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How do I cut along the fence?

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You'll have to let the string actually touch the fence in order to get every weed. If it's a wire fence (chain link, horse fence, etc.), expect to lose some string along the way.

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Is a straight or bent shaft better?

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Most shafts are bent, because that gives the user a better attack angle on the weeds.

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What if the engine stalls?

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Get used to it. It can happen a lot. The engine may need to be tuned.

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How do I prevent a weed whacker from causing items to fly and damage things?

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Look out for anything loose, small, or light in your path. Stay away from stones.

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Will a weed whacker throw up stones and wood chips?

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Yes. For that reason, it is important to wear proper eye protection and (preferably) long pants.

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What is the best way to store a gas powered weed eater while it's not in use? Upright or horizontal?

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It really doesn't matter. We store ours horizontally because we can keep it in our truck, and if you want to hang it up, that's fine.

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