wally168 0 Report post Posted June 30, 2009 Hi all, I just wanted to tap on anyone's past experience regarding the possibility of bringing in imported washing machines / refrigerators from Europe say for e.g. washing machines, ovens, refrigerators etc...and using them in Singapore? Given that some European countries use a different plug head, is there anyway to change it or use an attachment to make it suitable for local use? I'm not an electrician but what should I be looking out for in evaluating whether it is suitable? Appreciate any help on this. Thanks. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cromodora 0 Report post Posted July 1, 2009 (edited) Hi all, I just wanted to tap on anyone's past experience regarding the possibility of bringing in imported washing machines / refrigerators from Europe say for e.g. washing machines, ovens, refrigerators etc...and using them in Singapore? Given that some European countries use a different plug head, is there anyway to change it or use an attachment to make it suitable for local use? I'm not an electrician but what should I be looking out for in evaluating whether it is suitable? Appreciate any help on this. Thanks. Cheers Dear wally, (I am saving up for one of your boats or do I have the right wally? Do you know Dilbert?) The mains in UK and Euro is 220-240v 50Hz. Same as here in Spore. So, should be no problem. Just change the plugs. If unsure to do this DIY, engage a qualified electrician. He will be trained and knows when to switch the power on with a broomstick just in case. This opinionated advice is valid for equipment for personal use. If it is for a commercial venture, then you should know better... Edited July 1, 2009 by cromodora Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluesky76 0 Report post Posted July 1, 2009 just be sure not to get a 110-120v equipment. Got a waffle maker from US and not very useful here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wally168 0 Report post Posted July 1, 2009 Dear wally, (I am saving up for one of your boats or do I have the right wally? Do you know Dilbert?) The mains in UK and Euro is 220-240v 50Hz. Same as here in Spore. So, should be no problem. Just change the plugs. If unsure to do this DIY, engage a qualified electrician. He will be trained and knows when to switch the power on with a broomstick just in case. This opinionated advice is valid for equipment for personal use. If it is for a commercial venture, then you should know better... Lol, Dilbert? The closest so far I've known is Gilbert. Anyhow, a big thank you for the advice given. Good to know that i can do so. Some of the electronics are surprisingly cheaper here in Europe compared to Singapore (this in spite of us locals telling visitors that Singapore is a paradise for electronics ) Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
