Are you a garden owner? Then you are not different from the other owner who is worried about keeping their garden clean and looking beautiful. Having a perfectly trimmed hedge can get rid of this problem.
However, maintaining a trimmed hedge can occasionally be a difficult job, especially when you’re using manual hedge shears! For the garden owner who wants to get positive outcomes quickly, then STIHL hedge trimmers can be a fantastic option.
STIHL trimmed hedge offers a large selection of long and short hedge trimmers, as well as gasoline, cordless, and electric models. You can be certain to receive the ideal cut for the hedges in your garden because they are all made with STIHL quality and deliver exceptional cutting performance. It is very essential to properly adjustment of a STIHL hedge trimmer blade to get better performance.
What Is A STIHL Hedge Trimmer?
A STIHL hedge trimmer is a gardening tool, you can maintain the neatness and beauty of your garden by cutting hedges or bushes. Hedge trimmers come in a variety of designs including motorized and manual variations.
Types of STIHL Hedge Trimmer
Petrol Hedge Trimmer
If you are an entry-level gardener and looking for a hedge trimmer then the STIHL HS 45 is best for you. This petrol hedge trimmer has a STIHL 2-MIX engine, which is idle for light maintenance of garden bushes, hedges, and shrubs.
If you are looking for a petrol trimmer that has less weight, then you might wish to take a look at the HS 46 C-E. This trimmer is the lightest petrol hedge trimmer in the lineup, weighing only 4.3 kg. It also has a low vibration level for pleasant usage.
Electric Hedge Trimmer
A corded electric hedge trimmer can be a good choice for you if you have larger hedges and want constant access to power. It’s good for trimming new growth thin branches around the garden. A STIHL HSE 52 is an entry-level electric hedge trimmer that has a low weight of 3.1 kg and a high stroke rate of 3400 rpm. It also provides steady power and excellent value as long as a power source.
Kombi system Hedge Trimmer
Kombi system is another upgrading hedge trimmer for the garden. It includes a flexible system that allows you to mix and match 13 different Kombi tool attachments with two different hedge trimmers, and engine units. The STIHL HL-KM 0° hedge trimmer, has a fixed angle blade and is perfect for routine upkeep of tall and wide hedges.
How Does A STIHL Hedge Trimmer Work?
The STIHL hedge trimmer is a straightforward device. The same standards relate to whether you use a corded or cordless model. An extension cord battery or gasoline can power a hedge trimmer. Most gasoline-powered hedge trimmers have a two-cycle engine that requires gasoline to be mixed with oil for the engine to run correctly.
The main advantage of a two-cycle engine is that it has a high torque output while being relatively lightweight. Because hedge trimmers are intended to be handheld, a two-cycle engine is ideal for this application. The ignition switch must be set to the start position before starting the engine. When the starter rope is pulled, the starter engages the drive cup on the flywheel and rotates the crankshaft.
The rotating crankshaft connects to the moving piston within the cylinder, and the ignition process begins. The flywheel contains permanent magnets, and as it rotates past the ignition coil, a magnetic field is created, which induces electricity, allowing the ignition coil to send voltage to the spark plug.
When are you going to trim the hedges you will find a hedge trimmer’s blade made up of two metal, flat shafts that protrude from the device’s body. Each blade has protruding teeth on both sides. They are linked to an electric motor within the body, which when activated causes one or both of the blades to oscillate back and forth rapidly. This results in the cutting action.
Every hedge cutter has two blades. In some models, only one blade moves, effectively stacking one on top of the other to create the scissor action that cuts your hedge. The moving blade creates the cutting action by moving sharply back and forth against the static, fixed blade.
Adjustment of STIHL Hedge trimmer blade
Adjustment of a hedge trimmer blade is not an easy task. If you are not mechanically inclined, you will have face difficulty adjusting it. But don’t worry, I’ll explain how to properly adjust a hedge trimmer blade.
First, assemble the blades in how they ride and then insert the guide blocks into the grooves aligned with the bottom hole of that.
The top piece, which holds the bolt head, and the bottom piece, which holds the nut, are just lined up.
The guides in between the blades for that, then push it down and turn it on. You can push it through and twist it right just enough to keep the guide bolts together. The top pieces’ guide bolts pass through the bottom pieces’ guide bolts to form the blade in a proper way. So it’s now two blades, it’s just a matter of putting it back together at the ear box.
You must tighten the guide bolts or else this thing will back out on you and you will lose those darn guide bolts. Another important aspect to remember is that the blades you use must be sharpened. If it is not sharpened, you simply had to repair the gears inside. When something popped off, you had to replace it, which was a challenge. If you do not properly sharpen your blade, you may encounter such a problem.
● Branches keep popping in the trimmer.
● Branches are not cut cleanly.
● Blades can be damaged easily.
In order to maintain constant cutting performance and let you use your STIHL hedge trimmer for a very long period, we advise sharpening the blades of your hedge trimmer around every 50 hours of use. Consider your greatest defense options before you start sharpening. To avoid harm, put on gloves and safety glasses made of durable material. When sharpening, you must pay attention to these things.
● Clean trimmer teeth
● Use a flat file to sharpen your hedge trimmer blades.
● A whetstone to remove burrs after sharpening.
Another important thing to remember is that when sharpening is finished and going to adjust with your STIHL hedge trimmer, you must follow these instructions. Hold the handle tightly to adjust the swivel head. Turn the cutting tool head to the target place after pushing the lock.
Release the lock button and check to see if the cutting tool head is locked in place. Adjust the position tightly to adjust the swivel head. Then again turn the cutting tool head to the target place after pressing the lock button. Release the lock button once more to ensure that the cutter head is securely in place.
FAQ
Que 1. Can you replace blade in STIHL trimmer?
Ans 1. Yes, you can. The trimmer head bolts must first be loosened and removed first. Then take off the dull blades. Grease the bolts’ edges. Replace the original STIHL blades with these ones.
Que 2. Can you clean STIHL air filter?
Ans 2 You can, indeed. HD2 air filters are the finest choice for it. HD2 air filters are simple to maintain and may be used repeatedly. Simply remove the air filter, spray it with STIHL Varioclean, then wash and drying the air filter before reinserting it.
Que 3. What size trimmer line does STIHL use?
Ans 3. The gasoline-powered STIHL trimmer has different types of weights and features. so you can used .095-inch cutting lines. Sometimes you need to use two .095 inch cutting lines based on weight and features.
Que 4. How long should a STIHL Hedge Trimmer last?
Ans 4.With careful care and use, STIHL hedge trimmers last for residential customers for about 4 to 5 years. Some commercial customers claim to have used the same Still machine for between 15 and 20 years.
Que 5. Should STIHL Hedge Trimmer need to be lubricated?
Ans 5.Yes, lubrication is necessary for STIHL hedge trimmers to keep the friction between the blades low and prevent excessive heat that could bend the blades.
Que 6. How does a STIHL Hedge Trimmer blade measured?
Ans 6. The length of a trimmer blade is measured from the point where the metal blade emerges from the trimmer’s plastic housing to the edge of the blade. The blade length does not represent the cutting area but rather the unit’s reach.
Que 7. Should you soak STIHL Hedge Trimmer line in water?
Ans 7. Trimmer line does have a tendency to dry up and grow more fragile with time. It will be less likely to break if you store it or soak it in water. It will also become more flexible.
Conclusion
If you want to keep your garden beautiful and well-kept, then a STIHL hedge is best for you. Regular cleaning, oiling and lubricants at regular intervals will keep your STIHL hedge trimmer in full working order. Your proper care of it, will reap its benefits in the long run.