I bought the 8" Ion and used it for the first time this weekend and it would not cut a hole! The blades look like they are on right and seem to be sharp but it doesn't want to dig? I am very confused beacause there are so many great reviews... has...
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I'm so sorry you had this problem. I have never had that issue. This might be a stupid question but are you sure we're holding straight up and down. It also takes more pressure pushing down on it than most augers as it is lighter. I'm sure you know that though. I would contact ION immediately. I really wish I could help you. That would really frustrated me
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OK. Heres the deal. I ordered my blade and it was perfect. Then I ordered a Gerber Auto. When I received it the tip was slightly ground incorrectly. I called the seller, and did some research. What I learned was that Gerber can be a little loose on their quality control. Out of every ten blades one will be off. Bottom line is that if your unhappy with what you paid for then I would either return it, or exchange it. Be very clear that the tip is slightly bent, and that you would like one that isn't. That way they won't send you another that is bent. If this is a private seller than he should know exactly what your talking about, even if he's playing a little dumb. Good Luck! OK. Heres the deal. I ordered my blade and it was perfect. Then I ordered a Gerber Auto. When I received it the tip was slightly ground incorrectly. I called the seller, and did some research. What I learned was that Gerber can be a little loose on their quality control. Out of every ten blades one will be off. Bottom line is that if your unhappy with what you paid for then I would either return it, or exchange it. Be very clear that the tip is slightly bent, and that you would like one that isn't. That way they won't send you another that is bent. If this is a private seller than he should... » Read More OK. Heres the deal. I ordered my blade and it was perfect. Then I ordered a Gerber Auto. When I received it the tip was slightly ground incorrectly. I called the seller, and did some research. What I learned was that Gerber can be a little loose on their quality control. Out of every ten blades one will be off. Bottom line is that if your unhappy with what you paid for then I would either return it, or exchange it. Be very clear that the tip is slightly bent, and that you would like one that isn't. That way they won't send you another that is bent. If this is a private seller than he should know exactly what your talking about, even if he's playing a little dumb. Good Luck! « Show Less
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I been having a hard time using mine. It jams easily. The blade stops during cuts.
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Yes. Yes I have. I lowered the blades and it did not make a difference. It seemed to barely cut anything and when opening the grass catcher it had almost nothing in it. I ended up going back to gas and couldn't be happier. I bought a troy built with a grass catcher for 199 and love it!
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i bought this knife just to learn how to handle this Scandi thing. i admit, i was gutting a deer and gave it a touch up with my Accusharp. clearly the wrong tool..but the ground didnt open up and swallow me whole. the blade got super sharp actually. (i then cut the !@#$!@#$! out of my pinkie finger).at home, i used my Spyderco sharpmaker. i laid the ceramic stick down on the flat notch. (horizontal) and honored the Scandi..just laid it down to match the clearly obvious bevel..several swipes..and then my leather block strop..whoa!! i had to put the knife down!! my pinkie finger was twitching in fear. it is sharper than OEM now. i bought this knife just to learn how to handle this Scandi thing. i admit, i was gutting a deer and gave it a touch up with my Accusharp. clearly the wrong tool..but the ground didnt open up and swallow me whole. the blade got super sharp actually. (i then cut the !@#$!@#$! out of my pinkie finger).at home, i used my Spyderco sharpmaker. i laid the ceramic stick down on the flat notch. (horizontal) and honored the Scandi..just laid it down to match the clearly obvious bevel..several swipes..and then my leather block strop..whoa!! i had to put the knife down!! my pinkie finger... » Read More i bought this knife just to learn how to handle this Scandi thing. i admit, i was gutting a deer and gave it a touch up with my Accusharp. clearly the wrong tool..but the ground didnt open up and swallow me whole. the blade got super sharp actually. (i then cut the !@#$!@#$! out of my pinkie finger).at home, i used my Spyderco sharpmaker. i laid the ceramic stick down on the flat notch. (horizontal) and honored the Scandi..just laid it down to match the clearly obvious bevel..several swipes..and then my leather block strop..whoa!! i had to put the knife down!! my pinkie finger was twitching in fear. it is sharper than OEM now. « Show Less
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I don't know, mine has never lasted long enough to dull the blades. I've gone through two of them thus far. Probably on the waring site.
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As soon as it doesn't seem to cut as well. PLEASE, get yourself a sharpening steel......what the chefs use. Works GREAT with just a few swipes! And PLEASE DO NOT PUT A GOOD KNIFE INT HE DISHWASHER!!!!!
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Mine does not have the holes. Sorry you have that. I would go ahead and return the second and try one more time. Worth it! I just love mine.
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In my experience, make sure the aluminum piece that goes up next to the blade is adjusted properly. If not it will rub against the blade. More information would be helpfull
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The only suggestion I can offer is that each blade should read "This side out for 1/4" cuts". If this is the case then it may be possible the set is defective.
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Hmm..., mine cuts pretty low and gives a clean cut. Sounds like urs is on a higher setting. Did u look at how to lower the blade in the manual? My lawn looks like a golf course.
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Make sure you are centered on the arbor. I had this issue as well at first, but the blade was off center.
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Try several different size blade attachments. Mine worked fine. Hope that helps
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Its probably defective. You should talk to the producer of your knife about it
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shaved ice. and make sure the cutting blade is tight before you use it? it seems like that is a problem with them. after you do that it works fine. thank yiu
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I don't have that problem at all. I would say you have a faulty product and should return it for replacement. I've had no problems with the cutter at all.
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I never experienced this issues in the 4 years I've owned this mower. That said, a couple of things to consider: The grass cutting height might be set too low and the blade may be coming in contact with the ground at times, especially if you have irregular or hilly terrain; you might be waiting too long to empty the bag and the cuttings are backing up and clogging things up in under side of the mower; make sure there is no dried up grass stuck to the underside of the mower, especially if you used it to cut wet grass; FYI, the blade that comes with the mower is a mulching blade. It can be used for bagging but a blade specifically designed for bagging will be much more efficient. If you switch to a bagging blade, I recommend you pay a little extra and get a Snapper replacement part rather than a generic replacement blade, as it will make the mower bag better. Lastly, you may want to try mulching instead of bagging. I bagged for years and years before trying mulching. Once you try it you won't want to go back to dealing with all those bags and the extra time and effort it takes. Just don't let the grass get too high between cuttings when mulching. A last tip, keep whatever blade you use sharp. I have a half acre lot and get my blade sharpened three times a season. It makes a big difference in keeping your lawn healthy and looting good. Hope there is something here useful to you. Good luck!