Ego string trimmer6/17/2023 ![]() It came close but petered out after running for 30 minutes. Just ensure a proper care to the battery (see above) and clean the machine from dead grass occasionally.When I let the weeds go a little wild in my yard, the 2.5 Ah battery didn't have enough juice to finish the job. No, the motor is an enclosed unit so no maintenance is required. Many buyers get a prewound spool – however, for the same price you can get 10 times as much line if you replace it yourself (which is quite easy).Īnd unless you have a larger yard, you won’t probably have to buy a spare battery. Or you can get a bare-tool without the battery and charger. The weed eater itself, 1 battery, charger and a spool with line. How should I treat the battery to ensure maximum lifetime?Īlways store the batteries inside your house in reasonable temperatures – never leave them on direct sun or outdoors during winter! It is also advisable to recharge the battery as soon as it is out of power. So if you don’t need the folding possibility, it doesn’t matter which version you choose – take the one which is currently cheaper or in stock. The only difference is that you can fold the split shaft in half and save storage space – there are no attachments or anything like that. Should I get the straight or split shaft version? On the other hand it makes it easier to get under bushes or other areas difficult to access.Īlso, there is no edger adjustment however, (as you can see in some of the videos above) it’s pretty easy to just flip the unit upside down and use it that way, no problem there. We can say there are models definitely more suitable for cleanup, the long 49-inch shaft may get too bulky sometimes. Okay for Cleanup, No Problems with Edging What’s interesting is that EGO offers both straight and split shaft versions – but the difference is only cosmetic (see the FAQ below). The position of the forward handle can be adjusted along the shaft and it’s even padded with foam for more comfortable holding. And for a unit this powerful it’s surprisingly quiet and light, the weight is also nicely balanced so it doesn’t get too uncomfortable even after a longer time. Out of the box, the machine is easy to put together, instructions are clear and easy to follow. Using it as an edger Easy to Handle, Quiet, Not Heavy Similar weed whackers often use three LEDs indicating the charge level – that would be much better. The only small disadvantage is the missing indicator of remaining battery juice – there is only a green light which starts blinking red when the battery needs to be recharged. And the recharge time is really fast – about 30 minutes! The 56-Volt 2.0 Ah battery offers a solid working time of about 20-50 minutes (depending on the selected speed) and is compatible with other EGO Power+ tools as well. ![]() The trimmer uses a bump feed to advance the line, which works great.Īlso, you can regulate the speed using the trigger – very useful for preserving the battery juice or when you need to work more carefully around flowerbeds or trees. Most users reported the original string did not wear too quickly and lasted for a long time (and that it’s also easy to replace), only a few did not like it and replaced it with a 0.08 one. Just don’t forget this is no toy, it can send debris and small rocks flying in every direction, so wear boots, long pants, sleeves and eye protection (ideally a full face mask). ![]() And thanks to the brushless motor and dual 0.095 string, the power is really amazing – it cuts through tough weeds or tall grass easily, without any stalling or choking. The EGO Power+ String Trimmer is designed as a fumes and maintenance-free alternative to gas powered units – same power but no fuel mixing, problems with starting etc.
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