Trimmers, Brushcutters and Clearing Saws 

We have listed below some of the most frequently asked questions when buying a trimmer, brushcutter or a clearing saw.

What is the main difference between grass trimmers and brushcutters?

A grass trimmer is a smaller, lighter machine made for trimming the lawn where a lawnmower is unable to reach. Usually with a curved shaft and a sprung drive cable it is suitable fpor smaller areas and lawn type grass.  Brushcutters and clearing saws are far more powerful machines, with straight outer shafts and solid internal drive shafts, they are designed to cut and clear larger areas of high grass, heavy brushwood and small trees. 

What type of fuel should I use in my 2 stroke engine?

Any 2-stroke engine should always be run on a mixture of petrol and good quality 2-stroke oil (Please refer to your manual for correct petrol/oil mix ratio). 

Should I use a Trimmer Head, Grass Blade or Saw Blade?

Trimmer Heads

Use trimmer heads  for lawn grass, dense grass and weeds.  These will effectively clean up the areas that lawnmowers are unable to reach, or even places that a traditional mower will not operate, i.e on steeper slopes.

Grass Blades

Use a grass blade for dense, coarse grass, but not for woody growth or saplings.  A grass blade is designed to allow the grass to fall directly onto the blade to create rows.  It slices through the toughest brush, or mows down weeds with ease. 

Saw Blades

Use these blades for woody vines and other thick growth.  Also, saplings and small trees are dealt with easily.

Do I need to wear protective equipment?

When using a Trimmer, Brushcutter or Clearing saw you should always use hearing protection, protective eyewear, protective trousers and boots.  These help to protect your legs and feet from stones and other flying debris.  It is also recommend to use protective gloves.

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