Electrical experts?

**1vanvan1** · 19th November 2009, 16:29

I need some help. I bought a mini fridge for the car but i want to use it inside also. It says on the box that it is 12v and plus into your car ciggerette lighter. Then it also says safe for indoor use with a safe adapter. It also has on the box 220v-240v 50Hz.

It is basically this

http://www.made-in-china.com/showroo...JY-A-15L-.html

Well its the exact same model..

So my question is. What sort of adapter is safe that i need to buy!?

Cheers!

**p.dath** · 19th November 2009, 17:09

Originally Posted by 1vanvan1

I need some help. I bought a mini fridge for the car but i want to use it inside also. It says on the box that it is 12v and plus into your car ciggerette lighter. Then it also says safe for indoor use with a safe adapter. It also has on the box 220v-240v 50Hz.

It is basically this

http://www.made-in-china.com/showroo...JY-A-15L-.html

Well its the exact same model..

So my question is. What sort of adapter is safe that i need to buy!?

Cheers!

I would say as long as the cord complies with NZ standards and your using it inside you should be fine.

**KiwiGs** · 19th November 2009, 17:34

As long as it is in the (200/240)-12v mode and the plug fits you should be right.
If the plug doesnt fit you can get an adapter. But you would be better with a new plug long term...

**1vanvan1** · 19th November 2009, 17:45

Originally Posted by p.dath

I would say as long as the cord complies with NZ standards and your using it inside you should be fine.

Originally Posted by KiwiGs

As long as it is in the (200/240)-12v mode and the plug fits you should be right.
If the plug doesnt fit you can get an adapter. But you would be better with a new plug long term...

So something like this?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/List...x?id=253685708

**steve_t** · 19th November 2009, 18:04

You can get adapters with varying mA outputs. Just make sure it's at least the same. Can an electronics guru confirm whether or not an adaptor that says '12V 1A output' is OK or would blow the thing up if it's designed to run with a 12V 500mA adaptor?

**vindy500** · 19th November 2009, 18:45

3) Built-in dual 100~120V/12V or 200~240V/12V power supply for indoor use

should just be able to plug in to mains with a jug cord or something. what kind of holes does it have on the back

**KiwiGs** · 19th November 2009, 18:53

What vindy500 said. It should have a lead with it.
The plug on the end of it may need to be changed...

**1vanvan1** · 19th November 2009, 19:12

Originally Posted by vindy500

3) Built-in dual 100~120V/12V or 200~240V/12V power supply for indoor use

should just be able to plug in to mains with a jug cord or something. what kind of holes does it have on the back

it's got 2 prongs. Kinda like the old ps2. But the prongs are smaller. And it says next to the plug 12v.

It's a weird shaped one I've never seen before

**zahria** · 19th November 2009, 19:15

Originally Posted by 1vanvan1

it's got 2 prongs. Kinda like the old ps2. But the prongs are smaller. And it says next to the plug 12v.

It's a weird shaped one I've never seen before

An electrician will put a new plug on for you, and certify it as well, if it complies.
It has its own power supply, just make sure its set on the right voltage.
Wouldn't hurt to have an RCD on it too.
Chinese stuff can be a worry.

**1vanvan1** · 19th November 2009, 19:19

Originally Posted by zahria

An electrician will put a new plug on for you, and certify it as well, if it complies.
It has its own power supply, just make sure its set on the right voltage.
Wouldn't hurt to have an RCD on it too.
Chinese stuff can be a worry.

So what do you suggest I do? Would an adapter work or is it best to take it to an electrician? Would it be expensive to get done??

**imdying** · 19th November 2009, 19:26

If it's 12v only, then you want a 12v 5A plug pack.

FWIW, I have a smaller version, and it has a 2 pin 240v cable going to the internal 240/12 convertor.

**1vanvan1** · 19th November 2009, 19:32

Originally Posted by imdying

If it's 12v only, then you want a 12v 5A plug pack.

FWIW, I have a smaller version, and it has a 2 pin 240v cable going to the internal 240/12 convertor.

so yours started with a plus that plugs into your car?

**zahria** · 19th November 2009, 19:36

Originally Posted by 1vanvan1

So what do you suggest I do? Would an adapter work or is it best to take it to an electrician? Would it be expensive to get done??

I suggest you get an electrician to wire a new plug on it, it already has an inboard power supply, should be an easy job to do.
The best thing from that is that it will be compliant, and you will have a tag to prove it.
Should be an hours labour tops.
I'm a sparky.

**1vanvan1** · 19th November 2009, 19:40

Originally Posted by zahria

I suggest you get an electrician to wire a new plug on it, it already has an inboard power supply, should be an easy job to do.
The best thing from that is that it will be compliant, and you will have a tag to prove it.
Should be an hours labour tops.
I'm a sparky.

Ok, any ideas on cost?