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On Thu, 18 Mar 2004 23:38:01 +0000, wrote:

Will things like electric shavers, hair dryers etc. from UK work
straight from the mains (using the 2 flat pin adapter) in USA? Does
one need a "step down" transformer / voltage converter?

I have a similar problem. My digital camera takes rechargeable AA
bateteries which I will need to recharge. The charger has a UK plug
and does not mention 110V. What would be the best option here please?

Depending on how long you're going for I'd consider simply using
non-rechargeable AA's for the time you're away. The step-up transformer
I was forced to buy at Heathrow Dixon's for my son's nebuliser cost me
GBP30 and weighed rather a lot!

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