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    Running a motor at overvoltage

    Insulation breakdown will cause the motor to fail. Heat is the major factor, for every 10deg rise in temp above the rated ambient you decrease the insulation strength by 1/2. Also if there are any controls in the circuit; automatic thermal trips etc. they'll overheat aswell with the overvoltage...
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