How is this as a edger and I've read that people have had trouble respooling, any truth to this?
2071906
Not real great as an edger. It will work but you won't get a nice clean cut. I have used up almost six spools and had to re-spool two of them. (original spool plus extra 3 pack) Wish there was a little more line on the spools but not to bad when it comes to re-spooling.
2071907
Works nicely as a grass edger if you flip it 180 degrees to get a more vertical cut...the mid-shaft handle is not reversible so it takes getting used to. Because the shaft is shorter than my previous gas-powered unit it caused me some back strain bending over and I returned the unit. Would have kept it otherwise. Didn't have an opportunity to respool.
1439647
Actually I didn't use it....found that mowing at a higher setting was better. The catcher for me was too small, but as for the product......I loved it, so much better than those heavy rental ones. Just remember, if you have heavy thatch, do it twice, not to overload the motor.EDITED:::: Boy I blew that answer, most people ask about the grass catcher....sorry....Well the answer is, lube up the bottom of the bar, slide it in to the holes and put the screws in thru the hole in the unit and the bar, make sure it lines up. You can be sure it lines up by using a thin nail to find the hole in the bar....screw it in and you are done with that! Actually I didn't use it....found that mowing at a higher setting was better. The catcher for me was too small, but as for the product......I loved it, so much better than those heavy rental ones. Just remember, if you have heavy thatch, do it twice, not to overload the motor.EDITED:::: Boy I blew that answer, most people ask about the grass catcher....sorry....Well the answer is, lube up the bottom of the bar, slide it in to the holes and put the screws in thru the hole in the unit and the bar, make sure it lines up. You can be sure it lines up by using a thin nail... » Read More Actually I didn't use it....found that mowing at a higher setting was better. The catcher for me was too small, but as for the product......I loved it, so much better than those heavy rental ones. Just remember, if you have heavy thatch, do it twice, not to overload the motor.EDITED:::: Boy I blew that answer, most people ask about the grass catcher....sorry....Well the answer is, lube up the bottom of the bar, slide it in to the holes and put the screws in thru the hole in the unit and the bar, make sure it lines up. You can be sure it lines up by using a thin nail to find the hole in the bar....screw it in and you are done with that! « Show Less
1640372
I had mine for one year. After 4-5 months, I had to replaced 1/2 the things that hold the cover to the poles. Then the poles both cracked and broke. To the manufacture's credit, I have power lines about 15 feet above our pool. I was told by our pool guy that the wires might be part of the problem. I bought one more, and I'll see how it goes. The original one I bought was $99. The price went up to $139. I almost didn't but the second one, but it is sooooo easy to use, I figure I'd try it one more time. If this one does the same thing, NEVER AGAIN!
1252483
My cord only get tangled if I don't unravel every couple of weeks or switch wheel turn. But no, I don't really have that problem with mine. Maybe your pool is very large?
404198
If you need any photos of the adjustments let me know. I have never had any instance where more power was needed. I have had this new edgerfor several years and it still look new except for the blades. Put the choke on and pull starter rope once may be twice then motor is running. Switch choke off, increase throttle a start edging. I use it weekly and edge Bermuda grass for over a mile lenght each time I edge. Runs on regular station gas but must be reasonable fresh as gas now days has to much alcohol which attracts water and loses octane.
2230237
Dear Batty, this is a very weak edger/trimmer. Tough grass (concrete or no concrete) is too much for this edger/trimmer. We returned it for a refund and would not recommend this unit to anyone. Hope this helps.
1841271
I have had no problems, but have not been trying to unwind from a very sharp angle. It certainly is the best reel I've ever seen.
2092232
I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to tighten any which are loose. I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to... » Read More I've used it heavily over the past three days after a 12" and 7" snowfall. The heavier snow took a little bit more care so as not to trip the circuit breaker, but it handled packed and wet slushy snow just fine. This morning I cleared a 150x45 parking area for a local church without any trouble at all. It kept up well with a gas powered snow blower! I had to be careful when attacking the packed clumps of snow along the edge where the county snow plows had been, but this little snow beast didn't skip a beat. One tip - check the blades after a couple of hours of use and make sure to tighten any which are loose. « Show Less
1542062
I don't have experience with both, but I think a 4-wheel cleaner is likely to be more stable than a 3-wheel cleaner and climb the pool wall better. I recently chose the Kreepy Krauly, and I've been very happy with it.
711050
Thanks for your reply, but I already purchased the emotion edge.. I really like the edge performance wise, but found that it offered little room for extra gear storage. Good for day trips or fishing though.. I also purchased an emotion comet 110, listed at around a foot longer it really seems allot bigger compared to the edge, the hull shape of the comet (flat on the bottom) also allows for ample storage for overnight outings...Thanks again for your input .
1825371
I have been told by a pool person that i trust that a such a swap is not feasible. My understanding is that it rquires a new board or at the very least some intricate recalibrationj.
688529
I thought I was the only one in this forum that had been a purchaser of the mangroomer and had the trimmer break on me. I bought the backspa back shaver not too long ago and not only is my back the smoothest it's been in a very long time but I'm happier in the process not dealing with equipment that doesn't work. I'm also saving so much money because after each back shaver kept letting me down I finally went and was getting back waxings done and not only did it get pricey but it couldn't stand the pain. I was literally drinking beers before going to my sessions! lol Anyways, very happy with the results of this shaver. I thought I was the only one in this forum that had been a purchaser of the mangroomer and had the trimmer break on me. I bought the backspa back shaver not too long ago and not only is my back the smoothest it's been in a very long time but I'm happier in the process not dealing with equipment that doesn't work. I'm also saving so much money because after each back shaver kept letting me down I finally went and was getting back waxings done and not only did it get pricey but it couldn't stand the pain. I was literally drinking beers before going to my sessions! lol Anyways, very happy with... » Read More I thought I was the only one in this forum that had been a purchaser of the mangroomer and had the trimmer break on me. I bought the backspa back shaver not too long ago and not only is my back the smoothest it's been in a very long time but I'm happier in the process not dealing with equipment that doesn't work. I'm also saving so much money because after each back shaver kept letting me down I finally went and was getting back waxings done and not only did it get pricey but it couldn't stand the pain. I was literally drinking beers before going to my sessions! lol Anyways, very happy with the results of this shaver. « Show Less
1755935
I have had my shredder since Oct 2013 and have not experienced any issues. I have shredder documents for over 10 mins without overheating or temp shutdown. I usually shred 4-5 pages at a time without amy problem. The micro-crosscut is the way to go. No way documents could be reassembled. I also like that emptying the basket has to be done less than the normal criss cut shedder and can be performed by one person with ease. Just oil occasionally and I think the shredder will last a lime. So far it's the best I have ever purchased.
1666631
I just got mine, I'll try and remember to report back once we've tried it as loadbalance/failover is what we purchased it for. In the mean time I will note a lot of the reviews up are on the older side, I was looking for load balancers both here and on newegg and at newegg this model has 100 more reviews than it has here and its a solid 4/5 there so thats pretty encouraging.
1064843
Mark,The conversion isn't that hard and it does an excellent job.....I must admit that I use mine more as edger than a planer. These machines are good quality and hold up well. Getting the chips/shavings out could be a little better but that is a minor drawback to this quality machine.Les
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Im wondering if this worked for you? I have the same pool which is about 10,000 gallons- higher than the 7,000 it states. I read that you just need to look at how much the pump cycles per hour- was this one big enough for you? How's it working?
1780107
this was an issue i had as well. it was easier for me if i started in the middle of one of the longer sides then work to a corner. still quite difficult but manageable.