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General International Table Saw conversion

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#1 · (Edited by Moderator)
Hello all. You'll have to excuse my inexperience with electrical work as I am a total newb. I have a question regarding the General International 50-200r table saw. I see that it comes pre-wired for 220v, but is capable of running off of 110v. This is a perfect scenario for me as I am currently in a garage with no 220v access, but will be moving in the next year or so to a new location with 220v availability. I am able to buy this saw right now at 200$ off through my local hardware store, which is a limited time offer. So I would hate to pass on the opportunity. My question is, how hard is it to convert this saw to 110v? Other than just changing out the wire, do I have to buy any extra kits or adapters? I would hate to save 200$ on the price of the saw, but then have to dump it back in to a conversion kit or something. Thanks in advanced for any info on this topic.
 
#2 ·
Not sure on this saw but most motors it's really easy. Just change the wires inside the motor around. Some you just move them to different wire nuts or posts.
Some, you just turn a switch, simple as that.

The owner's manual should have it in there how to do it, and if not, online should be some kind of manual for the motor.
 
#6 ·
Yes this is a 5 minute job. I have this saw and I had to convert to 120 for the first little while. Then I changed it back when I ran a 240v circuit to my garage. The wiring in the box on the saw is simple. Once you have the motor changed then chang the cord end and you're done.
 
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