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What is the lever for on the side of Wahl Clippers?
The taper lever allows you to change the closeness of your cut between guide comb lengths. Moving the lever up for a closer cut, and down for a longer cut. This is particularly useful for fading and blending as you can be more precise with your cutting lengths.
How do you close the lever on Clippers?
All you have to do is push the taper lever down towards the back of the hair clipper, and then back up to towards the front of the hair clipper with the hair clipper on. So basically push the taper lever down, and up.
How do you take apart Wahl cordless clippers?
How much length does a taper lever add?
Taper Lever (Not included in all Wahl kits) In its lowest position, the taper lever will leave the hair approximately the same length as the 1/8” comb. The taper lever will also extend the use of your blades since a different cutting edge is used in each setting.
How do I make my Wahl Clippers quieter?
To adjust this, plug in the clipper and turn it on, then turn the power/voltage screw anti-clockwise until the noise subsides to a standard running noise, then carry on and adjust it a further quarter of a turn. If adjusted correctly this should have solved the problem.
Where do I send my Wahl Clippers for repair?
Step 1: Call 1-800-PRO-WAHL (1-800-776-9245) or visit our Support Form and one of our customer service representatives can gladly assist you in. If need be our customer service team can gladly provide you with a free prepaid label to send your product back to Repair.
What is a taper clipper?
Taper lever – Taper levers are situated on the side of hair clippers, conveniently placed to move with your thumb. The taper lever effectively allows you to change the length of cut without using graders, by sliding one of the hair clippers blades along the other.
What is a clipper comb?
No matter what you call them – guide combs, clipper guards, attachment guards or attachment combs – these simple accessories are tools that help you measure the length of hair that you are cutting away. They are designed to fit onto your clipper’s blades.
Does Wahl have a 0 guard?
Normally, the Wahl 0 guard is often the most popular size for anyone looking for the shortest hair size using a Wahl clipper.
What guards do you need for a taper?
Choose a clipper guide two sizes shorter than the guard you used to cut the sides and back of the fade. The smaller the number, the closer the cut. Select a number 2 guard for a fade cut with a number 4 guard, a 1 for a 3 and so forth. For a fade cut with a number 2 guard, use no guard.
Why are my Wahl Clippers not cutting?
If your Wahl Clippers or Trimmers won’t cut, you may want to first check the following: Test for bluntness: if your blades are blunt, sharpen or replace them as soon as possible. Check for lubrication: if your clipper blades are dry, switch it on and add two drops of oil to the blades.
What’s the difference between taper and fade?
A taper is when your hair gradually changes from long to short from the top of your head down to your hairline. A taper only appears in two areas—your sideburns and your neckline. A fade is a shorter version of a taper. Fades and tapers are similar because they both reduce the length of your hair to form a gradient.
What Length is a Wahl Clipper without guard?
Without a guard that represents zero and is less than 1/8 inch tall. If you use the zero option this is the buzz cut look. A skin-tight fade that is guaranteed to keep you cool all summer long. Probably the most popular clipper guard number is number 2.
Can you use Wahl Clippers without a guard?
Can I use Hair Clipper’s without the guard? Yes, the hair clippers guard is used for cutting a precise length. Without the guard, most guys trim their neckline without using the guard, to get a closer cut. Hair Clippers vibrate so in most cases they will not actually hurt you.
What is lift and trim system?
Concept: It employs the Lift & Trim system, wherein the comb lifts and guides the hairs to the level of the blades for an even trim. It’s steel blades lightly brush against one another, sharpening themselves as they trim so they stay extra sharp and effective as on day one.
Why are my Wahl clippers so noisy?
The clipper should go from its nice buzzing sound to a loud clattering sound. (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.
Why are my clippers pulling my hair?
When your blades start to pull the hair the first thing to try is apply two drops of clipper oil to the blades and test cut again. It also helps the clipper run cooler. If your clipper blades are still pulling the hair, you will need to replace your blades or alternatively have them sharpened.
Does Wahl have lifetime warranty?
Wahl Elite Pro Clipper comes with a 5 year warranty on the blades and a lifetime warranty on the clipper.
How often do you need to replace Wahl clipper blades?
Every 4 months (or as needed), replace the mechanism that holds the blade on the clipper (usually hinge and blade latch).
Does Wahl have a warranty?
If your Wahl product fails to operate satisfactorily within the specified number of years (see package for length of warranty) from the date of original purchase or receipt as a gift, Wahl will, at our option, repair or replace the product and return it to you FREE OF CHARGE. Or, call 1-800-767-9245 for assistance.
Do all Wahl combs fit all Wahl Clippers?
With the exception of Wahl’s competition series blades (and detachable blades), our Premium Cutting Guides will fit all full-size clipper blades for maximum versatility.
