Originally Posted by
BamaVol
OK. I think we'll add to our collection of international hair straighteners.
We have adapters. The problem seems to be that the appliance is a wee more powerful than the wattage the adapter likes - 1750 vs 1600 max. Please don't crucify me for my lack of electrical understanding - I'm a good accountant but no engineer.
Im no carpenter but Im ordering some lumber on the phone and found some nice blue-prints on the internet that will allow me to build a nice big fat cross...
An adapter is what allows you to plug stuff in.... a transformer is what will allow you to operate a 110V appliance on 220V power when you are away from home. Some travel transformers come with adapters as part of the package... you should be able to find a decent sized auto-transformer that can handle up to 1500W. Even though your thingie likes 1700W, a 1500W auto-transformer will allow you to operate it for a good 10-12 minutes..... but it will create a lot of heat!!! I suggest you tell the ladies to take turns using it, with a 10-15 minute pause to let the transformer cool off...
Just in case, have a phone of the local fire department handy!!!!