I've noticed some equipment electrical motor specs say 110/230 volts. Does anyone know if this means there is an easy internal wiring change that can be made, or is a motor either 110-120 or 220-230. I probably should just learn to set up a 220 circuit. Thanks.
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- Thread starter RARanney
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It means the motor will run off either voltage, depending on how you hook the power up to it. Look for a diagram on the cover over the terminals, or on the outside of the motor.
Personally, I prefer to use 220 whenever possible.
Wiring up a 220 circuit from the panel is a fairly easy proposition, but just to be safe, get a book on wiring from your local hardware store, or ask an electrician to help you. I cannot overemphasize the importance of doing the wiring by the book, so if in doubt, ask for professional help, so you get it done correctly, and don't end up getting electrocuted, or burning your shop down.
Again, SAFETY FIRST!
Personally, I prefer to use 220 whenever possible.
Wiring up a 220 circuit from the panel is a fairly easy proposition, but just to be safe, get a book on wiring from your local hardware store, or ask an electrician to help you. I cannot overemphasize the importance of doing the wiring by the book, so if in doubt, ask for professional help, so you get it done correctly, and don't end up getting electrocuted, or burning your shop down.
Again, SAFETY FIRST!
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Yes, motors so marked can usually be wired either way.
Generally, there is a wiring diagram, either on the motor itself, or on/inside the junction box. Dang, but AC motors have a lot of wires.
Here is a site that has schematic diagrams, for future reference.
http://shop.emotorstore.com/estore/TD_Schematic_Diagrams.asp
Generally, there is a wiring diagram, either on the motor itself, or on/inside the junction box. Dang, but AC motors have a lot of wires.
Here is a site that has schematic diagrams, for future reference.
http://shop.emotorstore.com/estore/TD_Schematic_Diagrams.asp