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WARNING Electricity can seriously injure or kill you. Don't take any risks and consult a qualified person if in any doubt. NB read the section on regulations concerning domestic installation work.
Regulations.....What you shouldn't attempt What is electricity? Voltage, Current, Power, Amps,Watts ! Your electricity bill Domestic wiring and circuits Earthing Consumer units (fuse box) RCD's (residual current device) Checking for live circuits, testing bulbs and fuses Bulbs How to change a plug Using the correct fuse Fixing simple faults When the fuse blows or circuit breaker trips Replacing light switches Replacing a light switch with a dimmer Replacing a socket Adding a telephone socket