How to Use Your Pole Hedge Trimmer
A pole hedge trimmer has many uses. One is for trimming hedges, particularly overgrown ones that may become dangerous. Another use is as a straight edged edger. There are other types of pole hedge trimmers that are cordless and offer more versatility in working space. You can trim trees and bushes in your yard and garden or create an attractive pathway with a straight edge.
A pole hedge trimmer works by cutting an edge around a tree, shrub, or bush and then cutting another edge around the tree. This allows the user to reach areas that would not otherwise be accessible. With a long blade and a pivot head you have the ability to trim around trees and bushes. You can also work faster because you are able to adjust the cutting length on the pole. You can also use an electric motor to achieve greater speed and torque. The LPHT 120 electric hedge trimmer offers the best of both worlds.
Working overgrown areas requires precision and accuracy. This is especially true when you are cutting through thickets and dense undergrowth. Longer lengths are required for thinner branches and twigs because they will not fold under the weight. If you have a pole hedge trimmer with an extension, you do not need to bring it down to the level of the ground. You can reach any part of the plant and cut it where you want to. Using a longer extension will allow you to reach further around trees and bushes.
The LPHT 120 motorized hedge trimmer comes equipped with multiple cutting angles and a system of pulleys and chains. The chain system allows the motor to move the chains in different ways and rotate the blades at different speeds. This allows you to create different cutting angles and get into tight spaces. The motor can also be set to self-destruct when the blades reach a certain length or angle.
Many people use pole hedge trimmers alongside a ladder. This gives them a way to get into difficult places and access to underground water sources. The long length of the ladder gives you the opportunity to reach high places that otherwise would be out of bounds. You can also use the ladders to reach the tops of trees and bushes and work from the ground up.
The two main types of pole hedge trimmers that you will find are those that have a self-retracting blade and those that do not. Self-retracting blades have a hinge, so that you simply push a button to let the blades go back into position. In most cases, the button is on the handle itself and only requires you to slightly press down on the handle itself to retract the blade. Because this is much easier than manually extending the blade, it is much easier to use.
However, you should never manually push the button to extend the blade. The reason is that it is easy for the trimmer to become stuck or come into contact with anything that may be in the way. If it becomes stuck, it will make it very hard to cut through the dense vegetation that can grow around your pole. It can also cause the blades to become misaligned, which can easily lead to miscutting or missing cut edges. The best thing to do is to place a thick layer of moss on the blade where you plan to cut so that it stays put and cuts effectively.
If you are purchasing a cordless model, it is important that you find one with an automatic safety switch. Without one, you have no protection against turning on the device without realizing that it is in use. This can result in a fatal accident. Although most models of pole hedge trimmer are built tough, a little care and maintenance will ensure that it continues to work efficiently for many years.