice

Hi All,

I am a little confused, probably something I am missing.....

I have just wired in a 7.4kw Neff V57THQ4L0 N70 Vented Hob. I ran a supply of 6mm from the board for the hob. My confusion is why the manufacture has provided a 1.5mm cable for me to wire this into the cooker connection unit. Is this common practice? Isn't...

 

Breaker tripping in bedrooms Discussion ThreadBreaker tripping in bedrooms Electrical Advice

our breaker is tripping most of the times in bedroom.
I think it’s when we switch in on light in our closet it’s tripping the breaker, what should be the reason?
It was working fine for last 10-15 year no recent electrical changes in house.
Any help to start will be useful

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Fridge Freezer no longer cooling after being disconnected for a few weeks... Discussion ThreadFridge Freezer no longer cooling after being disconnected for a few weeks... Electrical Advice

Hello,

I have a Baumatic BR 11.2A under-counter fridge freezer that is about 20 years old.

Never had a problem with it until I turned it off for a few weeks recently. When turning it back on, the light comes on, but there is no cooling!

I found a site that does reasonably priced spares, so am...

 

Misuse of Quickwire plug and socket Discussion ThreadMisuse of Quickwire plug and socket Electrical Advice

Aside from their intended use on lighting circuits, a while back it occurred to me that they make quick and simple test adapters.
I wait for various commando plugs to come up cheap on ebay and then do this to them.

My collection now stands at 16A (3,4 and 5 pin) and 32A (3, 4 and 5 pin)
Tonight I started the 63 amp collection...