Running a UK bought machine in the USA

[MJohnH]

I have a Tormek 2000 sharpener, bought in the UK, so the motor is rated at 230v 50Hz. I can buy a step up transformer easily enough but I have no idea what the different frequency US voltage will do to the motor.
Will it just run faster, or will it not work at all?
Thanks for any help.

[Jeff Farris]

It will run about 20% faster than design, and the motor will run quite hot. Are you in the States permanently, or just for a while? If you'll be here permanently, I would recommend a new motor.

[MJohnH]

Thanks Jeff. I'll see how it goes then.