How to Release a Fishing Line From a Trimmer

I want to devote today’s article to the sore topic of summer residents and gardeners of the entire post-Soviet space "How to refill a fishing line into a trimmer." Not many trimmer manufacturers answer this question in their operating instructions. Therefore, it is difficult for ordinary gardeners to figure out how to do this correctly.

I want to start with a brief description of the technical characteristics of the trimmers.

So, trimmers are electric and gasoline. The cutting element of the trimmers can be a fishing line and a knife. The fishing line is ordinary, four. Pentahedral and intertwined (in the form of a pigtail). Knives come in 2, 3 and four blade blades. Knives are also plastic and metal.

The feed system of the fishing line from the trimmer is manual, semi-automatic and automatic.

Development engineers who create new models of trimmers clearly calculate the diameter (thickness) of the fishing line and the number of knife blades according to the power of the trimmers. Otherwise, the engine is overloaded, which as a result leads to its breakdown. And this is an additional and significant cost.

Today on the market are trimmers:

With one nozzle – only fishing line.
With two nozzles – fishing line and three-four-blade knife.
With one nozzle – only a three-four-blade knife.

Our Kulibins long ago learned to improve any mechanisms. So, for example, some gardeners make successful, in their opinion, replacing the fishing line with a metal cable, or fishing line. But at the same time they do not think about the safety of their and their loved ones, because, as a cable with the power of a working trimmer, it can easily break out and not only injure the mower and others, but leave it crippled for life. Using fishing line can and gives a better effect, I have never personally tried it than fishing line for trimmer, but this work has a number of disadvantages: when it comes into contact with solid objects, it loosens or can simply be pulled out of the reel without limit.

So what is called closer to the topic. I give an example of how to fill a fishing line into a trimmer (BOSCH Art 30 trimmer). Everything is very simple. We started.

After you have chosen the fishing line for refueling, you need to cut off the necessary amount of fishing line, because all the fishing line in the skein is not wound into a reel.

Cut off and start winding.

Remove the coil and the protective cover from the coil.

They took off. We fix one end of the fishing line into the gap and carefully and evenly wind the fishing line.

The amount of fishing line should be such that the protective cover of the reel closes and the line on the reel unwinds itself a little.

The second end of the fishing line is planted in the hole on the protective cover.

Next, take the coil and the protective cover of the coil. We sink the end of the fishing line from the reel into the metal hole on the protective cover of the reel. Tighten the fishing line a little.

We put it all on the trimmer. Turn the coil clockwise until it clicks.

Secured. Now connect the trimmer to the network. We put the trimmer in the starting position for the job. Turn on the trimmer. The excess length of the fishing line will be cut off on the cutting blade.

Trimmer Coil

That’s all starting work.

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A little tip. Make sure that the fishing line does not come into contact with solid objects when cutting. With this contact, the fishing line will be cut. And since, in this trimmer, the fishing line is not fed automatically, then you have to stop the work each time, remove the reel and re-release the fishing line.

In my trimmer, in addition to the standard line for mowing the lawn, there is still provided a thick fishing line for mowing coarse weeds. It has the shape of a pigtail, i.E. Three fishing lines are tightly intertwined. Such a fishing line has its own reel.

Thick fishing line

It is stored at the top of the trimmer body.

Spare coil storage space

Installing such a fishing line into the reel is very simple – according to the internal circuit inside the reel. We insert the center of the fishing line with a metal mount at the top of the reel, and draw the ends of the fishing line along the grooves and bring it out.

Reinforced Fishing Line

Such a coil is attached to the trimmer as well as a reel with ordinary fishing line.

Video: How to Release a Fishing Line From a Trimmer


How to Release a Fishing Line From a Trimmer

If you are going to tidy up the lawn or remove excess vegetation on the site that appeared during the season, then you are unlikely to be able to do without a trimmer. Before you consider how the choice of fishing line for the trimmer affects its functioning and effectiveness, you need to understand what this device is.

What is a grass trimmer?

What is the difference between trimmers?

The main difference between trimmers is the mowing width, which depends on the diameter of the circle that the line passes through. The number of lines that the device uses and their thickness may also differ. The body of the device itself can be made of steel or plastic, which affects not only its effectiveness, but also on price, ease of use and durability.

