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Specifications
Weight: 13.35 pounds
Product Dimensions: 8 x 10 x 42 inches
Battery Voltage: 40 volts
Manufacturer: Ryobi
Model Number: RY40210
Currently, there are more people who prefer electric-powered tools to gas-powered alternatives. If you intend to purchase a string trimmer soon, consider the environmental-friendliness of one that is electric-powered. Below is an insight into what the Ryobi RY40210 cordless string trimmer has to offer. In other words, get a good grasp of its pros and cons before you head on to making a purchase.
Assembly
You will find it very easy to assemble the Ryobi RY40210. It has an intuitive design and although you can easily troubleshoot a problem by reading its user manual, you will be able to assemble most of its parts without instruction. With the Connexion Attachment System, it is possible to transform the string trimmer into a pole pruner, an edger or a hedge trimmer.
Functionality
Ryobi RY40210 is a single line cutter. Most homeowners prefer single line trimmers because unlike their dual line counterparts, you will have less hassle dealing with a spool which gets knotted to fast. If you are a newbie to string trimmers, you might be inclined to think that a dual-line cutter has better functionality. You should, however, note that they are not very popular because most of them are inconveniencing.
Is it a bump head or an automatic feed?
It is an automatic feed cutter; this means that it sends out more line when the string gets shorter in order to advance. These cutters are apparently becoming more popular than bump head trimmers because you do not have to focus on the length of its string while working. However, note that it would be very difficult to deal with the automatic mechanism should the cutter’s mortar jam.
Ergonomics
Does the Ryobi RY40210 offer a pleasant user experience? At, 13.3 pounds after assembly, it is honestly lightweight. You can trim or use it for other tasks without burning out so quickly. Again, with its lightweight build, this is something that can be used by anyone regardless of how often they pay visits to the gym. Something else a good cordless trimmer should possess is reliability in its balance. Most of the people who have used it agree that it is a little bit nose-heavy but all the same, it has good balance. Just in case you are interested in the details, it has the mortar at its head and the battery in the back to help with balancing.
Convenience
To say that a cordless string trimmer is convenient, it has got to have a battery that lasts for a considerably long period of time. Ryobi RY40210 is one of the best in its league gauged on this aspect. The battery takes two hours to reach full charge and won’t need you to stop and recharge if you are going to work on a modest ¼ acre lawn.
Bottom Line
They Ryobi RY40210 cordless string cutter has grown very popular with homeowners since its release. You will have nothing to miss if you are upgrading from a gas-powered cutter. It has got power, great ergonomics and would you believe that its battery life extends beyond the time you take to refill your gas trimmer?