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  1. 2nd December 2011, 01:21 PM #1
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    Default Woodfast MC908 Lathe question

    I just inherited a used Woodfast MC908 lathe from my grandfather. I got it home and realized that the power plug does not fit my electrical outlets. Now, I do not know ANYTHING about electricity so I need some help. I'm assuming this is a 220v plug and my outlets are 120v. Is it possible that with this lathe I could wire it to run on 120v?

    In this user manual it says: Motor (1ph. or 3ph.) General use .55kW
    Heavy work .75kW

    what does that even mean???

    Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

    Chris
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    what does that even mean???
    It means get an electrician.
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    Quote Originally Posted by View Post
    It means get an electrician.
    What he said (and said very well, I might add).

    If you have an electric clothes dryer, it MIGHT be connected to a 220v outlet, but would probably be in the wrong location for your shop anyway.

    Do it right - hire an electrician.

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