Cordless Pole Pruner

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Pole pruner chainsaw : Black & Decker LPP120 20-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Pole Saw Features 20-Volt Max Lithium Ion battery has a longer lifespan and retains its charge 5X more than similar Nicd batteries 20-Volt Max Lithium Ion Battery Provides Up to 150 Cuts of 1 1/2-Inch Pine Branches Per Charge 8-Inch Cutting Bar and Chain Allows for a Maximum Cutting Diameter of 6-Inch Center Extension Allows For a Useable Length of 6.5′ or 10′, Provides Overhead Reach of Up to 14′ In-Line Power-Head Allows Easy Maneuverability and Visibility Between Branches

When I decided to purchase this item, there were no reviews for it, and I was of course hesitant. I also looked on the Black & Decker site, and it didn’t exist…only the battery. However, I read the reviews for the 18v model…over 250 reviews…and I decided to take a chance and order it. And I must say, I’m very happy with it. I’m a 50 yr old lady with 2 neck fusions, and some strength issues due to them. I also have many trees on my 1.5 acres that need what seems like constant pruning…previously by a manual pole saw…very hard for me.

When it arrived, I was impressed with the ease of putting it together, and how light weight it is. The included instructions are very detailed and easy to understand. You can use it as 2 pieces or as 3. 2 pieces give you 6′, and 3 give you 9′. It can reach 14′ which includes 5′ of your own height. The battery charges in a couple hours from dead, and can be left on the charger after charging…indefinitely per the instructions. This eliminates the possibility of damaging the battery by forgetting it on the charger…unlike the 18v model which had several complaints about frying the battery if it’s not removed when charged. The battery is feather light…hard to believe it has the power it does. I did purchase a 2nd battery from another site for including shipping. …so my pruning wouldn’t be cut short by a dead battery.

As for using it… It works very well, easily cutting through 1-2″ branches with no bogging down, etc. Just let the saw’s weight do the work. I pruned for about 45 minutes the other day and didn’t notice any drop in power…oak, palm fronds, etc. I’m VERY happy with it and glad I ordered it. It’s not intended for super heavy pruning like log size branches, but I’m sure it would work if given enough time. It doesn’t have the same power of a gas or elec. pole saw, but makes up for this by being light weight and easily moved around ones yard…and easy to store! It’s more difficult for me to use with all 3 sections being used, mainly due to the weight being shift out farther. But for someone with normal arm strength, it wouldn’t be a problem. The heaviest part is the cutting head, and it’s not really very heavy at all.

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