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Replacing flourescent light problem

I replaced the flourescent light in my kitchen but in my wisdom forgot to make a note of how it was wired !.I have six wires protruding from the ceiling 3 red, 3black which some how connect to two wires in the unit via a connecting block.Any ideas or should I call in an electrician ?:confused:

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  • zax47
    zax47 Posts: 1,263 Forumite
    Have a look at this it should help. Pretty straightforward, but DO turn the power off!
  • fto
    fto Posts: 588 Forumite
    Does one of the blacks have a red sleeve on it, if not you will need a tester,to find the switch wire ( one of the blacks is almost certainly a switched live).
  • muckybutt
    muckybutt Posts: 3,761 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker
    Another diy'er that cocks up ! doh !!! £1 for everyone thats done that and sparkies would all be millionaires
    You may click thanks if you found my advice useful
  • cullet
    cullet Posts: 129 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10 Posts Combo Breaker
    Thankyou to all who replied !
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