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 The
Outdoor Trimmer – Four
Features to Keep in Mind
when Selecting the One
That’s Right for You
By Dan Fenstemaker,
Inventor of the Original
INTELETOOL
When looking for the
right outdoor trimmer,
keep the following
design features in mind.
In this article, I will
focus on electric
outdoor trimmers.
Electric outdoor
trimmers are cleaner for
the environment and can
be easier to use and
maintain. Use the
following features to
find the right quality
trimmer for your outdoor
trimming needs.
Ergonomic Design
An ergonomic design
usually includes a
properly curved handle
that allows the user to
grip the trimmer at
various angles for
better, safer,
maneuverability. It also
means that the outdoor
trimmer has been
designed to be well
balanced. A well
balanced trimmer reduces
stress to your forearms
and wrists, and it also
makes the unit safer to
use.
Cordless Power
Using a cordless,
rechargeable outdoor
trimmer can be both more
convenient and safer. A
cordless outdoor trimmer
is safer because you do
not have a long
extension cord trailing
behind you across the
yard that can become
tangled or hung up, and
you also eliminate the
chance of accidentally
cutting the power cord
as you work.
One drawback of the
cordless outdoor trimmer
is forgetting to have it
charged. To avoid the
frustration of needing
your unit and finding it
uncharged, purchase a
model that allows the
battery to be removed
and recharged. Then,
each time you install a
charged battery, take
the uncharged battery
and put it on the
charging unit. This way,
you will always have a
trimmer that’s ready to
go.
Interchangeable
Blades
Typically
interchangeable blade
systems include two
types of blades. There
is a smaller grass
clipper for cutting
grass in tight areas or
around flower beds.
Then, there is a larger
hedge clipper that
allows for faster
cutting of larger hedges
and bushes. Look for an
easy to use
Interchangeable blade
system so converting
from one blade to
another is simple and
safe.
Extension Handle
Some outdoor trimmer
manufacturers offer an
optional extension
handle which is great to
use if you are trimming
at lower heights and
want to reduce stress on
your back or legs. An
extension handle also
helps your unit to be
more versatile and
handle jobs at various
heights without having
to use a ladder.
Conclusion
As always, find the
highest quality material
and design. Ask
professionals for the
makers they recommend,
or ask your local lawn
and garden store expert.
Saving twenty or thirty
bucks may not be that
attractive if you save
it on equipment that
doesn’t stand up to
regular use.
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Dan Fenstemaker is an
outdoor trimmer expert.
For more great
information on
purchasing a great
outdoor trimmer,
visit
http://www.inteletool.com. |
