I'm leaving to Italy today! Help me with this question.?
In the booklet that came with my Hi-Lo converter, it says: APPLIANCES NOT TO BE USED WITH THESE UNITS Camera, laptops, sewing machines, etc, etc. Then it gives a chart that says what you can use it with. It basically says you can use things from 25- 700 watts. Then it says: Electric appliances- 110 volts use with converters and/or transformers. Now, I'm looking at my Ipod charger and it says: AC: 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.15 A, 5W Max My camera battery charger says: AC: 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 4.5-7.5 VA, 2.2 W Can i still use the converter and adapter for these chargers?
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1 :
The Hi-Lo type of converter is especially made for appliances that are used quickly; those are usually the heat-producing kind (hair dryers, irons, etc.). Others are best for longer-term usage, such as for chargers and laptops. I have not had any problems using either kind for simple charging of electronics. However, since both your appliances are dual voltage (and should automatically use the correct voltage, though your camera may have a switch), you will not need a voltage converter, just a plug adapter.
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Tonalc is right and you should give him a best answer . The labels on your devices tell you that they will work with both US and Italian outlets - all you need is the plug adapter. I've lived in Italy for 10 years and have never needed a voltage converter here at all. In fact, my camera instructions for use (Sony) specifically say not to use the charger with a voltage converter to avoid damage. All you need is something like this: http://www.buy.com/prod/us-to-europe-eu-travel-plug-electric-power-outlet-adapter-converter/q/listingid/75271989/loc/101/213645860.html
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