Question: What do I use the different blades for?
A: The shrub cutter is the longer blade 8"/20 cm and can be used for trimming topiary and small evergreen hedges like a traditional hedge trimmer. The grass trimming blade has a width of 5"/12 cm and is perfect for edging around smaller lawns, patios and flower beds. Both blades some with scabbards to protect the blades when not being used.
Question: What size branches can I cut with the shrub cutting blade?
A: You can cut branches up to 0.3"/8 mm in diameter.
Question: What should I wear when using the HSA 26?
A: We recommend that you wear eye protection and sturdy boots or shoes. We also recommend that you tie back long hair.
Question: How easy is it to change the blades?
A: Very simple - remove the battery first, then squeeze the orange clips on both sides of the cutting attachment to release it. To attach a different blade, insert the metal tabs on the blade into the slots on the shrub shears and press it firmly into place until you hear a click.
Question: Can you replace the battery on the HSA 26?
Yes. we provide spare parts for at least ten years after we've stopped selling a product. We don't sell these directly online, but you can get replacement parts from any of our approved STIHL Dealers. Find your nearest one here: www.stihldealers.ca!
Question: Will the blades need sharpening?
A: Keeping the blades sharp will give a neat cut on whatever you are trimming. If you notice that the blades are getting jammed easily or the machine is struggling, the blades may need sharpening. Our approved STIHL Dealers can do this for you - find your nearest one here: www.stihldealers.ca!