You will find on this page the most frequently asked questions by our customers and community. If you happen not to find what you are looking for, don't hesitate to contact us.
How should a pruner be maintained?
Clean the blade with a dry cloth after each day of pruning. Oil the spring and the axis of the rotating handle daily (FELCO 7, FELCO 10, and FELCO 12). Sharpen the blade when cutting requires more and more effort. Adjust the play between the blade and the counter-blade when the cut is no longer clean.
How to clean a pruner that has spent the winter outside?
Brush the pruner with a wire brush or rust eraser. Disassemble the pruner to also clean the parts that are part of the adjustment system. Grease all the parts well. Reassemble the pruner and adjust it according to the instructions on the pruner's packaging card.
How to sharpen the blade of my FELCO 600 saw?
The blades of our FELCO pull-stroke pruning are not sharpened because it would reduce their hardness. The blade should be replaced when its cut is no longer clean.
The blade of my pull-stroke prunning saw has snapped in two. Is my saw defective?
No the saw is not defective. FELCO pull-stroke pruning saws are just that - PULL TO CUT ONLY. Applying pressure to blade on a push stroke will cause the teeth of the saw blade to get caught in the wood, and with continued applied presure, the blade with bend and break. Only cut on the pull stroke.
I can't unlock my brand-new pruner. What should I do?
Squeeze the handles of the pruner together while you move the thumb catch from the locked to the unlocked position. Release your squeeze and the pruner should open allowing you to cut and prune.
The thumb catch closes while pruning. How do I avoid this problem?
This can be caused by: improperly adjusted screw, damaged, missing, or incorrectly mounted spring washer after maintenance cleaning. The 2/13 washer (sits below the thumb catch) should be replaced if it is damaged or missing.
I would like to know where to buy FELCO tools. Can you help me?
You can find all available tools and parts at FELCO.com. You may also search for a local retailer in the FELCO Resellers section of the website, found under "About Us".
The rotating handle of my pruner comes off during pruning. What should I do?
To prevent the rotating handle from coming off, it is essential for the proper functioning of the pruner that the fingers rest entirely on the rotating handle and that the index finger does not press on the blade holder.
The pruner sticks. What should I do?
Oil the spring and the space between the blade and the counter-blade daily. Additonally, the adjustment may be too tight and should be loosened.
Can the FELCO battery powered pruners be used in the rain?
Yes, but the battery must be protected, so it should be under the user's clothing.
Can the blades of shears be sharpened and if so, with what?
Generally, sharpening the blades of shears is not necessary. If the user cuts a lot of spring wires, the hardest materials, it is recommended to sharpen the blades after 500 cuts. For this, use the FELCO 905 for right-handed tools or the FELCO 903 sharpening stone.
Can your tools cut live wires and if so, up to what voltage are they insulated?
FELCO tools are not made to cut live electrical wires. It is imperative that the wire is de-energized before cutting.
Can an electric pruner be used by someone with a pacemaker?
It is strongly discouraged to use an electric pruner. Indeed, this can cause malfunctions of the pacemaker.
What is the difference between FELCO 2 and FELCO 8 pruners?
The difference between the FELCO 2 and the FELCO 8 is neither in the quality nor in the use. It lies in the handles, which are more ergonomic for the FELCO 8, and the cutting head, which is an extension of the wrist for the FELCO 8. Although the FELCO 8 is more ergonomic, we recommend trying both pruners to determine which one suits you best. Each handle shape is different, so it is not possible to recommend a specific model.
What replacement blade can be used on a FELCO 1?
The blade ref. 2/3.
Can bare aluminum leave grey residue on my hands?
Raw or lightly polished aluminum can occasionally create a fine oxide layer on the surface. During
early use, this layer may transfer a light grey mark to the hands, particularly
in humid conditions or if the red coating has worn off.
This is a stable, natural behavior of aluminum and presents no health risk. It
does not impact the strength, function, or lifespan of the tool.
