I purchased this clipped and now have been told by a groomer I used to use that the blades get very hot very fast. True?
2048618
Okay, so it's been a while since I shaved my Labradoodle, I got the clippers and run them. They do seem to get hot. I have to take breaks because she's so big. The box says cool running. The lower speed doesn't get as hot as fast of coarse. I've only had one other clipper I don't remember if they got hot. Hope this helps.
2048619
I would suppose if you were shearing sheep with it that may be correct. While the blades do get warm, my son gives me a hair-cut with it every couple of weeks and it works fabulously. I used to use it on our cat but he passed away and we cleaned the clipper up and now use it personally. Just remember to oil the blades per the instructions. It is by far the best clipper we have ever used, first on our cat and now on me. Hope this helps.
2048620
No, not at all! Unless you are really slow and also if you are doing multipal dogs at once. I do three at once and sometimes there will get a little warm and I just spray the blades with the Andis Cool Care plus for clipper blades with 5 in one, and they cool right down. I also invested into a ceramic replacement blade which has really helped too because they stay cool longer. The cool care also keeps your equipment semi disinfected which I like too!
2048621
While this clipper is recommended by many groomers, like any other clipper the blades do get hot. It depends on how long the hair is before heating up, if grooming just one dog . We purchased the coolant for the blades but find it does not help that much. Most all groomers have numerous blades of the same size to prevent the heat problem. We have been using the blade combs and it takes longer to cut our poodle's hair therefore heating up. We have just purchased the ceramic blades since they supposedly do not heat up like the regular ones and we will not use the comb attachments. Keep in mind the clipper will heat up quicker when run on high speed. While this clipper is recommended by many groomers, like any other clipper the blades do get hot. It depends on how long the hair is before heating up, if grooming just one dog . We purchased the coolant for the blades but find it does not help that much. Most all groomers have numerous blades of the same size to prevent the heat problem. We have been using the blade combs and it takes longer to cut our poodle's hair therefore heating up. We have just purchased the ceramic blades since they supposedly do not heat up like the regular ones and we will not use the comb attachments. Keep in... » Read More While this clipper is recommended by many groomers, like any other clipper the blades do get hot. It depends on how long the hair is before heating up, if grooming just one dog . We purchased the coolant for the blades but find it does not help that much. Most all groomers have numerous blades of the same size to prevent the heat problem. We have been using the blade combs and it takes longer to cut our poodle's hair therefore heating up. We have just purchased the ceramic blades since they supposedly do not heat up like the regular ones and we will not use the comb attachments. Keep in mind the clipper will heat up quicker when run on high speed. « Show Less
2048622
the blades do get hot but not any faster than any others. I bought the cooler and made sure I sprayed the blades every so often. the groomer probably just wanted to insure you kept paying to have your pet groomed.
2048623
I've clipped my dog about ten times in the last two years. The blade got very warm once after about 15 to 20 minutes on its highest speed. I merely sprayed an aerosol lubricant on it and set it down for 5 minutes before resuming at the lower speed. The lubricant is specifically made for clippers. I usually use the lower speed setting and have never experienced it getting hot. Perhaps commercial groomers use the higher speed most of the time in order to clip as many dogs as possible.
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I have a Cocker Spaniel with especially thick and woolly underfur. These clippers are the only ones I've found that don't get jammed up. That being said, the blade does heat up. I think how hot and how fast depends on the thickness of the coat you're cutting. A good feature of these clippers is that it's easy to change out blades if you get a spare. You can be cutting with one while the other is cooling off.
2048625
Sue I have not found this to be true. I do put a drop of oil on the blade before useing. I also shut it off when moveing around and changeing position. I also use three different blades during triming and this gives the blade a rest between use. Hope this helps.
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I had the same thing happen. Mine are 15 months old, and I've oiled them after (nearly) every use. They just started making a bad buzzing sound, and now they won't cut at all. I think it is the plastic piece that holds the moving blade, as you describe... I will try one more, but if it breaks I may invest in a $120 true professional clipper...
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The faster the motor in the clippers, the faster the blade go back and forth causing the blade to heat up. The smaller the blade like #40, #10, #7 the faster the blade heats up. #4, #3 ( the longer the cut) ..the blade doesn't heat up as quickly. You need a can of blade coolant. About every 4 swipes down your dog, check the blade on the under side of your arm. If its hot, spray the blade with coolant and then wipe it off til you get through grooming your dog. Hope this helps.
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I'm not sure. To be honest, I don't think this clipper is a heavy duty one. I have a small shih tzu. She has a lot of hair, but it's really silky and smooth. So I've used this clipper only once. During haircut, it worked fine at first, then it overheated. So I had to turn it off, let it cool off a little bit. Then I resumed. One month later, I left it to charge for 24 hours (according to instruction) to use it again, it didn't turn on! No signs of life! So for me, this clipper went straight to the trash can after 1 use. I wouldn't recommend buying it.
