I'm looking to buy one of these to use in Australia, but we have 240v not 115v. Does anyone know if these have an inbuilt transformer?
1079686
No. Only can use on 110V. Since you most likely will put the sharpner on a stand or table in one place you may want to consider buying a transformer for 110 volt. Other than that I think you would be very happy with the sharpner. Only draw back I had was the manual that comes with sharpner is almost useless. Go on line and print the same one that dealers use. This is the manual that should be included with the sharpner.
1079687
The unit has a plug for north American use, i.e. 120V. Grounding is included. The unit has no built in way to switch to 240V.
451280
The transformer will convert the power for something that is not dual voltage. The plugs to attach onto it. because all plugs are adapted for different input plugs. Hope this helps. I went to Europe with this and don't know New Zealand power issues. Have a great trip. Hope this helps.
288005
where did you order your motor from? If from the USA it will be a 110 volt and you will burn the motor out without a transformer
1717910
Yes the supplied transformer is rated for 110-240v, although you might need plug adapter depending on your location.
1728091
Hey, I'm an Australian customer, I had to buy an adaptor for the power plug plug to have it operate, but it runs absolutely fine on AC240v 50hz, the stock product has an American plug that supports 110v, the plug in transformer (power supply is, 100-240v, 2A, 50-60hz) so it is compatable with Australian specs, Great product though :D
2019679
The one I ordered came standard with a US style plug, and it is very handy since it folds down into the charger. You could easily put an Aussie adapter on it without having to use a transformer, because it is rated 120 - 240v, 50 or 60 hz. All you would need is one of the little plug adapters.
367554
Tale Gunner offered the best answer; the picture on the Amazon product page shows a 230v/50Hz machine (although US buyers receive 110v-130V/60Hz units), so you should take care to ensure you get the right version sent Down Under. Cheers!
2044472
The unit comes with a transformer, it can be used 110-240volts. I hope this helps.
555329
No there is only an unearthed US 2-pin plug but you just need to attach a plug adaptor for your country because the unit will work of other typical voltages - -240v to 250v - without a transformer. You can easily get an adapter here (Australia) for $5 so I assume you can also in the UK for a few pounds.
366049
Check the Fellowes site for product information. The one I recieved only has a standard US plug and operates on a 120V circuit. I do not know if it has a transformer in the motor.
1462142
One of the images has 100-240V on the power pack. And I successfully used this in Australia (240V) with just a regular plug converter.
1360678
argghh! I think the answer is 'No'! I bought it and had it shipped to me in NZ and didn't even think about the stupid American 110 volts! Plugged it in and the fuse or bulb blew and smoke came out. Now I have to a) fix it, b) buy a step-down transformer. Can't believe companies still make separate versions of things rather than making them dual voltage!
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I too have the same question. I will try to buy a 120 V step down transformer.... meanwhile wanted to know which transformer someone has used it sucessfully with this? Is a transformer based converter needed or normal wiothout transformer work? I had one already but not sure if to use this or buy a transformer based 120 V
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How I understand it, there are different units for different markets. The US/Canada sold units are 110v, while European and most other countries are rated 220/240v. I've purchased and imported from Amazon.com and saved around $400 by doing so. Now I've purchased a 1000W 220 -> 110v power transformer for $100 to use the receiver here in Australia and I'm still well ahead on the deal :o)
1200842
Mine is specifically a 110vac unit. Hooking it up to 240vac would smoke it. Without going thru another transformer I do not see it being able to work.
146994
Dunno but step-down transformers are cheap. I even built a couple in my time,. The fact that the likely use is 220v 50Hz is irrelevant since Hz should not matter.Try import-export houses
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I purchased one from the US to discover that it was only 110 v but have found a reasonably priced transformer does the job. Works well.