electricity in france operates on 220 volts. electricity in the us operates on 110 volts. therefore,...
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Electricity in France operates on 220 Volts.Electricity in the US operates on 110 volts.Therefore, American appliances do not work in
France unless they have dual-voltage capability. (or unless you use a converter).
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Using a voltage converter is not always totally successful.
Try not to bring appliances. Hotel rooms almost always have hairdryers.
Please Note:Appliances may work at partial power. In
some cases a converter can damage the motor.
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Adapter PlugsIn France, wall plugs have round holes. An
adapter is required to allow American appliances to be plugged in.
Wall Plug Adapter plug with two round prongs
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This French flat iron shows the French two-round-prong style plug.
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Rechargeable batteries (cameras, cell phones) need an adapter plug, but not
usually a converter.
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Hallway LightsThe French are very careful about
conserving energy. In some hotels, the hallways are dark unless somebody is in them. Often you need to press a button to get the lights to come on temporarily. (Illuminated buttons are spaced throughout the hallways).
Some lights are motion-activated.