How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

I actually have two with the same problem.

They run fine, but they now also squeal without relent.

Can I take it apart and get it to stop the noise?

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

I'd try a squirt of silicone spray on the bar, where the
friction is. Failing that, the squealing problem may be
inside the handle.

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Christopher A. Young
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"bent" wrote in message
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I actually have two with the same problem.

They run fine, but they now also squeal without relent.

Can I take it apart and get it to stop the noise?

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

On Aug 25, 1:47*am, "bent" wrote:
I actually have two with the same problem.

They run fine, but they now also squeal without relent.

Can I take it apart and get it to stop the noise?

Yes, if you take it apart the noise should stop.

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

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"bent" wrote:

I actually have two with the same problem.

They run fine, but they now also squeal without relent.

Can I take it apart and get it to stop the noise?

If you take it apart and don't put it back together, the noise will stop.

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

On Aug 25, 1:47*am, "bent" wrote:
I actually have two with the same problem.

They run fine, but they now also squeal without relent.

Can I take it apart and get it to stop the noise?

"They run fine, but they now also squeal without relent"

They squeal without relent? Even when unplugged?

You don't need a repair, you need an exorcist.

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

On Aug 25, 12:08*pm, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Aug 25, 1:47*am, "bent" wrote:

I actually have two with the same problem.

They run fine, but they now also squeal without relent.

Can I take it apart and get it to stop the noise?

"They run fine, but they now also squeal without relent"

They squeal without relent? Even when unplugged?

You don't need a repair, you need an exorcist.

It probably a B&D Bush Hog, it squeals like a pig.

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

it is definitely not the blade, and is definitely inside

over at forums.gardenweb.com in the Tool Shed they said the motor uses
cheaper bushings, not bearings, that I could lubricate for a temp fix. Do
you guys trust them.

Can you recommend any of these cordless models over any of the other ones
from these?:

Yardworks
B&D
Worx / Earthwise

from the cheap category

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

On 8/25/2009 1:47 PM bent spake thus:

it is definitely not the blade, and is definitely inside

over at forums.gardenweb.com in the Tool Shed they said the motor uses
cheaper bushings, not bearings, that I could lubricate for a temp fix. Do
you guys trust them.

Dunno if I trust them, as I don't even know them. But yes, almost any
motor can be lubricated, even one with crappy busings/bearings.
Shouldn't be hard to open it up and apply lube where needed.

The question is how long it'll last, but it should quiet it down at
least temporarily. Me, being a compulsive DIYer/fixer, I'd do it.


--
Found--the gene that causes belief in genetic determinism

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

bent wrote:
it is definitely not the blade, and is definitely inside

over at forums.gardenweb.com in the Tool Shed they said the motor uses
cheaper bushings, not bearings, that I could lubricate for a temp fix.
Do you guys trust them.

The motor probably runs through a gear reduction to drive the
clipper. So, does the noise seem synced to the motion of the shearing,
or is it a higher pitched more continuous noise. You may wish to take a
piece of hose and snoop like a stethoscope to see where the sound is
originating. Lubricate there, probably with a grease or heavy oil rather
than a light oil. If you take this apart, you will probably see where
the gears are meshing, add grease there

Jeff

Can you recommend any of these cordless models over any of the other
ones from these?:

Yardworks
B&D
Worx / Earthwise

from the cheap category

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

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"Stormin Mormon" wrote:

I'd try a squirt of silicone spray on the bar, where the
friction is. Failing that, the squealing problem may be
inside the handle.

You are such a dumb fornicator.
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-Archbishop Helder Camara

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http://countercurrents.org/roberts020709.htm

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

Since it's essentially broken now, tear it apart, and put
some ND-30 oil on the motor berrings, and be done with it.

--
Christopher A. Young
Learn more about Jesus
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"bent" wrote in message
...
it is definitely not the blade, and is definitely inside

over at forums.gardenweb.com in the Tool Shed they said the
motor uses
cheaper bushings, not bearings, that I could lubricate for a
temp fix. Do
you guys trust them.

Can you recommend any of these cordless models over any of
the other ones
from these?:

Yardworks
B&D
Worx / Earthwise

from the cheap category

How to fix a perma-squealing B&D 16" corded e-ic hedge trimmer
 

On Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:47:34 -0400, "bent" wrote:

I actually have two with the same problem.

They run fine, but they now also squeal without relent.

Can I take it apart and get it to stop the noise?


I've been generally pleased with B&D repair, even beyond the warranty
period. You might give that a shot.