Black & Decker GH610 Grass Hog 14-Inch 5.5 amp Electric String Trimmer and Edger Review
Black & Decker GH610 Grass Hog 14-Inch 5.5 amp Electric String Trimmer and Edger Feature
- Five Amp motor delivers 9,500 rpm and a wide, 14-inch cutting swath for effective trimming
- Unique spool system uses centrifugal force to automatically feed out more line when you need it
- Head rotates 180 degrees for quick switches from trimming to edging
- Weighs just 5.2 pounds and offers soft, adjustable grips for easy handling
- Backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty
A broad 14-inch cutting swath and a powerful five Amp electric motor help the Black & Decker Grass Hog GH600 Electric String Trimmer and Edger make edging, trimming, and weed eating easy tasks to handle. It features a Groom'N'Edge head that can be rotated 180-degrees for quick switches between cutting and edging tasks along with Black & Decker's Automatic Feed Spool (AFS) system, which uses centrifugal force to dispense more line whenever you need it for added predictability and dependability--no bumping required. Also offering the simplicity of electric startups and weighing in at just 5.2 pounds, it's a machine that is incredibly easy to handle, and you won't have to contend with the strain that repeated pull starts and heavier tools can put on your body. Other convenient design elements include a flip-down edge guide, four-position height adjustment, and an adjustable auxiliary handle for a customizable experience and improved comfort. Corded power means work is never brought to a standstill by a dead battery or an empty gas tank, and a patented cord-lock system prevents accidental extension cord disconnections while you work. This tool is backed by a limited 2-year warranty.
Every home lawn enthusiast needs a reliable trimmer. When it comes to performance in the front or back yard, the Grass Hog 14-inch automatic feed string trimmer and edger provides what you need. This tool is powered by a 4.8 Amp electric motor that spins the line at 9,500 rpm and gives you a 14-inch cutting swath. An Automatic Feed Spool (AFS) system eliminates the need to bump the trimmer against the ground every time the line breaks. And the 30-foot, factory-wound spool is easy to install and replace. Head adjustment is quick and easy, too, when the Groom'N'Edge head rotates 180 degrees; just press the button, rotate the handle and wait for it to lock in place. The patented cord retention system helps prevent accidental unplugging while in use. This trimmer comes equipped with an auxiliary handle for added comfort and control. The handle rotates a full 360 degrees and the soft grip can be moved up and down to ensure the perfect fit, whatever size the operator may be. A flip-down edge guide ensures precise trimming and edging work. At just 5.2 pounds, this product is easy for just about anyone to use. This product is backed by a 2-year full warranty.
--Carl Thress
On my Black & Decker 14" Grass Hog Model GH610 the eyelet wore out by the nylon string within 2 years of very light use, leaving sharp edges which broke the string frequently. That the string caused the eyelet to fail with that short use indicates poor fabrication techniques. And by Black & Decker not providing a replacement Outer Housing with an eyelet indicates that the company does not provide good support for its brand. Imagine having to replace a whole machine for the lack of a bad string eyelet or by the lack of a replacement Outer Housing which includes the eyelet. I being an engineer and having extensive experience as a machinist. I can see an easy and inexpensive fix to this problem by drilling out the outlet and then inserting a new eyelet with outer threads into the drilled hole and then securing the bottom of the eyelet with a threaded fastener like a flat washer. Then attempting to contact Black & Decker personnel is a severe frustration. I tried to find out whether the Outer Housing is screwed or pressed onto the drive shaft and was unsuccessful in making contact after a considerable time.
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