Trimmers differ from each other in the type of engines, which can have different power and country of manufacture. If we talk about the type of engine, devices that run on gasoline are more preferable than electric ones. They have more functionality and are easy to use. Unlike electric models, gas trimmers can be used immediately after rain. Rods are usually presented in two forms, each of which has its own characteristics. In straight-shaped trimmers, the cutting head is driven by a metal rod, and in curved – thanks to a steel cable.

Modern trimmers have various nozzles, thanks to which the device can be used for cleaning snow, cultivating the soil, cutting trees, forming a hedge, etc. Such functionality and ease of use have led to the fact that trimmers have become more in demand than lawn mowers, which have a lot application restrictions.

What kind of fishing line for the trimmer in composition, thickness and shape?

When working with a trimmer, the right choice of fishing line plays a paramount role and determines not only the effectiveness of the technique itself, but also the overall result of the work done. Despite the fact that there is a fairly large selection of various technical features, the main emphasis should be placed on exactly which line to choose for the trimmer. To do this, you need to understand what is the difference between different options for lines and which one is more preferable for a particular type of work.

If you highlight the main parameters of the fishing line, then usually classify them according to the following characteristics:

  • Structure
  • Thickness
  • Sectional shape

The composition of the fishing line for trimmer

The composition directly affects the life of the fishing line. In most cases, it is made of nylon, since this material has high wear resistance with maximum preservation of working functionality. Also a clear advantage of nylon is that the material is independent of low temperature.

Trimmer line thickness

Also, the thickness of the fishing line must be selected based on the type of motor and power. For example, for electrical devices with a power of 1 kW, the best option would be to choose a cord of 2 mm, and for motors with a power of 500 W, the thickness of the fishing line should not exceed 1.6 mm.

Video on how to choose a fishing line for a trimmer

Cross-sectional shape of a fishing line for a trimmer

The main criteria for selecting the correct section shape is the level of noise emitted and the type of work. There are a fairly large number of forms, including square, star, rectangular, notched forms, etc. There are two-component twisted fishing lines that are ideal for mowing dry grass. Such fishing lines are much stronger and more resistant to gusts, therefore they have a long service life. Twisted fishing lines are suitable even for mowing shrubs. Their only minus is the price, which is much higher than for ordinary types of cord.

Tips for choosing a fishing line for the trimmer for proper operation

It is the choice of fishing line that is the most common question that bothers the owners of this device. If the choice of technical characteristics, features and shape is relevant only when buying a trimmer, then the choice of cord is always important. It is its quality that determines the effectiveness and ability to perform various types of work.

To find out how to choose a fishing line for a trimmer, you need to correctly determine the type of work and the purpose of operation of the device. Adhering to simple rules, you will not only extend the fishing line itself, but also increase the operability of the device:

  • Choose a cord diameter that is suitable for your particular engine type. Its parameters should fully match the capabilities of the device.
  • Also, when choosing a fishing line, it is necessary to take into account the type of vegetation. The thickness of the cord should depend on the complexity of the work. For example, any thin line is suitable for seasonal lawn mowing, and thicker options are best for shrubs and perennial weeds.
  • When working, try to avoid cord contact with hard surfaces such as stones, foundations, and trees.
  • With proper operation, the fishing line and reel will last a fairly long period, which will allow you not only to perform the required amount of work, but also significantly save finances.
  • Do not try to buy the most expensive fishing line options. Sometimes this is completely useless. It is much more important to pay attention to the manufacturer and quality, and not to the special conditions of the cord.

It is also important to understand how to tackle the line in the trimmer. An incorrect winding procedure can cause it to fail, and you will have to purchase another skein. If you do not possess such skills and do not know all the features of the operation of the device, then it is better to ask all the details from a consultant when buying a fishing line.

Some trimmer models require only a certain type of wood, so when buying equipment, make sure that it is suitable for the intended tasks. All information can be found in the instructions. Also always pay attention to the thickness of the fishing line, which is indicated in the basic characteristics of the trimmer. Using a thicker or thinner cord can cause rapid wear and even breakage of the mechanism itself.

Video about choosing a fishing line for a trimmer

What do you pay attention to when choosing a fishing line for a trimmer? Share your experience in the comments.