I thought it was just me! I was using a heavy cub cadet for years and switched to this because of its light weight. I couldn't believe it the first time my arm hit that, I thought I was burning the thing up. I never thought it would be due to the design? I try resting it on my hip which works for awhile but eventually after working for an extended period you are going to bend your arm and bam- there it is, scorching heat.
It's great otherwise, but I probably would have passed had I known before hand.
Two questions- Where do you find the serial number for product registration? I did purchase the pre-mixed fuel to extend the warranty but there is no serial number on my receipt.
Next- I would like the shoulder strap (should be included in initial purchase for a unit of this size) but when I clicked on the link provided I got page not found...