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American Gardener YardStick 9-Inch 18-Volt Cordless Electric Light Line Trimmer #YS18 by American Gardener

Features

Cordless trimmer features lightweight design with powerful motor for fast and effective trimming

Generous 9-inch cutting path; 0.065-inch professional grade line

18-volt Power-Core motor; comfort switch with hassle-free start; adjustable shaft and front handle

Interchangeable NiCad battery conveniently recharges in 1 hour

Weight: 5-1/2 pounds

Product Description
The American Gardener YardStick light line trimmer features a lightweight, 5-1/2-pound design coupled with a powerful 18-Volt Power-Core motor and battery system for fast, effective, and easy plant trimming. The removable and interchangeable NiCad battery conveniently recharges in 1 hour and gives you cordless freedom. This trimmer gives you a generous 9-inch cutting path and features a 0.065-inch professional grade line. The comfort switch offers hassle-free start-up, and the adjustable shaft and front handle give you added comfort.

Product Description
*(Original Power Inc-YS18-18 Volt Cordless Trimmer)* - Features an 18V high power motor and NiCd battery with 31W hours capacity, interchangeable NiCd battery with 1 hour quick charger. 9" cutting path with bump feed line head that uses .065 professional grade cutting line. Fully adjustable handle with thumb safety switch. Refer to model No. RS18 for replacement spool. Unit weight: 5.5 lb. 2 year limited warranty.

Reader Reviews
I ordered my trimmer from Amazon and got it today. I put the battery in the charger and waited for the indicator to indicate a full charge. This being the initial charge, it took slightly more than an hour. I attached the battery to the unit and took it outside to do some trimming. The unit performed all the trimming functions that I required rather easily. I basically used it to trim around areas that I was not able to get to with a riding lawn mower, in a rural residential property that is basically about 2 acres in size, with lots of mature oak and pecan trees. I trimmed around the bases of some very large trees and also underneath a long stretch of rail fence. It performed just like a typical, light-duty trimmer. The fact that it is cordless is a definite convenience. The total time I was using it easily exceeded thirty minutes. The trimmer was still going strong and the battery did not exhibit any signs of weakening after that time. And I basically held down the trigger most of that time, to avoid having to depress the trigger lock button on the side to get it started again. This is a very good alternative for someone looking for a home trimmer. It is very convenient to use. No gas, and no power cords. I have no doubt that the battery can be recharged in an hour. You also have the option of ordering an extra battery for the unit, in case you have a big job to do. The manufacturer claims that a full charge will last for twenty minutes of trimming. I believe a new battery will easily exceed that rating. Mine beat that rating today, on its first day of operation. And, nickel-cadmium batteries have a reputation for being rugged and dependable, as well as lasting a very long time. I have power tools that are over 12 years old that uses nickel-cadmium batteries, and they are still taking a recharge. However, keep in mind that this is a light-duty trimmer. The rather short string of the trimmer does not cut a very big path, so it may take a long time if you have a big trimming job to do. The unit has more than enough power to trim weeds, grasses, and other soft green plants. The issue might be the length of the string. It is rather tiring to have to hold down that trigger though. And yes, the spring on the trigger is a bit on the stiff side. So you will probably get tired holding down that trigger for any long period of time. The box includes the trimmer, an 18-volt rechargeable battery, and a one-hour fast charger. I highly recommend this trimmer to the homeowner who is looking to avoid the hassle and the maintenance that a gas-powered trimmer presents. I also prefer this to a corded unit, as it is rather a lot of hassle to be dragging around a heavy gauge electrical cord. Please keep in mind what I said about the heavy trigger though. Perhaps that is just peculiar to this particular unit. However, if it is not, then prepare to give your wrist/gripping muscles an exercise in endurance. I would not necessarily recommend buying an extra battery. Save yourself some money. The one battery that came with the unit should be more than sufficient to do a small, residential property. There are other tools by American Gardener that use this same battery and charger combination. I believe their 18-volt hedge trimmer also use this same battery pack. Which make this unit an even better deal for those who have hedges to trim. Comment | Permalink | (Report this)

American Gardener YardStick 9-Inch 18-Volt Cordless Electric Light Line Trimmer #YS18
List Price: $69.99
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Updated on 6-25-2008.

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