Summer is the prime time to go outdoors and enjoy the heat of the sun. But will you be able to have fun hanging at your backyard or lawn if it’s filled with overgrown weeds and grass?
For all you know, rodents might have spawned in there. To avoid this and have a much more relaxing time spent outdoors, you need to continuously maintain a manicured lawn.
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To do this, you need a trimmer, something like the Black & Decker 20-Volt Trimmer/Edger that we will go in-depth with in this review.
The Black and Decker Lithium-Ion string trimmer is an electric type of weed eater that is cordless and uses lithium-ion batteries. Meaning, you can take your weed eater anywhere in your yard without worrying about it being plugged all the time in an electric socket.
Essentially, it functions the same way as a gas-powered trimmer would, except it is lighter and more eco-friendly. The downside is that it doesn’t have much power as the gas-powered trimmer.
For it to work without cords, it is powered by a 20-Volt Lithium-Ion battery, an alternative to the widely used NiCad battery. Lithium-Ion is said to have longer lifespan and charge retention.
For a medium sized trimmer with dimensions 8.5"L x 4.8"W x 41.3"H, it is considered on the lightweight side, weighing only 5.2 pounds. Other battery-powered trimmers weigh twice its weight, making it the choice of those who intend to use it for longer periods and want to avoid strains on the back, arms, and legs.
The shaft is also adjustable so you can lengthen or shorten it according to your desire height. With the right length, it makes it much more easier to maneuver.
The medium size trimmer head is enough for you to reach more areas at a time, while still being able to trim through hard-to-reach places.
Like all popular trimming products of Black & Decker, this one includes a PowerDrive transmission that delivers more power from the motor to the cutting string; so more weeds will be whacked in one pass. You will get more than enough cutting power for your needs and the string trimmer is light for maximum user comfort.
It also has a generous 12-inch cutting swath help every job go faster. The Automatic Feed Spool (AFS) system also ensures continuous work without bumping by keeping the trimmer line at the optimal length automatically and continuously. The automatic feed spool afs system makes sure the string advance is flawless.
The upgrade of the trimmer from NiCad to Lihium-Ion battery is also a major plus because it offers a longer lifespan and retains its charge 5x longer than similar 18-volt NiCad batteries. You are able to use 1 system endless tasks. Power for your style this string trimmer is part of the 20v lithium battery system for the United States.
Because of the Black & Decker’s string trimmer edger lightweight materials, wielding it is very easy and comfortable. The micro-texture grip makes it an easy to hold string trimmer edger. It also comes with an adjustable height and handle that enables you to trim at odd angles as well as a telescoping pole for adjusting the length of the shaft.
The two 20-volt MAX batteries doubles your runtime to get large tasks done in only a few hours and it negates extension cord limitations. For maximum initial battery voltage make sure your lithium battery is fully charged before use. The workload is 20 volts.
The 20v max system 1 makes it super simple to use your string trimmer around your flower beds. The system is light enough that you can easily do borders sidewalks and flower beds. The brand black decker has great customer service for their outdoor power equipment.
There have not been many user frustrations around the lithium batteries.
Although it doesn’t come with additional accessories to be attached to the trimmer for added function, this trimmer doubles as an edger by quickly turning the shaft upside down. Trimming areas of overgrowth and edging can be done easily in just one turn. You can also use the technique of edging along borders sidewalks if your trimmer line diameter is the correct size. This task would be easier with a trimmer to wheeled edger though.
The package comes with an instruction manual for setting and startup. If you run into difficulties, Black & Decker may also be easily reached via telephone and email. The customer review on the 20v max lithium string trimmer has been excellent.
Basic know-hows can also be found on their website. This product comes with a two-year limited warranty. For parts and services, directly contact them with your email address for coverage as it varies. You likely will not need any support though since this string trimmers power source lithium-ion 20v max system is very durable and the easy feed works extremely well.
Installation is fairly easy; it only takes about a few minutes of your time. The box comes with the trimmer, instructions, two batteries, cord, and a charger. Before using it, you might need to charge the batteries at around eight hours each.
When using it, the Black & Decker 20-Volt Trimmer/Edger makes it easy to finish tiring lawn-trimming tasks because of its powerful motor and wide reach. Adding to its lightweight is the ergonomic feel on the handles that can be easily steered.
The only dissatisfaction users have expressed is the run time. Each battery has at least 20 minutes of runtime. In a day, you’ll only have at least 40 minutes of work done before you have to charge it. It would be great if Black & Decker could make the charge time lesser.
If you are looking for a light weight string trimmer to use for edging along borders sidewalks and your yard this 20v max cordless system will be perfect for you. Black and decker makes a great product and this string trimmer with automatic feed spool afs system is no different.
Other than the purported battery runtime that might not be enough depending on how big your lawn is, this Black & Decker 20-Volt Trimmer/Edger does the job pretty well.
Considering its capability to quickly trim an area, you might find that the 40-minutes runtime is enough. If you find the runtime too short, then you might be dealing with a larger parcel of land, in which case, you might need a stronger, heavy-duty trimmer. You can always purchase more 20v lithium-ion batteries if needed.
The bigger the area and the harder the stalks are, the more powerful trimmer you need. If that’s the case, consider investing in a gas-powered trimmer. Otherwise, the Black & Decker is enough to fix an average-sized lawn or backyard.
Don't forget to also read our article on the "What are the best Weed Eaters?".
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