Arcam Alpha 8 conversion from 220v to 115v

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I want to change my Arcam Alpha 8 amp back to run on 115v. I switched it to 220v while I was living in the UK but now back in Canada need to switch it back to 115v. Except I forget what the original fuse arrangement was. It's presently configured for 220v. There are 2 fuse holders located behind the power switch. The fuse holder closest to the front panel has a fuse in it. The holder behind is empty. There is also what appears to be a spare fuse sitting in a little clip nearby. Do I simply move the fuse from the first holder to the second? Or do I add the spare fuse to the empty fuse holder? Anybody know? I emailed Arcam but they're taking their time in responding! Thanks! Joel

[Andy5112405]

Arcam rarely respond to e-mails. Better to phone them.

[Andy5112405]

Try looking at the Arcam 10 circuit diagram.

http://www.acousticpsychos.com/Files...10P-pwr-sm.pdf

Although different they may use similar topology.

There seems to be a link that needs to be moved as well as changing the fuse configuration.

[Andy5112405]

In the Arcam 8P there are two fuses:

SELECT VOLTAGE
BY FITTING FS201 (240V)
OR FS202 (115V)

The circuit diagrams are already listed under Solid State.

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Thanks Andy. I will check out your suggestions.

[Andy5112405]

For those who cant seem to find the link.

Here is the Mains Input part of the 7R, 8R and 8P power amplifiers.

[Andy5112405]

Originally Posted by Andy5112405

Try looking at the Arcam 10 circuit diagram.

http://www.acousticpsychos.com/Files...10P-pwr-sm.pdf

Although different they may use similar topology.

There seems to be a link that needs to be moved as well as changing the fuse configuration.

If you look closely they are VERY VERY similar. Just use one of the two fuse positions in the 10P as well.