Can I operate a 230V, 50 Hz, 500 W german oscillating saw

[miforensic]

Can I operate a 230V, 50 Hz, 500 W German oscillating saw in the US? I purchased for it a 1000 W step-up voltage converter in order to convert to 110 V, 60 Hz electricity used here in US. I am worried that 1000 W may not be enough. I am using the unit for 3-4 minutes at a time, once a week.

 

[Bystander]

Those beautiful "Feins." Never had mine get hot, but it's made for U.S. mains. Kilowatt converter should keep it happy.

 

[miforensic]

Those beautiful "Feins." Never had mine get hot, but it's made for U.S. mains. Kilowatt converter should keep it happy.

Thank you, the unit is an "Elektrik Power" cast saw. I was worried about the switch from the German 230 V, 50 Hz to our 110 V 60 Hz and the overheating of the tool.

 

[Bystander]

Hz to our 110 V 60 Hz and

Wait a minute --- the converter does take 110 V 60 Hz and put out the 230 V 50 Hz?

 

[miforensic]

The 1000 W voltage converter is a step-up/step-down unit and I assume that being operated here in US will take 110 V and 60 Hz. The German tool is meant to operate under 230 V, 50 Hz and 500 W. The manufacturer just email me that it should work.

 

[Bystander]

Might run a little faster this side of the pond, 60 vs. 50 Hz. Thought I'd double-check you.

 

[Windadct]

If you can find the service manual - you may see the motor connections and determine what type it is using. If it is a universal motor you will probably be OK.