Product Description

What's in the box: Black & Decker Cordless Pole Hedge Trimmer 18 volt Specifications: Brand: Black & Decker Over 3 metre of reach 18 Volt Nicad Battery Charge time 3 hours. Runtime 50 mins Charge time 3 hours speed Blade gap 12 mm Head pivots through 180 degrees Dual action, asymmetric blades reduce vibration A Word from the Manufacturer: Black & Decker are the world's largest producer of power tools and accessories. Today, Black & Decker is a global marketer and manufacturer of quality products used in and around the home and for commercial applications. Hedge Trimmer Safety Keep all people, especially children, and animals away from the area you're working in Hold the hedge trimmer correctly using both hands Make sure the hedge trimmer is switched off and idle before attempting to remove any jammed cuttings Always wear Protective clothing including heavy-duty footwear and safety goggles to protect your eyes from flying cuttings If you have electric hedge trimmers; please don't use them in wet weather. Keep the cable well away from where you are cutting and check that the socket outlet has working RCD protection Manufacturer's instructions can often be jam packed with useful information so please check them out before using your trimmer

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #21629 in Home Improvement
• Brand: Black & Decker
• Model: B/DGTC800

Manufacturer's Description
Over 3 metres of reach means safe cutting of tall hedges from the ground. The head pivots through 180 degrees for easy cutting of hedge tops, it has a non-slip grip for extra comfort and control and it’s lightweight and well balanced for ease of use.

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Customer Reviews

Well constructed
I used to get the stepladders and extension leads out before I even started. A one hour job has now turned in to a 10 minuter. My conifers behind a ditch were very risky to cut back before I got this.

The trimmer that turned up is the red/orange colour version (not that it matters). These do not extend, they are constantly at a fixed length but it does break down into two for easy storage. They are fairly quiet and not too heavy and have a handy padded section in the middle of the pole which you use when bracing for low to middle height work. It is possible to hold it straight up overhead at arms length but do so at your own risk.

It has a separate Nicad battery which takes about 3 hours for a full charge so leave it on over night before you need it. It is well constructed and sturdy even if you do feel like the chap from Stargate as you walk around with it.

Simply not up to it
DONT ! This gimmicky tool is not up to anything except the most minor job trimming leafy twigs. The battery runs out before you've had time think about when to have a tea break. In any event it will run out within 15-20 minutes. The blades are flimsy and get jammed if anything thicker than a gnat's forearm gets in the way. For an item this heavy you would expect more power and muscle, but it is feeble.

I returned mine - its just no good except for maybe whisking eggs.
My advice? - Get one that is mains powered. Rechargable battery technology just isn't ready yet. Petrol powered trimmers are of course more portable but very noisy and of course you have to muck about with fuel etc.

Unless your garden is miles long and unreachable by cable, then get a mains powered trimmer. If your garden is miles long then it's not your concern, since the staff will take care of it....

Exstended Hedge Trimmer
The Service from Amazon was first class, Delivery was Excellent, Product was very good easy to use but is quite heavy to use. Battery life around 40-50 mins when fully charged. Its a shame there is no warning when running down and the Battery Charger doesn't show when fully charged or charging. But over all very pleased.