On Sun, 25 Feb 2007 23:55:20 GMT, "Toller" wrote:


"nads" wrote in message
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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!!

Well, they are compatible, sort of.
You have two 120v lights that have to run on 240v. Change them from
parallel to series. That way each light will see 120v and think it is in
the USA.


If you always use the same wattage bulb in each.
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