Wadia voltage change

I need to change a Wadia 301 and a 302 from 120v to 240v operation? Is there an easy way to do this (jumpers / switches or whatever inside the units) or do I have to replace the power supplies?

Thanks,

Malcolm

malcolm10005-04-2004 7:13pm

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fatparrot Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,314 posts 05-05-2004 at 12:54am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Most equipment will have 2 or more taps on the primary side of the power transformer, so that a manufacturer won't have to stock several power transformers for the different voltages in use worldwide. You will have to change the fuse (half the amp rating going from 120V to 240V, and double the fuse amp rating when going from 240V to 120V.)
jadem6 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,074 posts 05-05-2004 at 01:15pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete talk to the guys at great northern sound, they specialize in custom upgrades for Wadia, they will be able to walk you through it. The guy who started G.N.S. used to be a tech at Wadia. http://www.greatnorthernsound.com/
gnsc Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 42 posts 05-05-2004 at 02:24pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Voltage changes should be coordinated through Wadia...
malcolm100 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2 posts 05-08-2004 at 06:58am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Thanks everyone. Malcolm
markvetnz Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 20 posts 05-19-2004 at 07:12am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have a 301. A tech in Auckland changed it from 120 to 240V for mw - no problems. Cost NZ$90 - about $60US. Any tech should be able to rewire it for you.

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