Member postings for herbert punter

The CE mark is not meaningless, it signifies a declaration by a responsible individual who is resident within the EU that the apparatus complies with the relevant directives and EU standards. Most CE marked products are not a problem, most of the manufacturers, importers and retailers use the system responsibly because they don’t want to incur any liability for anything going wrong with the product. The problems occur when people import appliances often unaware of their responsibilities until either something goes wrong or Trading Standards become involved. They then go to an independent test house to get the OK on their products only to find, quite often, that they have several containers full of goods that cannot legally be sold in the EU.

The system is not foolproof because the requirements are not enforced until after the fact. Prior third party safety certification is not enforced anywhere in the world AFAIK. The USA has compulsory third party certification for apparatus used in the workplace, but this doesn’t apply to products for the domestic environment.

Bert

It’s illegal to sell a cord-connected appliance in the UK without a certified UK plug fitted. Reputable inporters either have certified UK plugs fitted or have certified adapters fitted to the European plug, which must not be removeable without the use of a tool. The dealer is breaking the law by selling an appliance in the UK in this condition. The appliance would have been useable in the rest of Europe, so the CE mark would appear to be valid.

Bert

You are confusing PAT testing with third party type testing which is carried out at accredited test houses. The test houses are audited by UKAS at least annually. The UKAS audit includes chucking that the testing engineers are sufficiently qualified and experienced to carry out the required testing. The tests will include (depending on the type of apparatus) heating, electric strength, insulation resistance, creepage distances and clearances, accessibility of live parts, earth bonding, internal wiring and connections,mechanical hazards, user Instructions, servicing instructions, connection to the mains supply, physical stability and more.

Bert

If I bought something that was fitted with an illegal plug, I would return it immediately to the vendor and demand my money back. I certainly wouldn’t use it or modify it in any way.

Bert

The CE mark will continue to be used, the BSI mark was never mandatory.

Bert

Before the Low Voltage Directive was enacted (which was EU legislation) there was no requirement to safety test any apparatus for domestic use in the UK.

Bert

There is a chap on eBay with the username Gaviscool, his eBay shop is called G C Piston Rings.

AFIK He is able supply you with whatever rings you need.

Bert

No contest, keep the mill.

Bert

Dermol, available over the counter from most pharmacies is very good for most skin conditions. It is prescribed for excema.

Bert

Mark

Yes, totally, I certainly don't regret it. If you do a lot of typing on the PC an ergonomic mouse and keyboard is a great help, both before and after the operation.

Bert

Mark

The electrical tests show which nerve has the problem, they are essential because in most cases it's not clear which one it is. The carpal tunnel operation involves making an insiscion at the base of the palm in order to clear out the tunnel to relieve the pressure on the nerve. The operation is usually performed under local anaesthetic and takes about 25 minutes.

The Cubital tunnel operation is always performed under general anaesthetic because the nerve is quite long and has to checked at several points where it may be constricted.

I wouldn't trivialise your problems but your symptoms sound fairly mild, and I would wait a while before going ahead. These procedures are painful during the recovery period and it's often some time before resuming normal activities.

Bert

I have have both carpal tunnels and cubital tunnnels done, the former with local and the latter with general anaesthetic. I advise you to have a private electrical test done to establish which operation is required. The NHS electrical tests are notoriously unreliable, you can have the operation done on the NHS later, that will probably be ok. Any more information, please ask.

Best regards

Bert

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I second that, I've had good service from JB

They are worth the visit, the car parking has been better lately because they have used the field on the other side of the road.

There are bargains to be had, particularly machine stands and cabinets.

They also do drinks and burgers on their open days.

Bert

Get yourself a tom cat, job done...

Very good project, Carl!

Could you give the spec of the stepper motor please?

Thanks, Bert

Look up Chipsaway, they sorted out minor damage to my sons car for very reasonable cost

Bert

The Harrier used a lot of water injection to boost the power as you will be able to see when you go to Brooklands

There is also Mercedes Benz World opposite Brooklands which is free to enter. Brooklands is well worth a visit, I go five or six times a year.