I want to use this trimmer for edging. I don't see any instructions for using it in this mode. What do I have to do to use it for edging?
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Husqvarna sells an edging attachment for this and other trimmer models. Go to their website and make sure that you pick the right one. I think you can expect to pay around $180 to $200 dollars for the attachment. I have not use my trimmer for anything like this yet so I can't tell you how well it works.
1724023
I have never done this. However, I have seen this done by professional gardeners. They typically remove the guard and hold the trimmer head at a 90 deg angle to the ground. I do not recommend that you remove the guard.There is a straight handle that comes off the primary handle. Use this to hold the trimmer head in this position. Good luck.
1724024
you don't require a special attachment to do edging. simply turn the trimmer to where the line is on the edging side of the sidewalk, street grass line and start edging. it will take a little practice but you will see how well it edges. do not remove the guard as that is totally unnecessary. take your time and you will get the hng of it. the carburator on trimmers are meant to be turned sideways, upside down...with no problems whatsoever.
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Bend the sides down, like it shows in the pictures, into a U shape. Put it against the hair, then twist the handles...and do it quickly. Remember, this is essentially a giant tweezer. You're catching hair between metal and then yarding it out of your skin. It is not difficult, and if you can't figure out from written descriptions, there are plenty of tutorials on youtube. The seller shouldn't have to send instructions, it isn't that difficult. ....Seriously just look at the picture and experiment.
843340
This lawn edger is designed for cutting an edge or trim under a fence. You need to look for tiller, they come in many sizes and are less expensive.
1330300
my husband says that this does work to tilt it and use it as an edger, but he had no tips or tricks for doing this. I hope this helps you some!
2040808
It is capable of trenching or edging in either position. It is common to be in the down position for edging and in the upper position for trenching but if you have say a concrete edge it would be in the down position for edging or trenching. The upper position is for freehand trenching without the edge guide in use. It is really a great machine!
1095742
The blade model should be somewhere on the blades if you take them off the clippers, add for the combs, it's an edger you don't use it with combs
1494251
Mine did not come with a guide so that it depends on your skill to keep a straight line I suppose. I use a BD edger for that purpose.
356308
How easy or difficult is it to change from trimmer to edger and back again? Would you purchase this product if you were a person of slight build and very short with moderate strength. If not, does Greenworks have another product you have used previously or have knowledge of?
836012
The wg160 has a slot on the bottom and on the side to moves the wheels to the bottom for mini mower mode or place them on the side for edging mode. Or remove the wheels all together to provide a lighter weight for free hand edging. Hope this helps.
1698573
You can. The problem is, there's a pretty good degree of length between the lowest setting, and using the trimmer without the guide. Would be great if there was one more setting between. But it slides right off. Hope that was helpful.
388227
Unfortunately, I am down in FL for winter and don't have trimmer or paperwork available. It is not light and may be tedious for a person with limited strength. I initially had trouble with the starter cord and on-off switch, but both were resolved.
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Is it supposed to?? Yes. Mine does. I love this edger/trimmer. When I edge, I hit the button a couple times to let out more line every so many feet or when the edger sounds different.
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Just 1, 2, and 3. I have another trimmer with cut length adjustable via a slide, and that doesn't have precise dimensions, either... just 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. I think they're just trying to keep things simple. Try the longest length first, and if that's not short enough, go to the next size shorter, etc. I should also mention there is a length "0" also... take the comb off completely, and it's great for edging.
1573312
Sorry, just got mine so only just used it a couple time. I had a another hedge trimmer for many years and never had it sharpened and it worked just fine. Not really sure how it could be sharpened. I do oil the blades with each use. That seems to keep them in good shape.
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I sure don't need all the settings. I take the guard off for edging and put it on for trimming. The settings don't do anything for me, and I am quite pleased with it. I wasn't looking for anything fancy, just a good easy to use trimmer. Does the job for me.
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I hope I can explain this properly. Here goes: Turn the trimmer upside down and put the spool with the writing and the arrow up so you can read it. Put the end of the string through the hole in the side of the spool holder, then put the cover on until the two side pieces snap into the holder, if you don't here a snap turn it till you do as this is what holds the cover on. That is all thee is to it. Good luck
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Our trimmer is new, so it has not needed sharpening yet, however, there are many articles to tell you how to do it yourself, such as on www.gardenguides.com/67541-sharpen-black-decker-electric-hedge... They say it is cheaper, however , I would have someone else do it , due to my limited skills. :-)