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Tim Howard
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Nice mess
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B32 MCB -> Socket -> Unfused RCD Plug -> flex -> 60 Amp MCB -> SWA -> CU -> B32 breaker -> ambitiously loaded ring circuit peaking at...
Dec 6, 2024
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The builder: 1 - removed some tails from a full 5 way Henley block to make room to power his new CU for the extension 2 - cut the end...
Dec 6, 2024
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Old MK Grid
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Thanks - trouble is I did that last time! I don't think I have any old style left now.
Nov 28, 2024
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I had a similar problem to solve with an 18 gang MK grid switch about 5 years ago, the cost of completely replacing that for a couple of...
Nov 28, 2024
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99% certain the new front plates don't fit the old back boxes as the old boxes are smaller.
Nov 27, 2024
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I think the new stuff is compatible with the old. If I'm wrong someone will soon say 😀 If you do change the surface boxes, I would just...
Nov 27, 2024
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I'm sure someone instantly knows... I have an old style 2 row mk grid box, with 3 switches on each row...the old sort with the metal...
Nov 27, 2024
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Agree , try the above first,
Nov 17, 2024
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monitor one phase amperage logging unit meter i use a the mooshi !
Nov 17, 2024
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I used to work for the MOD (RAF civvie) repairing avionics,,, when we filled out the paperwork we never wrote “calibrated” as our test...
Nov 10, 2024
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Tong test (Clamp on amp meter) on the 3 phases one at a time going to the motor, they should be equal and not above the name plate rated...
Nov 9, 2024
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Check the fan on the back of the motor is intact and not blocked, i.e. it is generating enough cooling air for the motor.
Nov 9, 2024
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Thanks for suggestions. Yes it sounds like … a motor! I’m not sure yet how easily I can get to the other two but will see if I can...
Nov 9, 2024
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check your supply voltage. check all contacts etc. bad connection and you'll get similar to running without a phase try turning the...
Nov 9, 2024
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Check connections are sound at the relay, these are thermal in operation so lose connections can cause issues. Check the FLC of the...
Nov 9, 2024
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