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  1. monchavo

    Using a 60hz mains device in the UK

    Very funny, Warspeed. My girlfriend would readjust your internal voltage if she heard you saying that. :)
  2. monchavo

    Using a 60hz mains device in the UK

    I posted this thread in order to understand the implications of connecting this device to the UK mains, and any detrimental effect that that might have on the unit..... Not sure I follow the logic of why does 10% over-voltage means 20% over power? Clearly a hotter rice cooker is going to cook...
  3. monchavo

    Using a 60hz mains device in the UK

    Other users of similar Korean produced rice cookers in the UK have expressed the same - that their cookers fail every few years and have to be replaced, due to the filaments giving up the ghost. The 10% extra voltage I suppose is a good reason!
  4. monchavo

    Using a 60hz mains device in the UK

    Splendid. When I said more complex, I meant more parts (including some that move). Thank you for the excellent advice. I knew I could count on you wonderful chaps. Kimchee, anyone? :)
  5. monchavo

    Using a 60hz mains device in the UK

    On holiday in South Korea I noticed a plethora of coloured energy saving bulbs which looked rather aesthetically pleasing. I bought a blue one and brought it home (UK) plugged it into the UK mains (into a circular screw thread lamp fitting) and it appears to be working fine. The operating...

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