2007-01-28 22:12:40 · 11 answers · asked by MON 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
It will if you connect a 240 volt converter to it.
But why may I venture to ask, did you not buy a British one?
2007-01-28 22:16:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nobody has mentioned that in addition to the voltage mismatch, there is a frequency mismatch: the fan is designed for 60 Hz, but your mains supply is 50 Hz.
A transformer cannot correct this; there is no inexpensive way to correct it.
Using a transformer to convert 240V to 120V, the fan will run slower and hotter than designed. Whether it will run hot enough to damage itself, I cannot say.
2007-01-29 08:42:42 · answer #2 · answered by AnswerMan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In a word, no. You need a 110v - 240v transformer, as you often get with inset ceiling mounted spolights. Remember any loft insulation must be removed from around the transformer, 9" is a good distance, they get hot!
2007-01-29 06:23:17 · answer #3 · answered by Chariotmender 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The standard voltage for the UK is 240 V. So no.
2007-01-31 11:25:59 · answer #4 · answered by Pete 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No - unless you get a step-up transformer. The reason why you need it is that the standard voltage is 240v for the UK
2007-01-29 11:25:22 · answer #5 · answered by mr_maths_man 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Can you get your money back? The fan will not work in the UK and if you try to plug it in will result in dire consequences. Bin it and forget your loss.
2007-01-29 06:19:38 · answer #6 · answered by BARROWMAN 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1 no it dose not work in the uk.2 you could buy a converter
2007-01-29 06:22:43 · answer #7 · answered by peter o 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if fed through a transformer! You need to speak to a qualified electrician, and if installing it at home, make sure he/she is 'Part P' certified
2007-01-29 06:16:23 · answer #8 · answered by Goatie 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
not without an adaptor. it is the same thing as you would by for going on holiday just works the other way round. any electrical retailer will have one.
an electric shaver socket works as well
2007-01-29 06:27:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Check with an electrician.
2007-01-29 06:15:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