I am a 70 yr old, 5', 115# woman. I am in good health and I take frequent breaks when working in the yard. Can I handle this trimmer?
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From the tone of your question.. I think you could handle a chain saw..! I love your spunk! You can do it. The line it comes with is average. An upgraded line and this product will work well for you. I really like this tool. I also have the cordless. Go for the cord..!
809195
This is a very lightweight tool at 5.5 lbs. It is electric so you will need to use it with an extension cord. Users of all types can operate this tool.
809196
This would be probably a good option for you, though dragging the cord around is a bit of a nuisance. It would be lighter than a rechargeable one, and not having to bump it to extend the line is a plus. I will say that every trimmer I've used requires you to manually unwind the spool when it gets low, which is always aggravating.
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I am a woman 5'4" yes you could use it I did. It doesn't seem so happy at first but it does get heavy fast. The key is to use it about 10 minutes and then take a big break
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I think something is wrong. I'm a 79 yr old female (105#) and I can alter the height. Usually long grass might need cutting at 3.5". I usually do 3" tall strips......rake if necessary and then lower to 2" height and cut again. I'm very happy with this mowing gem. It's good exercise :) Anngee
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It will depend on the setting that you leave the trimmer on while running it. There is a dial that allows you to adjust the RPM's based on need. I think you would easily be able to get an hour worth of trimming out of it at it's lowest setting. If you had it on 10 (max) you might get 40 minutes of actual trimming time out of it. I have found that the low setting works just fine for trimming grass and small weeds, if I have a thick patch I just bump it up for the need then dial it back down. You should be fine with this trimmer.
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it might be a bit top heavy, I have multiple height ladders and found out a 6ft. gives you more reach than usually needed. If you are trying to trim at 20 ft or higher I would recommend a professional swinging branches from that height can be dangerous.
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I thought I answered this. Generally speaking, I do not know how strong you are, but the trimmer is pretty light for the amount of area it cuts. I would say keep the trimmer chest high or lower when cutting and you should be fine.
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I took mine toa mower shop. He said I don't pull hard enough! I am we over 80! I went to electric
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I have a standard sized yard (0.5 acre lot). I would estimate that I user trimmer 20-30 minutes at a time. I can use it two or three times without having to recharge.
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Hardly, Anna. I'm a 66-yr-old woman who can manage the unit just fine. Although, your arm would likely get a little tired if working above your head for very long.
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You would totally be able to handle it. It's super light and maneuvers well. However, the battery life would probably not hold up to 8000 sq ft. We had a 3000 sq ft lawn (took it out this fall because of the drought in ca) and it would take me two days of charging and mowing to get it done. The battery was just not great. I was able to extend it a little by taking the bag off of the bag and mulching the grass, but it still didn't last for the whole lawn. And yes, the battery sits on top and you just pick it up with the handle. Super easy.
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Dear, Unfortunately yes, another issue is that the accessory for adjusting the fine trimming is not working also(design deficiency) which make it really useless trimmer. Regards,
1970677
Not too heavy to use, but it sure would be a workout. I've found that raising it in the air then striking down & prying it side to side worked best. I made the strikes in a square pattern then used a traditional post hole digger to remove the broken up soil. I'm 66 and 5'7'. Still a workout, but a short rest between cycles & persistence works. Still better & faster than the traditional post hole digger alone. Good Luck
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yes all you do is turn it or some lever - I only used it about 3 times, LONG LIVE ELECTRIC WEEDEATERS! well made, but at 66 yrs. old and not in shape!! was a little too heavy but that's just me, anyone else could handle it easily.
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Once you press both the safety button and power button you can let up on the safety button....then, as long as you do not stop the cutting action, you only have to hold down the power button....I am a woman and have smaller hands.....works for me! This is the best hand clipper I have ever had...love it, despite all the obnoxious safety hoops a person has to jump thru these days.
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I have never used it until the battery was completely depleted; however on one occasion I used it for 45 minutes with no loss in power but the battery was showing empty. I am impressed with the speed of the battery recharge; with two batteries you have almost continuous battery power.This is not a heavy duty trimmer for an acreage property; after all it is a one string trimmer. For my heavy trimming I still use a heavy duty gas trimmer. This said, for trimming around yard edges, bushes and for edging sidewalks, it is outstanding. I would definitely but it again.
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that may be your option as our snapper performs very well. my wife likes to mow and is disabled and does not have any problems. sorry.
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If you feel it's too heavy, buy a strap. It's built tough and with proper maintenance will last forever. I'm on year three and it still starts and does the job perfectly every time. I have the blower and pole saw attachments as well and I've really put this trimmer through the ringer. Buy it, love it.