Should buy a used gas hedge trimmers? Generally, when you buy second-hand, whether it be tools or equipment, there is usually no warranty on them, which will take you back no more, if they refuse to work means. If you buy your used a chain saw or hedge trimmer gas mower dealers, may already be part of the vendor that has extended a new model and the dealer can give you a guarantee, and if you're lucky, might have acted fully equipped.
Where can IBuy
For obvious reasons a dealer would be the best place to buy, they often have trade in units for sale and usually at a reduced price. Ask them if they will give you a warranty, a thirty day warranty will give you some peace of mind. Other places to search for secondhand gas hedge trimmers include the classified section of your newspaper, message boards at your local mall, also look at second hand goods stores and pawn shops - often these places are great for getting bargains.
You can also buy online, head over to your favorite search engine such as Yahoo or Google and look for secondhand or used gas hedge trimmers, also browse the listings on sites such as eBay. Amazon is well worth looking at, as often they will have refurbished units for sale with a warranty at a fraction of the cost of a new unit and quite often include free shipping.
What Do I Need To Look For
Take a close look at the condition and appearance, this will give you an indication of whether the owner has looked after the unit or not. Check the wear on the handles as this will quite often give you an idea of the age of the unit. Look a the make and model numbers - often an online search of those will give you an idea of the age of the tool and also any issues to be aware of with that particular model.
Inspect the blades closely, see if they have been correctly sharpened and the cutting angle of the blade is correct and not worn - also look for nicks in the blades. Dull or Worn blades are dangerous and can lead to paper jams Trimmer, when in use.
Make sure the seller shows operate the hedge trimmer, make sure it starts easily, does not take more than one or two loaded onto the rope with the accelerator and the engine should be started. If you do not start easily, it could mean problems as problems of sparks or something more serious as the failure of electronic ignition.
Test the locking mechanism of the blade when the tool is equipped with a - with locking bladeactivated, the blade should not move and the machine must be light to a minimum. Let the engine warm and then turn the engine, listening for strange noises and the emission observed. Two-stroke engines emit a little smoke, but that should not be exaggerated. Excessive smoke could indicate an incorrect fuel, oil or mixture must be something more serious. Check the valve that switches off the engine, in fact, when they attacked. Check for vibrations of the instrument whenRun, the newer models have built-in anti-vibration capabilities
Buying considerations
What is the price for second hand trimmer - is right and its age and condition of the car? How come is to compare the price for a new one?
You can try to negotiate again and you will be surprised, people often want to get rid of reality, of second-hand. Be aware that you have no idea on the internal state of the engine on the device, you can buy it and two daysafter the purchase the engine may stop, requiring expensive repairs or replacement.
The home handyman range of gas hedge trimmers should give you 1 to 2 years of service and the commercial models 2 to 3 years of work before needing major repairs.
Another option you have when buying second hand (especially from some one local in your area) , ask if they mind you taking the hedge trimmer into your local chainsaw dealer who will give you a professional opinion and an idea of what you should be paying for the unit.
Remember buy carefully and happy trimming.
