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What is a KMF switch?
Asked by Stephen CollinsKMF was/is a part number for a MEM switch fuse. It is a switch fuse or a switch fuse disconnector. I...
View full answerWhat is a MCB?
Asked by PeterCommonly known as a circuit breaker. An MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker) is an automatic protective d...
View full answerWe had a new fuse box installed but wasn’t given a certificate, we’re told it is registered online now, is that correct?
Asked by Pinz SangheraNo, you should ask for a copy of the Electrical Installation Certificate and you should also receive...
View full answerIf your property is a private rental in England or Scotland, then you would need to have an inspecti...
View full answerIf my RCD keeps "tripping", what action is required?
Asked by D parkhurstIf the RCD in your fusebox keeps tripping, there is likely to be a fault that needs investigating - ...
View full answerWhat should the distance be between the floor and the distribution board or main switch?
Asked by Rameckah gittaApproved Document M of the Building Regulations states that consumer units/fuseboxes should be mount...
View full answerHow much does it cost for an RCD to be connected by a professional tradesperson?
Asked by Mrs B GreenwoodA Residual Current Device (RCD) constantly monitors the electric current flowing through one or more...
View full answerIf an EICR is “Satisfactory” despite me not having RCD protection, do I need to replace the consumer unit?
Asked by VERNON ALEXANDER DIASIf the Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) is Satisfactory then you do not need to repla...
View full answerHow much does it cost to have RCBOs fitted in the fusebox?
Asked by ELAINE REYNOLDSRCBO stands for 'Residual Current Breaker with Over-Current'. It basically combines the functionalit...
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