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Can you plug 230V 60Hz appliances into 230V 50Hz outlets?

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Depends on the appliance. Incandescent light bulbs, no problem. Fluorescent lamps - maybe. Appliances with induction motors like refrigerators, no. Things like hair dryers, probably OK. Check the label or manual of the appliance.

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