Before you purchase a trimmer for a summer residence, you need to find out in more detail what this tool is. The first thing you should pay attention to is the type of engine that this device is equipped with. The trimmer can work from an electric network or on liquid fuel. If your summer cottage is located far from communications, then it would be more correct to prefer a gasoline tool. However, this is not the main characteristic of this device, so you should consider all of them.
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electric trimmer produces much less noise, does not pollute the environment, does not require the use of expensive fuel. Due to the fact that its engine weighs less and is located very well, it is convenient to use, does not fail due to work with wet grass. But here lies such a nuance as lower power associated with the low weight of the engine and the entire device (compared to analogues running on gasoline). The electric trimmer for cottage overheats much faster, and is also dependent on the energy source.
Gasoline powered appliances have several advantages. They have more powerful engines, are not dependent on the power supply network. The disadvantage is their fear of humidity, due to the fact that the motor is located below, that is, is in direct contact with grass.
The noise level of such trimmers is quite high. Their work requires a lot of gasoline and oil, so in terms of maintenance they are less convenient. It is worth choosing a trimmer for a summer residence, taking into account the kind of cutting element it is equipped with. Most devices use one of the following solutions: fishing line, hard knives, cord string or a combined version.
If you need to carefully mow the grass, it is best to stop at the string head. A string (or fishing line) is little susceptible to damage by stones, while it is completely safe for shrubs and trees. The trimmer for a summer residence with such a cutting part is optimal for gardens and parks, as well as for personal plots on which the soil is uneven. Most modern models provide the ability to mow grass, located at a distance of about half a meter from the tool. Many devices have interchangeable nozzles designed for cutting different types of
grass: hay, lawn, small shoots and other things.
Knives that are used in the cutting heads of trimmers have certain advantages. These elements are plastic or metal. The need for good metal arises in those places where the grass is overgrown with tall and dense weeds to cut hard vegetation. The cutting element made of plastic is durable and reasonably affordable. Usually it is used only on gas trimmers, since it requires significant power to operate efficiently. At the moment, a mass of knives is being produced for these devices, which differ in all design features.
Now you know how to choose a trimmer for a summer residence, what to look for when buying it.