Chainsaw "Partner" 350 reliable assistant with proper care
In the rural courtyard, in the country, an inexpensive and trouble-free chainsaw Partner 350 replaced the two-handed tool and a hacksaw. Initially, the Swedish brand transferred the rights to the brand to Electrolux with a production site in Russia. Therefore, with proper quality, the tool is inexpensive. For amateur use, the model is as convenient as possible. The price of a chainsaw Partner 350 from 5 to 9 thousand rubles, depending on the configuration, is acceptable.
Chainsaw selection principles
Quality products, not only saws, are identified by well-known brands. But here there is a danger of getting on a replica created in artisanal conditions. Therefore, you should take a closer look at the product. The expensive instruments of the world leaders Stihl, Husqvarna, Echo, Solo are more often counterfeited as expensive brands. Therefore, a Partner 350 chainsaw from the manufacturer can be purchased with less risk.
The weight-to-power ratio is directly related. Therefore, a professional tool for country use is not always suitable. Choose a home assistant with a small margin of power. The tire size of 45 cm on an amateur saw is a marketing ploy, it reduces the resource of the engine, the saw device will stick out.
The chainsaw is a hazardous tool. During work, it is necessary to ensure the inaccessibility of children and animals to the place of work. It is better to cut small boards on specially equipped stands. For your own safety, work with buttoned clothes, goggles and protective gloves. Wear comfortable, stable shoes on your feet.
Options for vibration damping, easy starting, convenient chain tension, accessibility of the air filter create additional convenience when using the tool. Of the household budget saws in the ranking of the most demanded in the fifth place, the chainsaw is called the Partner 350 S. And in terms of price-quality ratio, this is the best mechanism.
Technical characteristics of the Partner 350 chainsaw
The most common saw from the "Partner" series is considered the Partner 350 S. This model is used for longitudinal and cross cutting of wood. The tool is designed for a rail length of 40 cm. Of the options the device is equipped with:
- inertial chain brake and built-in switch;
- electronic ignition;
- spring for easy engine start;
- vibration damper;
- automatic chain lubrication.
Main settings:
- power - 1.5 kW;
- angular speed of the shaft - 13000 rpm;
- working volume of the combustion chamber - 40 cu. cm;
- tire length - 40 cm;
- chain pitch - 3/8 inch;
- total weight - 4.7 kg.
Practical tips for operating a chainsaw Partner 350 are presented in the video:
After proper running-in, adjustment, the saw operating mode allows you to perform a wide range of work, including ripping wood.
Studying the instruction manual for the chainsaw Partner 350
It is unacceptable to work on complex household appliances without studying the device and operating rules. Instructions from the manufacturer in Russian translation include the following topics:
- list of components and parts;
- information on how to correctly read the symbols on the equipment;
- safety precautions when working with a saw and compliance with sawmill technology;
- Instrument assembly sequence instruction;
- correct composition of fuel mixtures and requirements for chain lubrication;
- maintenance instructions for individual units;
- troubleshooting table and how to fix them;
- technical characteristics of the Partner chainsaw.
Official documents, developed to help the owners of the equipment, carry comprehensive information on the correct operation of the saw.
Only use a low rebound saw chain on the tool. Due to the cutting depth limiters, it is safer for amateur use.
Conditions for self-repair of a chainsaw Partner
For the owner of the tool who has the skills to repair household appliances, it is available to eliminate the malfunction on his own, after the end of the warranty service. First you need to learn the technique. Experienced craftsmen believe that repairing a partner 350 chainsaw with their own hands begins with a correct diagnosis. To determine the nature of the repair, you must:
- check the ignition system;
- diagnose the operation of the carburetor;
- the efficiency of the fuel system;
- clean the muffler;
- determine the performance of the piston system;
- check chain lubrication;
- determine the wear of the units and the required spare parts for the chainsaw. Partner.
Complex issues need to be resolved with the involvement of specialists for consultation.
In case of refusal to start the engine, first of all, they check whether the candles are in good working order. They must be dry and have a contact gap of 0.5-0.65 mm. By the state of the unscrewed plug, you can determine the signs of malfunctions in the fuel system and equipment operation.
They check the condition of the spark plug by connecting it through the cap with the starter, and put it on the cylinder body. The spark plug is operational if it sparks on the body when the starter is pulled. If there is no spark, this is a faulty wire or the candle is flooded, or has exhausted its resource.
A heavy saw may have carburetor malfunctions. But first, you should adjust the carburetor of the Partner 350 chainsaw, as shown in the video:
Carburetor repairs may temporarily extend engine runtime. The lead holes in the carburetor can become clogged with low-quality fuel or through a leaky air filter. When disassembling the assembly, it is necessary to rinse and blow out all parts.
It is better to entrust the repair and adjustment of the carburetor, as the most critical unit, to the master.
If no fuel enters the cylinder:
- You can clean the fuel filter after making sure that the fuel consumption from the hose is low. Depending on the degree of clogging, it must be cleaned or replaced with a new one.
- If the injection is blocked, remove the hose, clean the hole with a needle.
- Little air enters the carburetor through a clogged air filter. The mixture supply to the engine is disrupted.
- Improper carburetor adjustment will have the same effect.
The chain is not lubricated. To avoid overheating the chain and pulling it out, lubrication should be supplied to the working unit automatically. But since the oil is fed through the channels, they can become clogged with fine wood dust. After each cycle of work, the canvas and gaps must be cleaned of dust and dirt. If oil leaks, you need to check the integrity of the hose and the tightness of the connection to the reservoir. Replace the defective hose or temporarily seal the hole with sealant. Repair the oil pump.
The Partner 350 chainsaw malfunctions include the failure of long-term parts. If the sprocket, tire, rubber anti-vibration seal is worn out or the chain is blunt, you need to take action in time. In harsh operating conditions, they must be under control, replaced, sharpened, tightened on time.