How Do You Use An Electric Weed Whacker?
No matter how neatly mowed a lawn is, it just doesn’t look finished unless you use a weed whacker, also known as a weed eater or lawn edger, to trim the edges. Some people find power tools intimidating, but there’s no reason to fear an electric weed whacker as long as you follow a few steps to ensure you use your weed whacker safely. Put on appropriate safety clothing and gear. No matter how hot it is, you need to wear long pants and boots when you use a weed whacker. Yes, there’s a shield, but it only redirects the flying material. Your legs and ankles will be covered with dirt, weeds, rocks and bugs at best, and at the worst, you could lose a toe. Safety glasses are also essential for the same reason. Adjust the grip so that the weed whacker is comfortable in your hands. Make sure that your dominant hand is holding the lower grip so that you can steer the weed whacker. Most models give you the option of spinning around the lower grip so that you can hold the weed whacker with either
