I was under the impression that motor voltage can be above or below the motor rating by 10%, with little in the way of problems. Theoretically, that would allow a 220V rated to perform in a 200V system, I take it. The motor worked fine in the states with 220. At 200, the start up torque wasn't sufficient. It was getting on to being an ancient motor, as mentioned. 60 cycles for both systems. I doubt it had a starting capacitor, as you have surmised. Perhaps that is essential for a situation like a heavy bandsaw, when dropping down in voltage.
