Andreas asked about running a bread machine manufactured for the US
market in Europe.
Two problems arise in trying to do so. The first is that the standard
for electrical power throughout the US is 110 volts alternating current
(AC) at 60 Hertz (Hz). European electrical power is 220 volts AC at 50
Hz. While it is true that you can use a transformer to cut the voltage
to an acceptable level, the frequency will remain at 50 Hz, and each of
the timing steps the bread machine performs will be about 20 percent
too long. There are devices available that can convert both the voltage
and frequency to the US standard, but most of them are intended for
running laptop computers and other devices that do not consume much
power. A really good electrical appliance shop may be able to help you.
Failing that, you might want to contact ABM manufacturers and ask
whether they have models capable of running off the European electrical
standard. Since most ABMs are manufactured for the US market, you may
be out of luck.
I hope this helps.
Quinn
Irvine, California, US of A