Electric items?
#1
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Can anyone tell me if my radio/hi will work ok in Canada also things like Computers , i know TVs and Xbox, Playstation wont work so we will sell those this end.
Thanks
Thanks
#2
yeah....I can do that !


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From: Kingston , Nova Scotia





Hi Lisadd
Power (or hydro as they call it here) is supplied at 110 volts. Your kit (unless its dual voltage-unlikely) will not work here. Some people have messed around with voltage converters but I believe the general concensus is that its not worth the bother. I'd sell it and buy new here......
Bo
Power (or hydro as they call it here) is supplied at 110 volts. Your kit (unless its dual voltage-unlikely) will not work here. Some people have messed around with voltage converters but I believe the general concensus is that its not worth the bother. I'd sell it and buy new here......

Bo
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Hi Lisadd
Power (or hydro as they call it here) is supplied at 110 volts. Your kit (unless its dual voltage-unlikely) will not work here. Some people have messed around with voltage converters but I believe the general concensus is that its not worth the bother. I'd sell it and buy new here......
Bo
Power (or hydro as they call it here) is supplied at 110 volts. Your kit (unless its dual voltage-unlikely) will not work here. Some people have messed around with voltage converters but I believe the general concensus is that its not worth the bother. I'd sell it and buy new here......

Bo
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Have a read of the Wiki on the compatibility of goods regarding electrical items. 
http://britishexpats.com/wiki/Compatability_of_Goods

http://britishexpats.com/wiki/Compatability_of_Goods
#5
<whispers don't mention hair straighteners>
But fyi mine on a British travel plug are even hotter than in the UK
But fyi mine on a British travel plug are even hotter than in the UK
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Most computers are dual voltage so will probably be OK. Simplest way is to have a look on the back (or the power supply if it's a laptop). If it says 100-240v 50/60HZ then you're in luck




