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You didn’t indicate if it was gas or electric. Either way the plant has to go. if it’s electric, see if you can see the fan blade on the motor. Take s small screwdriver and try and turn the motor backwards, which would open the blades. Be careful and dorn’t force it and break the fan. Pay close attention on which direction will move the blade.
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Checking for debris or damaged blades: Visually inspect the blades and confirm there is no debris stopping the blades from moving. If there is debris ensure the machine is powered off when removing any blockages. Check the blades for any damage as a damaged cutting blade could cause the machine to stop working.
Many people don`t realize that hedge trimmers can cause extensive damage to plants by creating split, jagged ends on branches and by cutting leaves in half. They`re often seen as faster and more efficient than hand pruning.
For best operation and longer blade life, lubricate the hedge trimmer blade with a lightweight machine oil before and after each use.
REGULAR CLEANING
While using your Hedge Trimmer, it`s common for debris and sap to become lodged in the cutting blades. This can cause the blades to bind, making trimming more difficult, and even cause the engine to overheat. Regular cleaning can help prevent damage to your tool.
It`s not necessary to lubricate the blades of a hedge trimmer to prevent rusting because they are pre-hardened rust resistant steel. However, you can use a lubricant to clean the blades, we recommend a light spray on lubricant such as WD-40 to give a thin coating.
Proper maintenance and lubrication of your hedge trimmer`s blades will usually prevent this from occurring. A good degreaser cleaner will help fix this problem and sometimes you may be able to use a small screw driver or brush to remove any build up you come across.
The air filter may be clogged or dirty. If the air filter is clogged, the engine will get too much fuel and not enough air. As a result, the engine may stall. If the air filter is clogged, replace it.
Can I use a hedge trimmer on tree branches? Hedge trimmers are specially designed for the super thin, lightweight twigs and leaves of a hedge or bush. Their grooves are about ¾ of an inch to half an inch wide at most, and when you compare that to the size of your tree`s branches, it`s just not the right fit.
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How to sharpen stihl gas power trimmer
ANSWER : Sharpen with a flat file. Its a long process as each tooth has 2 cutting edges. There are companies that will do this properly at cost.
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How do you sharpen the hedge trimmer. It is the homelite handy hedge 2.7 17 inch blade
ANSWER : DREMEL STONE WORKS THE BEST. THEY SUGGEST TO REPLACE BLADES
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My trimmer slows down when applied to material to cut; on its own it runs fine. its electric & feels like its going to stall when you’re cutting. what gives?
ANSWER : Take it apart and clean the slip rings and brushes
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Trimmer starts and runs for 15 seconds and stops. won’t start for a few minutes and does the same ,
ANSWER : Check the air filter, replace the fuel if it is last year’s, clean the spark plug or replace. Also lube the blade. Good luck…Lee
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Blades wont move when power connected. Stripped it down. Motor is fine. I think it must be the gears attached to the blade unit
ANSWER : Either the gears, OR SOME machines have a “CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH” [a safety feature] between the engine and the blades.
IF your machine has this feature, then it’s possible that the clutch has worn out and is slipping so badly that the blade won’t move.
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Baldes locked up – Remington At3017b Hedge Wizard
ANSWER : Ensure blades are sharpened. If there are burs on blades they can seize.Blades should be lubricated with WD40 , waste oil or other lubricant.The bolts holding the two blades together shouldn’t be too tight.
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How do i start my homelite ht -17 hedge trimmer
ANSWER : It sounds like your throttle cable is to long i have the same problem with mine… when starting up pull the throttle full on with your finger whilst you have it set on choke. best to do this on a very flat surface.
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Can black and decker electric hedge clippers be replaced?
ANSWER : Simple answer NO
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