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    rsrcwhite Posts: 16, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 2, 2008, 04:22 PM
    110 or 220 volt
    Is there anyway to tell from an outlet if it is a 220 line or 110?
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    Jun 2, 2008, 04:33 PM
    Dear rsrcwhite

    Depends where you live... Here all outlets are 220 Volts ! :)

    In the US it is not normal to have 220 Volt on standard wall outlets.

    To check : buy a simple screwdriver with build-in neon light. That will show you by the strength of the light if it is 110 or 220 Volt.

    Even better : for about $ 15,00 you can buy a simple "universal meter" which techs use to measure the voltage.

    Success !
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    Jun 2, 2008, 04:40 PM
    DO NOT rely on a neon test light to check for 240v.

    A 120v receptacle will be visibly different from a 240v receptacle. The ONLY way to be sure is to test with a meter.
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