742798
I've used it twice since purchase (about a month or so ago) and have not noticed the metal plate being hot when I changed the different length attachments. I'll pay more attention the next time I use it. Len
429253
I think so. Now the clip is very small and the rod gets very hot so use caution. My hair is also hard to curl, thick n heavy!! And it does fine, takes time and practice.
300533
Yes..? I have two schnauzers...works well. Sometimes the clippers get too hot against their skin...after prolong use.
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My dog has very thick hair also , it works great and does not overheat , make sure you get the proper size blade you want for your dogs hair length , do not get the combs they do not work well at all .
401981
I would say yes. we have 4 miniature Schnauzers and use this clipper and it works great. All clippers will get hot which irritates the animal so take breaks and switch to trimming with other things such as a mini clipper or scissors to allow the larger clipper to cool off or try using a wash cloth with ice to cool the blades. As with anything that uses a shearing action to cut the faster it goes the more heat from friction is produced so keep that in mind.
1111522
I was pleased with the quality of the machine but the blade seemed to me used and also warms very fast.
1353003
Hello Kelly P - I'm not a professional groomer, just a home groomer, so I'll try to answer as best I can. Sounds like your blade may need sharpening, or oiling, which needs to be done frequently while clipping. Also, make sure her hair is freshly washed, dried & combed. I love this Wahl Motion Lithium Clipper because it is quiet, and doesn't get hot. And it works very well on my two miniature girls' faces. In about one hour, I plan to start my February clipping session on them, and it will be only the second time I've used the Wahl on them, as I bought it only last month. I think Wahl has a very friendly return policy, so check it out. I recommend this clipper highly.
1961625
Like the previous answer I don't know myself. I am some what heavy on my blades it's holding up rather well. The clip is only part of the blade that is loosing some black coating. Other then that it's held up fine.
1441196
Yes. I'm using it on mine. It doesn't cool the blades as fast as I would think, considering the name is 'Cooler Spray.' I've found that if you either take the blades off the clippers and put them onto a cool surface (countertop or a surface that dissipates heat quickly) or even use your computer air cleaner bottle upside down (does the trick instantly!)
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Hi Idlewood, I too am a non professional home groomer. After reading many blogs and watching many videos I think using combs is in many ways safer than a bare blade which heats up and burns the skin if not cooled often. If your clipper comes with combs, try to not buy a set which has all the sizes you get with the clipper. Ive used these combs and like them very much. They are put on opposite from the combs I'd used in the past.
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Hello Kelly P - I'm not a professional groomer, just a home groomer, so I'll try to answer as best I can. Sounds like your blade may need sharpening, or oiling, which needs to be done frequently while clipping. Also, make sure her hair is freshly washed, dried & combed. I love this Wahl Motion Lithium Clipper because it is quiet, and doesn't get hot. And it works very well on my two miniature girls' faces. In about one hour, I plan to start my February clipping session on them, and it will be only the second time I've used the Wahl on them, as I bought it only last month. I think Wahl has a very friendly return policy, so check it out. I recommend this clipper highly. Hello Kelly P - I'm not a professional groomer, just a home groomer, so I'll try to answer as best I can. Sounds like your blade may need sharpening, or oiling, which needs to be done frequently while clipping. Also, make sure her hair is freshly washed, dried & combed. I love this Wahl Motion Lithium Clipper because it is quiet, and doesn't get hot. And it works very well on my two miniature girls' faces. In about one hour, I plan to start my February clipping session on them, and it will be only the second time I've used the Wahl on them, as I bought it only last month. I think Wahl has a... » Read More Hello Kelly P - I'm not a professional groomer, just a home groomer, so I'll try to answer as best I can. Sounds like your blade may need sharpening, or oiling, which needs to be done frequently while clipping. Also, make sure her hair is freshly washed, dried & combed. I love this Wahl Motion Lithium Clipper because it is quiet, and doesn't get hot. And it works very well on my two miniature girls' faces. In about one hour, I plan to start my February clipping session on them, and it will be only the second time I've used the Wahl on them, as I bought it only last month. I think Wahl has a very friendly return policy, so check it out. I recommend this clipper highly. « Show Less
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I have not had that experience. I bought these blades specifically for my balding cutter.
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I have three different blade lengths. Short, medium and long. We have a schnauzer and I use all 3 on his grooming. We just lost our Border Collie to old age and every spring he got a hair cut with the medium length blade. This clipper set has a strong enough motor that even the thickest of hair doesn't clog it up. Just be sure to oil the blade occasionally if you are doing the entire dog. When the clipper is working fast, and hair being clipped quickly due to keeping the blade oiled the pet doesn't mind much at all. The secret is to keeping the blade oiled as you progress.