Can We Bring Our Washer And Dryer From The Us?

[cferg]

Hello!

We are curious if we can bring our washer and dryer from the US - both run off 220V and 60Hz (cycles). We understand that the current is 220V, 50Hz and that our 110V appliances will need a transformer to step up to 220V. My concern is the 50Hz versus the 60Hz since many appliances have motors that run at 60Hz. I have been told that the motors will run more slowly and could burn out.

We plan to buy transformers for our toaster, lamps, shavers, etc. And we'll buy the plug adapters for all the stuff that can be charged with either 110/220V and either 50/60Hz - like one of our TVs and some of out electronic chargers.

Thanks!
Caryn Ferguson

 

[brandon]

Interesting question, I searched around a little and found this answer
http://www.gohz.com/can-i-run-a-50hz-motor-on-60hz-power-supply

Seems like it would be best to use a transformer on the washer/dryer.
Was just looking for a dryer to buy here, seems only Philco brand is available and is about u$800.
http://www.rodo.com.ar/hogar/lavado-y-secado/secarropas/philco-secarropas-por-condensacion-dr-ph70.html
There are several more washer brands/types available.

Hello!

We are curious if we can bring our washer and dryer from the US - both run off 220V and 60Hz (cycles). We understand that the current is 220V, 50Hz and that our 110V appliances will need a transformer to step up to 220V. My concern is the 50Hz versus the 60Hz since many appliances have motors that run at 60Hz. I have been told that the motors will run more slowly and could burn out.

We plan to buy transformers for our toaster, lamps, shavers, etc. And we'll buy the plug adapters for all the stuff that can be charged with either 110/220V and either 50/60Hz - like one of our TVs and some of out electronic chargers.

Thanks!
Caryn Ferguson

 

[RodalfoWalsh]

50hz means the motor will spin 5/6ths of the speed it will at 60hz. That is generally not a problem. It's more often a problem if it's spinning at 6/5ths the speed.

 

[RodalfoWalsh]

Bring the dryer for sure I ended up buying a 20 year old GE dryer that had been brought from the U.S. for an obscene amount of money. There is nothing available here.

Also you don't need transformers for most lamps.

 

[Redbeanz]

I'm curious about the cost of getting those enormously heavy appliances from the U.S. to Argentina. Wouldn't that be prohibitive?

 

[RodalfoWalsh]

I'm assuming he's shipping it with the rest of his stuff. As long as it all fits in the container, there's not any marginal cost to bringing the appliances.

 

[hannstew]

I brought in my dryer from the US when I came here (w/container). Its still running too.. We had to change the plug connector because it has a different config of prongs but not a problem..

 

[Redbeanz]

I'm assuming he's shipping it with the rest of his stuff. As long as it all fits in the container, there's not any marginal cost to bringing the appliances.

I had assumed that container charges were based on weight, not just volume. Interesting. Thanks!

 

[ghost]

the washer is easy, it's just a transformer. The dryer is a no go. Your electric dryer runs on 220 2 cycle.and 110 for the clock, timer, light bulb and the circuit board. Argentina is 220 single cycle. The conversion is very, very expensive. Bring a gas dryer then all you need is a transformer for the 110 motor etc. But remember, most houses here do not have an exit for the dryer you will need to bring your exit hose. Or a new one.
This is from some rather expensive personal experience.
Also some electricians here will tell you that they can do the conversion. This is not the case. And it's not worth it.
The washers and dryers here are useless and basically junk.

 

[TomAtAlki]

I bought an LG washer here, love it. I don't use a dryer, but send large and heavy items ( sheets & towels) to the wash and fold. That works fine for us, but we don't have kids. If you have a larger family you'll want a dryer. They are difficult to find here.
Nancy