Wahl Trimming FAQs
Q: My Clipper or Trimmer is outside of the warranty repair period – can it
still be repaired?
A:
Yes, in 99% of cases your Clipper or Trimmer can be repaired. Any of the repairers listed at
http://www.wahl.com.au/images/repair.pdf
will be able to help you.
Q: My Clipper seems to pull the hair rather than cut it – does this mean it
needs new blades?
A:
This is not a simple answer, as several factors influence the cutting performance of your clipper.
1)
Apply two drops of clipper oil to the blades and test cut again. (Oil lubricates the blades and allows them
to run at the correct speed and ensure better cutting. It also helps the clipper run cooler.) If this does not
help please read on:
2)
To ensure your clipper is running at maximum power you will have to tune it to the power supply in your
location. (This is because our power supply varies by +/- 10%)
You will need a Flat Head and Phillip Head screw driver to do the adjustment (the newest models only need
a Phillips Head). With the clippers turned on, and oiled (as above) adjust the power level by slowly turning
the tuning screw (fig 1.) clockwise (to the right). The clipper should go from its nice buzzing sound to a loud
clattering sound. (No need to panic, this will not damage the clipper.) When you hear this noise, start
turning the screw anti-clockwise (to the left) until it returns to normal running sound. Finish with an extra
quarter turn counter clockwise. Switch the clipper on and off a few times to make sure that is does not
clatter. Your clipper is now tuned for your location. (If the clipper does start clattering, turn the power
screw anti-clockwise around ¼ turn and test again.)
3)
When you tune your clipper you will alter the alignment of the top (cutting) blade, so you will now need
to re-align the blades. The top blade should be aligned slightly to the right (fig 2.) noting that gap A is
greater than gap B. The last tooth on the right hand side of the top blade should line up with the right hand
side of the bottom blade. The blades should be parallel to each other with a small gap (approx 2mm) apart.
This can be adjusted by slightly loosening the screws at the back of the blade allowing the bottom blade to
be aligned by hand then retighten the screws.
4)
Now you can test your clipper again. If the above procedure does not overcome your cutting problem
then it is most likely the clipper needs new blades or the services of an authorised repair agent.
(see
http://www.wahl.com.au/images/repair.pdf
FIG 1
A 5 cent piece is ideal for adjustingthe power screw.
