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It is one of these https://www.mkelectric.com/en-gb/Products/WD/gridplus/Switchmodules20amp/Pages/K4899.aspx  In my case the 'off' can be on as the fan is supposed to be run 24/7. So I am hoping in middle position can be 'off' (or on in my case on) and then up and down for the other 2...

I now have the manual and I have bought an MK Grid 3 way switch Any tips on how to wire it up?

I've spoken to tech support and was told I don't need the switch but even if I wanted one I don't need the official one so I may see if I can get a cheap switch from the local electrical shop.

Hi I am looking to buy a mechanical extraction ventilation unit. I don't have it yet, otherwise I could have had a play with it and possibly worked some of this out for myself. But also want the answers before I buy! I;ve tried ringing technical support but at the moment not be able to speak to...

Thanks, I think I will just put a double patress on top - chasing out is too much hassle.

Hi https://1drv.ms/f/s!AutS6uK5ubo1hvtfV6LEujcNogrZSg I need to replace this electrical socket - what was there before was a double patress box (that stuck out of the wall by about 2.5cm). The patress box was cracked hence needing to change it. I thin ka child had steeped on it to climb onto...

I am going to try one of these http://www.screwfix.com/p/varilight-multi-way-touch-remote-master-dimmer-1g-400w-va/32557 Hopefulyl will fit into the space I have.

The benefit of being Part P as I understand it is that the electrician can sign the work off directly and it is much cheaper. LABC will sign the work off as long as the eprson can prove they are competent. In theory every job you do you could get LABC to sign it off for you - but it will cost...

I need to get a dimmer switch to fit in here http://1drv.ms/1PCLA4t I estimate that I only have about 2cm clearance so a standard dimmer won't do as the door will hit it. Really can only go marginally bigger than a normal switch. It appears my 2 options are 1) buy one that is flush and hope...

No need to get your knickers in a twist - at what stage have I asked for technical electrical information that suggests I will be attempting any electrical work? all i have ask for is information on brands, building regulations and some technical queries to see whether certain things are...

OK, well in my search I;ve elarnt a lot. I have generally decided what I wnat for most things - the most critical decision is the sockets and accessories - I am having a hard time getting wholesalers giving me prices other than their own makes even though I have specifically asked for a certain...

well i sent 3 large wholesalers a spreadsheet of what i wanted and none replied yet - maybe tomorrow i suspect we will get all the wiring and sockets from the local wholesalers but looks to me certain things like fans, CU, LED floodlights and so on i can get cheaper online if i just buy it direct

Interesting, thanks Just going back though I assume osme wil lsay that rule always applied but the guidance clarified it or are you saying its clearly a new rule from 1st Oct?

Obviously my electrician is ahead of the game because he specifically said the consumer unit switches cannot be over 1450. I didn't like the fact that the light switches are so low (1200 as mentioned I think) as I am unused to it, but ultimatley I can see the reasoning for both being reachable...

Well I am going to be asking building control if they will let me move the CU up the wall slightly - the height it has to be at regulations is way too low - because when you walk down their stairs you come down to a small section on the landing and it is in front of you. I am going to ask if...

well obviously his starting point is that he is not altering anything SSE have put in - i will run it by him though that others have suggested things can be jiggled around. whetehr he does it or not is up to him. to be honest its not the hassle of falling out with him as i need the job quickly.

are the tails the thick blue and brown? I am guessing the white box is not suffient as the fused mentioned previously

Its not a new build its a refurb (although the house was essentially rebuilt) i had an old meter inside - they cut the incoming wire out in the lawn and put a new meter on the outside wall. so what are we saying? the little white box can be moved (down?) - which then allows for the electrician...

try again as i had to re-do one of the links, if not i will upload to the forum

OK, we may veer a bit off topic here but if it gives me a way of moving the CU then great. Firstly here are 2 photos from this summer when the electric company, SSE, made me a new electrical connection outside. Photo 1 is the connection underground Photo 2 is the new meter box that I bought...