Hi all, I'm not at all a DIYer so apologies in advance for my stupidity. I live overseas and bought a Johnson temp controller. I ordered the Johnson A419ABG-3C, to be exact. I did a lot of research on here about the different 419 models, and from what I understand, there are basically two models -- one that is duel 110/240v and one that is 24VAC. It seems that the different model numbers for the A419A are just references to longer leads, longer temp probes, etc.
The one I ordered came pre-wired for 110v -- I just figured I'd re-wire (with appropriate gauge wire) for 220v. When I got my controller, the technical specs sheet says 110v input only. I assume this is because it's pre-wired for 110v, but went ahead and emailed the company I ordered from to be sure. I explained my story to the company and they told me that I should return it -- that it's not able to be converted/re-wired for 220v.
So...I took it apart and it seems there's a spot for a 240v input. I think I just answered my question -- but want to make sure not to blow the thing up. Did I just get bad advice from the company? Am I missing anything or can I go ahead and wire for 220v?
Appreciate any help you guys/gals can give a newbie.
Thanks much,
Dan
The one I ordered came pre-wired for 110v -- I just figured I'd re-wire (with appropriate gauge wire) for 220v. When I got my controller, the technical specs sheet says 110v input only. I assume this is because it's pre-wired for 110v, but went ahead and emailed the company I ordered from to be sure. I explained my story to the company and they told me that I should return it -- that it's not able to be converted/re-wired for 220v.
So...I took it apart and it seems there's a spot for a 240v input. I think I just answered my question -- but want to make sure not to blow the thing up. Did I just get bad advice from the company? Am I missing anything or can I go ahead and wire for 220v?
Appreciate any help you guys/gals can give a newbie.
Thanks much,
Dan