Can you use this product in the US without voltage converter / transformer?
475937
I'm using the converter. The manual says to use it. It's an expensive gadget and converter is pretty cheap. I don't wanna take a chance of breaking it.
475938
It's been 3 weeks, I have been using it everyday without converter. It works all fine, at least for now. Steam looks fine, and not bubbly. The body of steamer has never get warmer or hot. It would be dangerous and cause damage on the steamer, and that has been my concern. US has higher voltage 110V that includes 100V to 125V. I though have a converter, and I don't use it since it turns off after a few min. Now I realized that I should look for a right converter. I will ask Panasonic for the answer. I will post it whatever I found out regarding the question. Thank you for asking! Answer from Panasonic in Japan: They say the product is used in Japan only and even using a converter would cause damage to the product. They don't make converter cannot cannot recommend any 3rd party products for their own. Oh well.. liability issue. Warranty won't be covered, anyway. We are basically using it at own risk. It would splash hot water, cause fire, just die after short while... I asked a converter maker which converter would be good for this steamer. They suggested one with max out put capacity 1000W. $57+ shipping $16 http://www.voltage-converter-transformers.com/product_info.php?category_id=10016468&products_id=10060414 As I researched, max out put capacity for converter should be 25% more than the product. http://buyersguide.bargainoffers.com/voltage_guide.shtml This steamer is 290 Watt, so I chose a converter with max 500W output. Here is what I ordered from Amazon. VCT VT-500J - Japanese Step Up/Down Voltage Transformer Converts Japan 100 Volts To 110V OR Vice Versa - 500 Watt $35.08 Super Saver Free Shipping http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000PC4JL4/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00 If you don't want to invest extra, get another steamer that is made for US. Although the concern was always somewhere in my head, I was in denial. Now I feel safe and enjoy my steamer! Thank you for your question!
475939
I use it in Canada without transformer. The light is on but just no any steam
1968699
If you buy it in the US and the country you are going to uses 220V, you will need a voltage transformer. You will also need a plug adapter.
1923922
No. Not without a converter, BUT On page 6, section 1.13 "DO NOT USE WITH POWER INVERTER/CONVERTER"
14379
I don't think it would work without a converter. I have 110V electricity and it works well here.
982715
I;ve never seen a TV in the US that wasn't 110V, as is mine. I suppose its possible they could build one with an internal transformer but I doubt that they would. It's probably up to the customer to secure the proper voltage adapter for their particular country. For additional clarity contact www.samsung.com.
1519935
Yes it is already ready for use in the US. No converter needed. I have used it for 9 months now.
1393291
Hello - I would gladly answer your question, however it was for a gift used in the U.S. Perhaps a voltage convertor is the answer.
1239133
Yes, you can! This transformer input 110v and output 220v. The only thing you should notice is that the voltage capacity is just 100W!
805269
not directly. you would need a converter like you need if you go to Europe to use your appliances over there.
2015187
No you will not need a transformer. 220v is what we also have in the USA and the machine can run on 220v.Enjoy your illy! Victoria LA, CA
1408380
I live in the US and have 110 so I have no problem you would probably need a power converter.
1277169
As far as I know they do not make one for usage in North America. But I believe you could use a transformer to convert the voltage coming from your electrical outlet to 220v, I do the opposite by converting my voltage to 110v in Egypt to use my American appliances.
192642
I don't believe so, not with out a converter. I own one and would highly recommend it but I do like in America and if I'm not mistaken we run with 120V and I can plug mine right into my wall. Sorry, but I hope this helps!
1715963
Yes! these are just for adapting the outlet, but check that whatever device you're using says 110V-220V. my phone, razor, apple tv all work fine without a converter.
1011364
You will have to refer to the manufacturer. I live in US so we all use 110v - you may need a transformer to use this.
1773990
This product is "125/250V, 60Hz, 1875W". So in US, there isn't. In another countries, I don't know because I've never used outside US.
1807353
I believe you would need an adapter. I'm from the US and there isn't any 220V switch or anything.