I want to use a monophasic 230/240 volts chainsaw coming from Europ in USA. I have biphasic 240 Volt outlet in my new US house. Can I just connect the two 125 volts phases to get a 240 volts monophasic?
On the chainsaw there are two wires: one is phase and the other is neutral.
Thank you for your help.
Thank you for your answers. I have been using electric chain saws for more than 20 years as a non professionnel. Less maintenance and less noise.
Of course I would use proper outlets for the connections.
My questions are:
1- Is there a risk that I damage any part of the installation or switches panel if I connect the two phases together in a European female plug in order to plug in my chainsaw?
2- Do I risk to damage the chainsaw if I plug it in that female plug and start it?
Thank you again for your help.
Best Answer
The two 120V legs of household wiring are 180 degfees out of phase with each other, which is how we get 240V for stoves and workshops and the like. Yor really (REALLY!) should have a proper 240V outlet installed for that tool to plug into, preferably with a 240V GFCI since you will presumably be working outside.
Remember that an electric chainsaw is just as dangerous as a gas chainsaw, plus the risk of cutting the power cord. Proper safety equipment and training is essential.