The Greenworks 24-volt range of tools<\/strong>, including more than 20 different pieces of kit, all take advantage of the same excellent lithium-ion battery. You\u2019ll get both the battery and charger included with this strimmer but you can save money across the range by subsequently buying bare tools and using the same battery for different tools.<\/span><\/p>Recharging is a rapid enough affair and you\u2019ll get a full boost in anywhere from 60 to 90 minutes. Run time is quoted at 30 minutes and we\u2019d say that\u2019s fairly accurate. If you have a larger garden, you\u2019ll probably want a heavier-duty strimmer anyway. If, though, you are happy enough with a lighter unit, think about purchasing an extra battery if a half-hour of edging won\u2019t give you enough time to get the job done.<\/span><\/p>You can\u2019t get going straight out the box as you\u2019ll need a little work putting your string trimmer together. Make sure you have a Philips screwdriver hand since the first job is attaching the guard. Slip the front handlebar into position then fine-tune it so it feels nicely balanced. Adjust the cutting head so it\u2019s flush to the ground and you\u2019re all set to start your yard work. Don\u2019t rush this stage as it pays to set things up properly for a seamless experience.<\/span><\/p>Firing up the electric start is a breeze and when it comes to edging duties, we really can\u2019t knock this weed eater. To transform it from a multi-purpose string trimmer to a dedicated edger couldn\u2019t be easier. Press the clearly marked button on the drive motor and the head will rotate 90 degrees enabling first-rate edging action. Using the wheel to guide you, simply pull the Greenworks toward you and you\u2019ll get a crisp and clean line down the side of your lawn for a professional finish.<\/span><\/p>Sadly, there are a couple of bugbears that blight the edging experience slightly\u2026<\/span><\/p>Firstly, the lower shaft frequently slides into the upper portion if you use a degree of pressure when you\u2019re edging. You can overcome this by tightening the screw so don\u2019t spit the dummy and think this is insurmountable.<\/span><\/p>A more serious issue involves the way the line can snap off inside the spool. This leads to problems when you\u2019re trying to use it a straight-up trimmer so if this is your primary intended purpose, you might want to look into one of the other fine models we review. If edging is uppermost in your mind, the Greenworks acquits itself impressively.<\/span><\/p>As a nice add-on, you\u2019ll also get a 24-volt variable speed axial blower. Blowing menacing leaves away is a cinch with this attachment. This is certainly not something that should be central to your buying decision but it\u2019s an appreciated extra.<\/span><\/p>Including the battery, the strimmer tips the scales at a little over 5 pounds so you get cordless convenience in a very lightweight package.<\/span><\/p>Don\u2019t be fooled by its relatively limited power\u2026<\/strong> You\u2019ll still get a fair amount of flying debris so be sure to take all normal safety precautions.<\/span><\/p>Take a glimpse now at the overriding benefits and the minor drawbacks to the Greenworks so you can see if it makes a good fit for your gardening needs\u2026<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t