by ericmark »
Sat Dec 06, 2008 7:17 pm
Step 1 with power off you will need to expose the cables and find out how many and what size they are.
Step 2 get some new cable to go from break to consumer unit. Also you will need a set of ratchet crimp pliers and crimps to match cable, self amalgamating tape and standard insulation tape also some earth sleeve would help. Maybe some extra so you can practise.
Step 3 join the cables with the crimps better if staggered then wrap with self amalgamating tape stretching as you go. Although this tape is water proof it is a bit soft so cover with normal installation tape.
Step 4 reconnect into consumer unit.
There are other options Hager make some special junction boxes which can be buried without any screws and you can use shrink sleeve.
Electric is dangerous and if you don’t know what you are doing it would be better to call someone in. Once completed everything should be tested and that required equipment over the cost any DIY person would want to spend.
I take the view that people will try to repair it them selves so better to tell them correct way but I would think twice before going into the consumer unit. To try to add just a little section may seem best way but in practice near impossible to work on.
Do think twice and I think you would be better calling in an electrician.
Eric
