How to Use a Yard Edger Safely

Series Summary

Maintaining lawn equipment is an important part of safe lawn care. The lawn edger and is a necessity for creating a neatly manicured look for you lawn. Because it is a tool you use frequently, you'll want to keep it in excellent condition, and some do-it-yourself maintenance is needed at various times.

In this series of free videos, you will learn more about lawn edger maintenance. You will learn about various types of edgers, and how to clean them and keep them free of dirt, rust, and grass clippings. You'll get tips on changing the spark plugs, as well as tips on priming, choking & starting a gas-powered edger, and how to use it to get the best lawn on the block.

Video Transcript

"Hi! My name is Matthew Christian from Tampa, Florida and on behalf of Expert Village, today I would like to talk to you about the proper use and maintenance of a yard edger. Let's take a moment and talk about safety. When working with a hand tool or power tool, it is always a good idea to practice good safety habits. What I mean by that is we are going to be using a gas powered yard tool in a moment. It is a good to one, protect your ears. Here is a pair of neoprene ear plugs. You squish them, stick them in your ear and they will protect your hearing from the loud motor. Also a pair of gloves. When using the machine for a period of time, you may callus your hands so protect your hands with a good pair of gloves. Also since we are doing yard work and some dust what not is going to be kicked up in the air, I suggest using a particle or dust mask. Then last but not least, a good pair of safety glasses. Again, we are using a yard tool that is going to be throwing things around. You don't want a piece of debris getting in your eyes. Worst case scenario, it could potentially damage your eyes or blind you. Get yourself a pair of safety glasses and wear them while you are using them as well. "