I'm considering replacing my AG2 model. The blade overheats quickly. How quickly do the blades heat up on this one? Using on sm. dog w/thick coat.
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I have 2 sets of blades so I can switch if I need to. I usually don't have to though. I groom my cats so I will trim until they have had enough then go back later to do some more.
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I found my blades don't heat up too terrible. I did purchase the cool down spray and an extra set of blades so I could change them out if they did. I have a cocker spaniel and his coat was really thick and they did an excellent job of grooming him. He is no longer with me sadly.
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Sharp ceramic blades and cool lube will help the most. Clean coat does, also. I have Westies. I always bathe first,blow dry and comb out before I groom them.
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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 have cut 1/8" aluminum with a carbide blade but had to feed very slowly and the metal still got very hot. Even on my table saws cutting aluminum creates a good deal of heat with the larger size sheet creating more heat than smaller sheets. It is a good saw but it hasn't got a whole lot of power. It uses a bridge rectifier to convert the AC to DC to run the motor and the only problem I have encountered was that the power switch has failed...bought a replacement one at a local Radio Shack for about $3.00.i
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hey there. i've never tried the stainless steel blades. i have a 100 pack of the super chrome and they are a very good value. However I only get 2 shaves out of each blade vs. the 3 shaves I get from Astra. The Astra brand is about the same in price so if you're looking for a deal you'll be happy with Astra. Here's a link I found that might answer your question better: http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/273015-Shark-Stainless-vs-Chrome
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it is the motor. .. the faster you buy the faster it cuts through the coat. you need a cooling agent and extra blades
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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!
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The clippers will get hot. Besides the blade getting hot, you will feel it in your hand from the body of the clipper. I check the blade periodically by putting the flat of the blade on the back of my hand or cheek. I don't believe the dogs feel the heat much when you are clipping the body of the coat but you need to be careful of their faces, feet and other sensitive parts if you clip them. I blow on their feet while clipping if I am close to being done with the task. Otherwise, I let the clippers cool & do something else such as brushing or clipping toenails while the clippers cool.
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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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the blade seems to hold an edge, and is very quiet. My only complaint is that it is a pain in the butt to clean, meat seems to get everywhere.Hope this was of some help to you.Dean
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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
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I haven't noticed any change in operating temperature of the base. It appears that something may be binding. As a possible cause, I would check the blending blade assembly and make sure that the blades turn freely. If they are binding the assembly will have to be replaced.
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Also try a different blade. I only use blades in my unit and never had any problems.
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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 used them on a Poodle that we just got and they worked wonderful, i also have used them on a shih-tzu, all the times i have used them i have used them on the low setting, one thing to keep in mind is that the blades get really really hot.
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I believe the Ultra is a non-ceramic blade. I purchased the Andis clipper with a ceramic blade and had to return it because it just didn't cut my dogs coat well at all.
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The ceramic blade stays sharp longer and ceramic has a better ability to disapate heat but it's more fragile (so tie a string around your wrist to the clippers In case you drop it). It cuts my 3 large dogs thick hair very well.
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Works fantastic. My poodle (goldendoodles) get matted quick if I don't keep them short. I use a 7FC blade works like a hot knife thru butter. I bought a cheap pair a few years ago and was very sorry I wasted my money.
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The clipper and blades are terrific! I used the number 10 for close and the 4F for a longer length and 15 for the face , nose and eyes. I had 2 # 10's as the blades get hot, I would cool them in the blade wash. These are powerful enough to go through matts. My dog was a lahasa apso and poodle mix. He had a very thick coat and undercoat. These blades work very well, you just need to figure out what size you want and maybe order 2 of one kind and a couple of other sizes, so you can keep clipping, because they do get hot.