How to sharpen a blade on your hedge trimmer

For your hedge trimmer to work optimally, the blades needs to be sharp. 

The blades can get dull after using the tool frequently, or if you are not taking good care of it.

WARNING: Before sharpening the blades, stop the product. If your hedge trimmer is battery-powered, take out the battery.

For this you will need:

• protective gloves - always use them when handling cutting equipment
• single-cut flat file 

How to sharpen blades on a hedge trimmer

1. Check each blade.
2. Clean the blades from sap and other dirt. Be careful not to damage the metal, but only to take off the dirt.
3. Mount the blade to the work surface with clams so it is fixated. This will make the sharpening easier.
4. Use the file to sharpen the blade in a straight movement.
5. Turn the blade regularly.
6. Sharpen all edges equally to keep the balance.

WARNING: Always discard a blade that is damaged. Do not try to make a bent or twisted blade straight and use it again.