Black & Decker GH1000 Grass Hog XP 14-Inch 7.2 Amp Electric String Trimmer/Edger

by Black & Decker

Product Features

• 7.2 Amp motor delivers 7,400 rpm and a wide, 14-inch cutting swath for effective trimming
• Unique spool system uses centrifugal force to automatically feed out more line when you need it
• Head rotates 180 degrees for quick switches from trimming to edging
• Weighs just 6.9 pounds and offers soft, adjustable grips for easy handling
• Backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10 x 5 x 47.4 inches ; 8.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000E7WLD8
• Item model number: GH1000
• Average Customer Review: 1.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (314 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,326 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #26 in Patio, Lawn & Garden > Mowers & Outdoor Power > Outdoor Power Tools > String Trimmers

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Black and Decker Grass Hog XP electric string trimmer and edger is a powerful and easy-to-use tool that gives you fast trimming performance in the toughest weeds, grass and overgrowth. The strong 7.2 Amp motor with high-torque transmission design delivers constant power. This trimmer offers a generous 14-inch cutting swath, and the .080-diameter heavy-duty dual-line system provides improved cutting ability with longer tool life. The Automatic Feed Spool (AFS) cuts faster, has less line wear, and uses centrifugal force so no bumping is required. This trimmer/edger has a lightweight design, weighing only 6.9 pounds, so it is easy to maneuver; the motor and transmission are mounted between the gripping areas, distributing the weight of the tool for better control and less fatigue. The featured Groom'N'Edge quickly converts the equipment from a trimmer to an edger and back again with just a push of the button; the head rotates 180 degrees and the flip-down edge guide makes edging along sidewalks, driveways, and flower-beds fast and simple. The handle can be height adjusted for any user and the soft grips provide maximum control and comfort. This product is backed by a 2-year full warranty.

Product Description

Replacement spool DF-080

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

102 of 109 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars recall--get your new parts to fix your issues with this trimmer, September 18, 2007

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Sherry R. Melancon "sherlock_" (Baton Rouge, LA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Black & Decker GH1000 Grass Hog XP 14-Inch 7.2 Amp Electric String Trimmer/Edger (Lawn & Patio)

There is a recall on this product. If you have a black spool cap, you are affected. Getting the new spool and cap fixes all of the complaints I am seeing here. I was pretty irritated with this machine before I got my replacement parts.

Clipped from the recall notice:

Trimmers with date codes 200546 through 200645 (representing manufacturing dates of Nov. 14, 2005, through Nov. 6, 2006) are included in this recall. Consumers can find the date code on the underside of the trimmer's handle. Trimmers with black spool caps are included in the recall, but products with orange spool caps are not.

Black & Decker urges consumers to contact them for a free repair kit.

Consumers can contact Black & Decker at 888-742-9158 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, and the firm's website.

63 of 67 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Don't buy. Junk, June 28, 2008

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Dale J. Roberts (Virginia USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Black & Decker GH1000 Grass Hog XP 14-Inch 7.2 Amp Electric String Trimmer/Edger (Lawn & Patio)

Wear eye protection, long pants and hang on tight. Lots of power but control is difficult. Bought it last September, have used it 7 or 8 times, now motor runs but trimer doesn't spin. This seems to be a common problem, a real piece of junk. I just used it for very light duty work, purchased to replace an old Sears trimmer that was about 25 years old. Now I am back to using that old Sears trimmer which is a little bulky and isn't as fancy looking but still does the job. Update, I took it apart, rubber drive belt was shredded and plastic gear on drive assembly was partially melted, cheap componets and poorly constructed. Watch for screw fastener hidden under decal, it makes dissassmbly a minor challange.

33 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Grass Hog XP works just fine with the newly redesigned spindle, January 20, 2008

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DeepFreeze3 "DP3" (Honolulu, HI - U.S.A.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Black & Decker GH1000 Grass Hog XP 14-Inch 7.2 Amp Electric String Trimmer/Edger (Lawn & Patio)

Like many reviewers, I had spindle problems with the Grass Hog XP when I first got it. But one call to Black & Decker got me a newly redesigned spindle sent to me via UPS, and I've never had a problem with it since. And, as of this writing, it's now with every model that's out there today. No biggie.

In any case, this has got to be the most powerful trimmer/edger that I could find which could be plugged into an outlet. Being that I hate everything about gas trimmers (i.e. bad smells, loud noise), I relished being able to just plug in the Grass Hog XP, pull the trigger, and just get the job done. I like its edging feature!! It makes the cement walkway leading up to my front door look that much more presentable!! And if you need a little more extra length, just push the black button that's in front of the handle, pull the poll forward, and it just clicks into place. Every one in awhile, I have found that the AFS will give me a little too much line. But I just simply get some scissors, cut off the excess & I'm back on track (I wonder if the reviewers who whined about that have a pair handy???)

In short, the Grass Hog XP is the best alternative that I've found to a smelly, stinky & noisy gas trimmer/edger!! Just plug it it, pull the trigger and it's instantly on. Other electric trimmer/edger products that the competition put out pale in comparison.