Where a grass trimmer is available, the lawn edge and bed border can be cut in no time. Of course, this useful garden tool has its pitfalls. The rapidly rotating thread in particular can cause problems. These tips reveal how to use a brush cutter correctly.
How to use a grass trimmer correctly?
To use a grass trimmer correctly, you should first mow the lawn, then trim the edges, check the line spool and motor, wear protective clothing and hold the device with both hands. Never trim wet grass and switch off the device before working on the trimmer head.
Preparing to trim the lawn correctly – this is what you should pay attention to
The rule of thumb for using a grass trimmer correctly is: mow the lawn first and only then trim the edges. Before you start working with the brush cutter, check the thread spool and the motor head for movement. Have a spare spool or spare blade (€7.00 on Amazon) ready. Nothing is more annoying than having to interrupt trimming work to get a replacement at the nearest hardware store.
Ensure that the power supply works smoothly. For an electric grass trimmer, the extension cord should cover the entire work area. Accumulators should be fully charged. A full tank of petrol-powered brush cutters is recommended.
Use the lawn trimmer safely and effectively – How to do it
Sturdy shoes and sturdy clothing are among the most important criteria if you want to use a grass trimmer correctly. Ideally, the trouser legs and sleeves should lie close to the body so that nothing can get tangled in the running device. Please wear safety glasses as the rotation can throw twigs and small stones around. How to use your grass trimmer properly:
- Never trim wet grass
- Start the device on the part of the lawn that has already been mown
- Hold the grass trimmer with both hands
- Swing slowly from left to right and vice versa
- Start on the left side of the work surface so that clippings do not hinder the work
- Successively cut off long grasses from top to bottom, layer by layer
If you are carrying out work on the trimmer head, switch the device off completely beforehand. For example, if the thread breaks, first unplug the plug, remove the battery, or disconnect the spark plug cable before rethreading the thread or changing the bobbin.
Tip
If an electric grass trimmer doesn't start, a lack of power is the problem. However, if a petrol-powered brush cutter consistently refuses to work, you cannot avoid a detailed analysis. Lack of fuel, incorrectly adjusted choke and dirty spark plug have emerged as the top 3 most common causes.
