When trimming my groodle, the comb packs with hair. Any advice on avoiding frequent stops to clean out clogged blades?
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I'm having the same issue with the plastic version. I may switch to the ceramic option to see if that helps. The constant clogging is highly irritating.
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Yes, are you spraying ur blades before you trim the dog, I use cool blade, it also oils the blades. I also have a old tooth brush and brush blade in between the cuts
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You might try using the largest comb first to kind of thin out the coat and then go back and use a smaller comb to finish with. Try brushing the dog first also.
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I was totally disappointed with the gides. they won't glide thru my poodles hair at all. pluss I thought I was buying metal and they are plastic. Sorry I'm no help.
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I'm no dog groomer by any means so I'd go on YouTube & watch. Are you cutting in right direction? Maybe comb too small & you need a wider one to glide they hair. Good luck!
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No but it doesn't really make a mess. The hairs mostly stay within the clipper to be brushed out when done. It's not like they go flying everywhere, just stay over the sink and you'll be fine. I highly recommend this clipper.
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Yes, I have been using it quite often. It will clog but just rinse and all is well. I got used to it and it works pretty good for trimming. I have had no other problems with it.
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i use a slicker brush and follow up with this comb. it just makes it so much easier. you can use it on all types of fur and hair
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Coarse 5-in-1s work well under a comb. Fines work well for close work, (pads, sanitary). I use both blades, although I love the original Wahl ArcosI have been grooming since 1976, and am a CMG in both dogs & cats
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I always take the large tooth side of my comb and clean out hair...then I use the vacuum and hose out fuzzy stuff...it will lift most all of it off the rubber base...being wood...you can't soak it or run it under water...just vacuum it while it's dry...not after you have brushed out wet hair...I've had mine for years...I don't share it with anybody else...good luck..any other questions feel free to ask..
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I use a comb to scrape out the trapped hair, then dampen a washcloth with my general cleaning solution (I mix 1/3 ammonia with 2/3 water and 1 drop of dish detergent or shampoo) which is like Windex, then wipe the barrel with the washcloth. Have to repeat a couple times with a new area of the dampened washcloth, but it comes off for me.
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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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I have a long-hair German Shepherd and she has a very bushy tail and hindquarters. I have had no issues combing her tail and hindquarters with this brush, I just have to remove the hair from the "teeth" of the comb more frequently...my best approach was to brush small sections of her tail and hindquarters at a time since matting in the undercoat can be missed. Hope this answers your question.
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I squeeze the two tabs and remove the blade head then brush the hair off. You can wash the blade, but recommend using a drop of machine oil on the moving parts after each use.
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My attachments are very secure but you must put the brush and combs in place according to directions. There is a small switch at one end that you must move before you put the brush on and then be sure that it moves back once the brush is in place. I have been using my dryer for several months. The only problem I have had is trying to get replacement combs...I had to contact the main office...the contact center on the order form kept sending the wrong combs.
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I've found that pulling it taut and cutting it 1 layer at a time helps but there are still some stragglers. I usually just cut it folded as is and rinse the ends so they don't end up in whatever I'm straining. :)
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There is a small brush that comes with it to give it a "quick clean" during use or after each use. For a more complete cleaning you can take the clipper partially apart (requires a Phillips head screwdriver). I have also found that compressed gas (canister of Dust-Off) works really well too.
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No. We just trim hair for a little, stop, and clear it out of hair, and then cut more. That way, you don't have to worry about it getting clogged and stop working. Only takes a few seconds to clear out the built up hair.
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Yes, you can remove the brush. You need to use something in the shape of a quarter, and loosenthe end that holds the brush. It does take a little energy to loosen though. I also use a small pair of scissors to cut through the long hairs, and then remove with my hands. I also have a little tool that can take the lint and other items out, kind of like a comb. Then you put the brush back into the holder and tighten. Remember to look in the bottom of the sweeper to be sure that nothing is lodged inside, which will prevent the machine from working, when this happens. I do not have any pets, so I hope this helps. Yes, you can remove the brush. You need to use something in the shape of a quarter, and loosenthe end that holds the brush. It does take a little energy to loosen though. I also use a small pair of scissors to cut through the long hairs, and then remove with my hands. I also have a little tool that can take the lint and other items out, kind of like a comb. Then you put the brush back into the holder and tighten. Remember to look in the bottom of the sweeper to be sure that nothing is lodged inside, which will prevent the machine from working, when this happens. I do not have any... » Read More Yes, you can remove the brush. You need to use something in the shape of a quarter, and loosenthe end that holds the brush. It does take a little energy to loosen though. I also use a small pair of scissors to cut through the long hairs, and then remove with my hands. I also have a little tool that can take the lint and other items out, kind of like a comb. Then you put the brush back into the holder and tighten. Remember to look in the bottom of the sweeper to be sure that nothing is lodged inside, which will prevent the machine from working, when this happens. I do not have any pets, so I hope this helps. « Show Less
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I have a hairy, double coated mutt that showed up a few years ago and because her hair is long and fine, it picks up every burr in our fields. And she is why I bought the heavy duty Andis. I use a #3 3/4 skip tooth, cuts about 1/2" (you may want to get one that cuts 3/4" or more, but the skip tooth makes for a more layered look than the full tooth blades. Get the blade size you want but I would suggest the skip tooth blade for those thick coats. You may have to stop for awhile if the blade get too hot, especially to begin with. I cut my dog every couple mo nths so it doesn't take so much effort each time. You might want to do it outside also. We live in the country and I just let the wind blow the hair into the fields-easy clean up!
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I have a little Shishtu puppy and I use the B-air dryer on her . I use the long, narrow attachment with her because I can project the warm airflo away from her face and out of her ears. I start with the ends of the hair with a wide tooth comb or brush and work away from her body. Taking small sections making sure I don,t pull while I brush,comb, and dry with no stress for me or my puppy.