BLACK + DECKER | Hedge Trimmer 60cm 600W Corded with Saw Blade BEHTS501

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Unfortunately, a battery has limited power, and you may experience a power fade as the battery charge lessens. As a result, you may have to recharge the battery before you have completed trimming your hedges. Hand guard prevents your fingers coming near the teeth and stops clippings from getting caught up around your hands as you cut. Battery indicator lights to show how much charge you still have in the battery. This allows you to plan your work and see when you will need to take a break to recharge the battery. Electric hedge trimmers are usually lightweight, can be quite powerful and are useful in most gardens where you can reach all your hedges with the attached cable and possibly an extension cord. Trimmers with laser cut or diamond ground blades are available that are sharper and will last longer. Weight

The power rating of an electric hedge trimmer motor is measured in watts ranging from 400-700 watts. If you have a small garden that does not have dense bushes, then a lower power will suffice, however, a higher-powered motor is recommended for medium or more extensive gardens. Cable Length Wraparound front handle with an 'on' switch that runs around the length of the handle makes it easy to change from cutting the sides or top of the hedge.The compact body of the trimmer has been engineered to be 10% lighter than previous models in the range, but it still can’t compete with the lightness of the Bosch above.

It is generally recommended that unleaded fuel used for hedge trimmers does not have a higher ethanol content than 10 % - this is because ethanol attracts water which can cause corrosion if fuel is left in the hedge trimmer for long periods. Cordless hedge trimmers: These are lightweight, quiet, environmentally friendly and have no need of petrol, engine maintenance or electricity plus there are no trailing cables to worry about. Without the cord or a petrol tank, you aren’t limited to where you can cut and although these were traditionally pretty pricey, recent advances have lowered their price. Expensive batteries and chargers however, can increase costs. Read our best cordless tools buyer's guide for more information on cordless tool systems. You could spend a long time carrying your trimmer, so ensure your electric hedge trimmer is a comfortable weight. Safety Features Electric hedge trimmers may need an extension cord and a power outlet, but unlike a battery-powered hedge trimmer will run continuously for as long as you need them to.If you're dealing with tall hedges, it might be worth considering a long-reach hedge trimmer, which will allow you to reach the top of a high hedge without a ladder. We've tested corded electric, cordless and petrol versions. How to use a hedge trimmer safely The downside of corded hedge trimmers is that they have to be close to a power outlet or you will require an extension, and there is always the danger of cutting through the cord. The results of our most recent reliability survey show that many cordless hedge trimmer owners find the batteries to be unreliable – either they don't hold the charge well or don't charge at all. You might want to consider the price of replacing the battery when you work out how much the hedge trimmer will cost to use over its lifetime.