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What does opening and closing the lever on Clippers do?
When the taper lever is closed it cuts more hair, and the blade is at it’s lowest cutting position. When the taper lever is open it cuts less hair, and the blade is at it’s longest cutting position.
What is lever open on Clippers?
An open lever (pushed down) means that the cutting blade is farther from the tip of the fixed blade, so the hair feeds through more loosely and slowly, and the cutting result is similar to what you would get with a wide-tooth comb.
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.
What is the taper lever on a clipper tool for?
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. Your clipper kit will usually come with a number of attachment combs.
What does the taper lever do on a machete?
1 The taper lever allows you to change the closeness of your cut between guide comb lengths. Move the lever up for the closest cut, and down for a longer cut. 2 If your blades ever become jammed with hair, simply move the lever up and down several times. This action will help free the blades.
How do I cut with my Clipper kit?
Your clipper kit will usually come with a number of attachment combs. Placing these on the blade will enable you to cut to different lengths. The standard attachment comb lengths are: For example, if your clipper comes with #1-4 attachment combs, you will be able to cut from 3mm to 13mm.
What are ear taper guards on electric clippers?
The guards determine the length to which the hair is cut. Both left and right ear taper guards are available options on electric hair clippers. These guards make navigating around the ear with an even taper easier for non-professional hair stylists.