Weed Eater is a brand of outdoor power equipment based in North Carolina, United States. The company creates string trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, and lawn mowers for homeowners and professionals alike.
Founded in 1971 by George C. Ballas Sr, the inventor of the string trimmer or weed eater
In 1977, Weed Eater was acquired by Emerson Electric Company
In 2006, Husqvarna Group, a Swedish company, acquired the brand and operates it as a subsidiary
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Weed Eater produces both gas-powered and electric string trimmers for homeowners and professionals. These trimmers are designed to cut grass and weeds in hard-to-reach areas.
Weed Eater produces gas-powered and electric blowers for homeowners and professionals. These blowers are designed to clear leaves and other debris from yards, driveways, and sidewalks.
Weed Eater produces both gas-powered and electric hedge trimmers for homeowners and professionals. These trimmers are designed to trim hedges, shrubs, and bushes.
Weed Eater produces both gas-powered and electric lawn mowers for homeowners. These mowers are designed to cut and maintain lawns.
To replace the string on your Weed Eater trimmer, first, turn off the trimmer and unplug the spark plug. Then, remove the cap that holds the spool in place and remove the spool. Next, unwind any remaining string and wind the new string onto the spool. Finally, replace the spool and cap and reconnect the spark plug.
It depends on your specific needs. Gas Weed Eater trimmers are typically more powerful and best for larger yards or tougher jobs, while electric Weed Eater trimmers are lighter and more environmentally friendly.
You should replace the air filter in your Weed Eater blower every 25 hours of use or at least once a year, whichever comes first.
Yes, Weed Eater trimmers can be used to edge lawns. Simply turn the trimmer on its side and guide it along the edge of the lawn.
Yes, like all lawn mowers, Weed Eater mowers require regular maintenance, such as changing the oil, air filter, and spark plug, along with cleaning the deck and sharpening the blade.