This video details the steps to convert your bandsaw from 110V to 220V.

Please see the steps below if you'd like to follow along.

Converting G0555 Band Saw to 220 Volts

Note: Always prioritize safety and follow the specific instructions provided in your owner's manual.

Safety First

• Always unplug the machine before making any modifications.

Preparation

1. Gather materials: Prepare a new 220-volt plug, wire nuts, and a wire stripper.

Disassembly

2. Unplug the machine: Disconnect the band saw from the 110-volt power supply.
3. Remove old plug: Cut off the existing 110-volt plug.
4. Access wiring: Open the wire box cover to expose the wires.

Rewiring

5. Disconnect wires: Remove the existing wire nuts, but leave the ground wire connected.
6. Connect motor wires: Connect the black and yellow motor wires together using a wire nut.
7. Connect power wires: Connect the red motor wire and white power wire together using another wire nut.
8. Connect remaining wires: Connect the white motor wire and a black power wire together using the third wire nut.
9. Replace cover: Close the wire box cover.

Install New Plug

10. Prepare wires: Strip the insulation from the ends of the power cord wires.
11. Connect wires: Connect the black and white wires to the flat terminals of the new 220-volt plug, and the green wire to the ground terminal.
12. Secure connections: Tighten all screws on the plug to ensure secure connections.

Reassembly

13. Test operation: Once the conversion is complete, test the band saw with the new 220-volt power supply.