https://www.boards.ie/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:44:14 +0000 en power cable — boards.ie - Now Ye're Talkin' https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2057543413/power-cuts-stand-by-generator Sat, 02 Jan 2016 10:52:43 +0000 Electrical addisb 2057543413@/discussions We have a dual heating system ( Systemlink Heat Genie) which requires 2 x standard small Grundfoss Ups2 Circulating pumps operating. They are both fed from the "upstairs Sockets" circuit. Operated on/off by a pipe stat. No power = no heating.
I am of the opinion that a small petrol genny could well operate these 2 pumps and would appreciate the input of any information / suggestions or experience of any with same.
My thoughts are : Purchase a small ( not sure how small ?? )Petrol Generator. If the power drops again, turn off all power at the mains / fuseboard switch and run an extension from the generator to an upstairs socket ( I am mindful of the male / female plug set up ), powering up that particular circuit. I would intend using the generator for nothing other than the 2 x circulating pumps.
Is this an ok thing to do ? Is the power generated by a small petrol genny "clean " enough and suitable for the 2 x pumps or do I risk damaging the pumps ?
Thanking you in anticipation for any info.
Happy new year.
Chris]]> https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2057226752/1m-long-mains-power-pc-cable-uk-plug-to-kettle Mon, 09 Jun 2014 11:45:42 +0000 PC Building & Upgrading zom 2057226752@/discussions https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2055819544/lost-power-cable-can-i-use-something-else Fri, 05 Feb 2010 00:55:39 +0000 Terrestrial firebug_guy 2055819544@/discussions

Anyone know if I can just use a PC monitor cable and wont burn the house down or should I go into Currys/Maplin and see what I can pick up?

I have the manual [typical] and no plug lead...

Manual says: AC100-240V, 2.4A, 50/60Hz

Does that make sense to anyone? Or do I have to get a specific cable...]]> https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2055563769/wanted-dell-latitude-d420-power-lead Wed, 13 May 2009 14:38:06 +0000 Laptops agk2007 2055563769@/discussions
My Dell latitude D420 power lead doesn't power up the laptop anymore.
If any of you have a spare one that you no longer use / need I would be willing to buy it off you or if you know were I might be able to get one that would be great!

Thanks!
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