Whats the Most Frequently Asked Question about The Weed Roller

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How does the WeedRoller actually clear the lake bed of weeds? The WeedRoller kills some weeds similar to the way a path is worn in the grass by continuous traffic. Other weeds actually wrap up around the rotating tubes. The rolling tubes also agitate the lake mud and other sediment, while the natural wave action of the lake clears it away. After that,
running WeedRoller once every week or two keeps the waterfront weed free.
Is the WeedRoller legal? Some states allow the WeedRoller without permit, others require a permit.
How long does it take to install the WeedRoller? A typical installation will take labout 2 hours and can be done by one person but will be a struggle. Find a buddy and share the fun.
What size of an arc can the WeedRoller clear? The three seven-foot tubes enable the WeedRoller to clear a 21 ft. radius, up to a 270 degree arc. (3/4 circle) the degree of arc traveled is fully adjustable.
Can I move the WeedRoller? Yes, in fact, extra mounting brackets are available for those neighbors who want to share a WeedRoller without removing the brackets that attach it to the dock.

Does the WeedRoller work on Eurasian Milfoil? Yes, the WeedRoller can clear any weed that attaches to the bottom of the lake.
How fast does the WeedRoller move? The WeedRoller progresses at a safe, slow pace. The approximately 5 RPM.
How deep can the WeedRoller operate in? The standard WeedRoller can be installed in up to 4 1/2 ft. of water at the drive head. The water depth can increase by 10 feet at the 21 foot distance from the drive head. Depth can be increased in 2 1/2 ft increments. (Max 2 Kits)
How is the WeedRoller powered? 110 volt household current is converted to a safe 28 volt AC current over the dock and water.
How big is the WeedRoller's motor? The AC motor produces approximately 1/8th horsepower.
Is the WeedRoller Noisy? No. The WeedRoller has a low noise level.
What drives the rollers? The WeedRoller is shaft driven from the motor to a sealed 90 degree gearbox which drives the rollers.
What is the Power Converter, and what does it do? The Power Converter converts 110 volts AC current to 28 volt AC. For Safety, it should be plugged into a ground fault interrupting circuit, and should remain on land and not over the water.
Why are there holes at the end of the tubes? The rollers must fill with water. It is best to plug the holes after they have filled. Plastic plugs are provided to prevent the rollers from
accumulating sand and mud inside. Start out with the last tube 1/2 full of air for the first few revolutions to make sure it doesnt burrow down.
What are the fins on the tubes, and what do they do? They are traction fins, or drive lugs. They provide traction so the tubes can run through the weeds and sediment on the lake bottom. They also agitate the bottom, muck and mud will stir up and precipitate outside of the arc, leaving sand or whatever the firm base consists of.
How much slope can the Weed Roller handle? Each joint adjusts to accommodate the typical contour of the lake bottom.
What material is the WeedRoller made? Power head and rolling tubes are made of 6" diameter aluminum. Roller couplers are rubber.
What about rocks or other obstacles in the water? The WeedRoller climbs the smaller rocks or obstacles. The automatic reverser feature senses heavy weed or muck conditions and
reverses rotation to avoid getting stuck. After six quick reversals the unit will shut down.
How does the WeedRoller actually attach to the dock? Two aluminum brackets clamp to the dock posts. The WeedRoller then clamps to these angle brackets.
Can the WeedRoller attach to anything other than a dock? The WeedRoller is not self standing and therefore needs a supporting structure such as a dock or boat lift to keep it upright. But, theoretically, the WeedRoller could be attached to dock -type poles that are sunk solidly into the lake bottom. A "Tripod" type of
mounting structure is available as an option fpr around $200.
Can the WeedRoller be extended beyond 21 ft.? In many cases, but not all, additional seven foot rollers can be added after the first 21 ft. have been cleared. One should make sure
that adding coverage area will comply with state and local regulations. We do not recommend extending beyond 35ft. Thats 70 FEET ACROSS!

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