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Default 120V light on 240V?

On 25 Feb 2007 13:48:01 -0800, "Main Man"
wrote:

sUGGEST YOU DISCARD BULBS AND BUY SOME UK
ES lamps rated at 220v.


I'm reminded of a shampoo commerical where the wife leans out of the
shower and her hair is covered with loads of soap bubbles, and her
husband says, "Be careful. That shampoo has to last us all the way
through Spain." As if they don't sell shampoo in Europe.

It's probably for Prell Concentrate, since it's concentrated I guess,
and though it is what I might take on a vacation, I don't see any
reason to use it at home. Stupid commercial.

On Feb 25, 9:45 pm, "nads" wrote:
I've just purchased 2 lights from the USA to be sent to the UK. Before
ordering I was told that the lights will be compatible with the UK
voltage!
Now there's a sticker on the light saying: "CAUTION - to reduce risk
of fire use 60Watt type b lamps MAX. only, 120V..."
What are the chances of me burning the house down? I'd really like to
rule this possibility out!
Please help anyone!!