https://archivedforum.beoworld.org:443/forums/20.aspxThe North American market differs slightly from that in Europe. For those in Canada, Mexico and the USA, this forum will help resolve those differences and answer your questions.enCommunityServer 2008 SP2 (Build: 31104.93)https://archivedforum.beoworld.org:443/forums/thread/190539.aspxSun, 15 Mar 2009 15:34:40 GMT41a2a90c-3a1e-4bd3-b144-3883695a7f38:190539Steve at Sounds Heavenly0https://archivedforum.beoworld.org:443/forums/thread/190539.aspxhttps://archivedforum.beoworld.org:443/forums/commentrss.aspx?SectionID=20&PostID=190539<p>Hi Guy,</p> <p>My usual advice with power cords is: &quot;Don&#39;t solder them!&quot;&nbsp; The high voltages&nbsp;involved mean that you need to be certain of a good connection and suitable insulation to avoid the risk of fire or electric shock.&nbsp; Replacement power cords are&nbsp;readily available (Admittedly, I am biased here, because I sell them!) and the safest option is always to replace rather than to repair.</p> <p>However, if you are competent with a soldering iron and you are willing to accept the risks involved, I can confirm that the 2 pin &quot;figure of 8&quot; power cords can be connected either way without a problem, as the amps have a transformer and rectifier that will produce the correct internal DC voltage whichever way round the power cord is connected.</p> <p>Let me know if you need any help locating a replacement cable.</p> <p>Best regards,</p> <p>Steve.</p><div style="clear:both;"></div>https://archivedforum.beoworld.org:443/forums/thread/187408.aspxMon, 02 Mar 2009 23:12:47 GMT41a2a90c-3a1e-4bd3-b144-3883695a7f38:187408beoguy0https://archivedforum.beoworld.org:443/forums/thread/187408.aspxhttps://archivedforum.beoworld.org:443/forums/commentrss.aspx?SectionID=20&PostID=187408<p><img src="http://forum.beoworld.org/emoticons/01.gif" alt="Smile" /></p> <p>I&#39;ve picked up a couple of penta amps.&nbsp; Unfortunately, someone cut the power cords very close to the base.&nbsp; My question is:&nbsp; when I replace the cords and solder new ones on, is there a certain way they must be put on?&nbsp; Here in Canada we have polarized plugs, does this make a difference, or is it not important which side solders on to which side?</p> <p>Guy</p><div style="clear:both;"></div>