Recent content by Nelson

Hi I would guess that the thermostat pocket is touching on the element Possibly the 1st stat was faulty but as the stat was replaced the angle of the stat pocket was changed so it is now in contact with the element ? I would take out the stat insert a screwdriver into the pocket and use the...

Hi I can't believe you guys think I can't see the danger in the two plug lead This proposal in for an emergency use by ME. The situation must have arisen when you have had a bare live cable for a short time under your strict control. I am wondering if I might have logged on to a HSE site as...

Hi thanks for the comment The electricians mentioned a switch but said there was no space in the small area to install one. Can you explain why my thinking that switching off the mains would not be sufficient Cheers

Hi As I have now taken out my gas fire my only means of heating my house is my gas heating. One day we will have a power cut and I will have no form of heat. I propose to change the electrical supply for my heating from a fused spur to a plug and socket so I can use a generator and plug in the...

Hi I am not an electrician but After 50years retired plumber. I spent 7years attending collage for plumbing and later building which included 4years of 3 nights a week. The youth of today have it so easy. When I started domestic heating was very much in its infancy,very challenging but really...