Precise, efficient trimming is key to maintaining pristine hedge edges and a well-groomed garden — and keeping up with regular maintenance for your STIHL hedge trimmer makes this possible. Over time, your blade can become dull or even damaged, but replacing your blade is a simple at-home fix with these easy steps.
Replacement blade compatible with your Stihl hedge trimmer model
Screwdriver
Socket wrench or Allen key (depending on your trimmer model)
Work gloves
Safety goggles
Clean cloth or rag
Step 1: Before you begin, ensure that your hedge trimmer is turned off and disconnected from any power source. This prevents accidental starts and ensures your safety throughout the process. Put on your work gloves and safety goggles to protect your hands and eyes from any sharp edges or debris.
Step 2: Locate the blade cover on your hedge trimmer. Typically, it is secured by screws or bolts. Using a screwdriver or the appropriate tool, carefully remove the screws or bolts to release the blade cover. Set the screws or bolts aside in a safe place to prevent them from getting lost.
Step 3: Once the blade cover is removed, you'll have access to the blade itself. Depending on your Stihl hedge trimmer model, the blade may be secured with either screws, bolts, or a blade retainer. Use the appropriate tool (socket wrench or Allen key) to loosen and remove the fasteners holding the blade in place. Keep track of these fasteners for reassembly later.
Step 4: Take your replacement blade and align it with the blade mount on your hedge trimmer. Ensure that the teeth of the blade are facing in the correct cutting direction. Once properly aligned, reinsert the fasteners and tighten them securely to hold the blade in place. Be careful not to over-tighten, as this could damage the blade or trimmer.
Step 5: With the new blade securely in place, position the blade cover over the blade assembly. Align it properly to match the screw or bolt holes. Then, using the screws or bolts you removed earlier, reattach the blade cover and tighten the fasteners until they are snug.
Step 6: Before using your hedge trimmer, double-check that all fasteners are tightened securely and that the blade cover is properly in place. Inspect the new blade to ensure it is aligned correctly and free from any defects or damage. Once everything is in order, remove your gloves and safety goggles and store them appropriately.
To keep your lawn tidy, you want to keep your Toro Brushless String Trimmer in tidy condition, too. Like any machine, though, your Toro model might require the occasional maintenance task -- and one of the most common is replacing the trimmer spool. Here’s exactly how to do it.
Step 1: Before you begin, ensure that the trimmer is turned off and that the battery is removed to prevent accidental start-up. It's also a good idea to work in a well-lit and well-ventilated area. Wear gloves to protect your hands and safety goggles to shield your eyes from any debris.
Step 2: Locate the trimmer head at the bottom of the trimmer. Press the tabs on the sides of the trimmer head to release the cover. Once the cover is removed, carefully take out the old spool from the trimmer head. Dispose of the old spool properly, following any local regulations for recycling or disposal of used trimmer line.
Step 3: Take the replacement trimmer spool and inspect it for any defects or damage. Ensure that it is the correct size and type for your Toro trimmer. Most replacement spools come pre-wound with trimmer line, but if yours is not, follow the manufacturer's instructions to wind the trimmer line onto the spool.
Step 4:Insert the new spool into the trimmer head, making sure that it fits securely. Align the slots on the spool with the tabs inside the trimmer head. Press down firmly until you hear a click, indicating that the spool is locked into place.
Step 5: Once the new spool is installed, replace the trimmer head cover by aligning it with the trimmer head and pressing it down until it snaps into place. Ensure that the cover is securely attached to prevent any debris from entering the trimmer head during operation.
Step 6: Before using the trimmer, perform a quick test to ensure that the new spool is installed correctly. Reattach the battery and turn on the trimmer. Allow it to run for a few seconds, then gently tap the trimmer head on the ground to advance the trimmer line. If the trimmer line feeds out smoothly, you're ready to start trimming.
