Black & Decker Grass Hog 14-Inch 5-AMP Electric String Trimmer and Edger #GH600 | 
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| Brand: Black & Decker
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $98.95
Buy New: $48.33
You Save: $50.62 (51%)
New (14) Refurbished (1) from $42.74
Rating:  80 reviews
Sales Rank: 120
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5.9
Dimensions (in): 9.8 x 8.4 x 47.6
MPN: GH600
Model: GH600
UPC: 028877384641
EAN: 0028877384641
ASIN: B000087QVV
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: New Open Box, But Never Used - Bought This by Mistake - Thought I was buying a Re-chargable Unit - My Fought
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| Features:
| • | 14-inch string trimmer with Automatic Feed Spool so no bumping required | | • | 5 Amp electric motor spins line at 9,500 rpm; 14-inch cutting swath | | • | Head quickly rotates 180-degrees for easy conversion; patented cord lock system | | • | Auxiliary handle with adjustable soft grips for added comfort and control | | • | Backed by 2-year full warranty |
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Amazon.com Product Description
Every home lawn enthusiast needs a reliable trimmer. When it comes to performance in the front or back yard, the Grass Hog 14-inch automatic feed string trimmer and edger provides what you need. This tool is powered by a 4.8 Amp electric motor that spins the line at 9,500 rpm and gives you a 14-inch cutting swath. An Automatic Feed Spool (AFS) system eliminates the need to bump the trimmer against the ground every time the line breaks. And the 30-foot, factory-wound spool is easy to install and replace. Head adjustment is quick and easy, too, when the Groom'N'Edge head rotates 180 degrees; just press the button, rotate the handle and wait for it to lock in place. The patented cord retention system helps prevent accidental unplugging while in use. This trimmer comes equipped with an auxiliary handle for added comfort and control. The handle rotates a full 360 degrees and the soft grip can be moved up and down to ensure the perfect fit, whatever size the operator may be. A flip-down edge guide ensures precise trimming and edging work. At just 5.2 pounds, this product is easy for just about anyone to use. This product is backed by a 2-year full warranty. --Carl Thress
Amazon.com
Every home enthusiast needs a reliable trimmer. When it comes to performance in the front yard or back, the Black & Decker GH600 14-inch Grass Hog lives up to its name. The unit is powered by a 4.8 amp electric motor that spins the line at 9,500 rpm. An automatic line feed system eliminates the need to bump the trimmer against the ground every time the line breaks. And the 30-foot, factory-wound spool is easy to install and replace. Head adjustment is quick and easy, too. Just press the button, rotate the handle and wait for it to lock in place. The Grass Hog comes equipped with an auxiliary handle for added comfort and control. The handle rotates a full 360 degrees and can be moved up and down the handle to ensure the perfect fit, whatever size the operator may be. A flip-down edge guide ensures precise trimming and edging work. And, at just 5.2 pounds, the Grass Hog is easy for just about anyone to use.--Carl Thress
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| Customer Reviews: Read 75 more reviews...
 Worked great -- then died July 2, 2008
David L. Brown (McLean, Va United States)
Worked well until smoke starting pouring out of it. There's a reason they put vents in the shaft! After the smoke stopped it was dead and never worked again.
 Dangerous for weeds and your body June 29, 2008
Wandering Eye (California)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This thing eats through weeds like a hot knife through butter. Because it has an automatic line feeder, you never need to pause working to draw out more line. It's easy and fun to use. It can be a bit heavy, so you might need to take breaks occasionally to recharge your muscles. Do not even think of using the Grass Hog without wearing shoes that cover your feet (no sandals), thick long pants, and eye protection (long sleeved shirt and gloves are also a good idea). This baby can and will kick up dirt, rocks, and other debris and send it hurling at your face and other body parts. The line will easily cut flesh, so keep your feet and legs away from it! I've used a lot of weed whackers, and this one is easily the best.
Weedwacker June 23, 2008
J. Thompson (California)
This is my second one Ive had. Even though it uses more line than than a tap unit it is very easy to use both as a weedwacker or a lawn edger. Im very satisfyed with the unit
 More than adequate motor, best for shorter people. June 14, 2008
Joe (Gettysburg, PA United States)
As everyone else says, goes through string fast, but much better than bumping or manual string advancing. I'm going to try re-spooling myself. I was going to buy extra spools, but changed my mind after it went through the first spool in about only 1 hour of use. Did not give it 5 stars due to few factors: 1) Not for tall people unless you like to hunch over. Just right for my kids to use, but I am 5'8" and have to hunch a little even with the longest setting. 2) Bottom motor design makes the trimmer head heavier, which makes you have to push down on the back handle all the time, while holding the complete weight of the trimmer with the middle handle. I rigged a shoulder strap to the middle handle, which improved the handling and weight distribution 100%!
Black & Decker take note: Make the unit longer and include a $2 shoulder strap!!!
 At least it is inexpensive... June 9, 2008
J. Blieden
I bought one 4.5 years ago and with sporadic use died today. Not sure if I want to get another. Let me confirm what you will read elsewhere it eats line like it wasn't paying for it (buy the three packs). The first three years it worked well enough. The sound isn't so bad, but quieter than gas ones. In a pinch, you can even trim small bushes under an eighth inch in an ugly unsafe way. I used it to clear around their base. I also agree with another review this is a small yard edger on larger one it may get warm.
It has a tendency as it got older to heat the line causing it to stick to itself ont he spool and require manually pulling the line out somewhat frequently. Today the white plastic clutch lock in the spinning head broke so it won't stop feeding line. I'll edit my review once I find out how much it costs to replace the $.25 plastic part.
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