A subsidiary of Husqvarna, a company known for the elite quality of its product range, specializes in the production of household chainsaw equipment under the Partner brand. The Partner branded chainsaw on the domestic market is represented by a model range costing from 6 to 14 thousand rubles.
The manufacturer carries out its activities using high-quality raw materials and modern production and installation technologies. Placing production in China made it possible to stabilize the price range of manufactured products at an affordable consumer level.
Range of application
Productive, economical and reliable in periodic use, the Partner chainsaw is designed for sawing work in private and farming sectors, in construction technologies and maintenance of forest park wood decor.
- Gasoline saws of this brand are largely adapted for working in difficult climatic conditions.
- Characterized by reliable starting at temperatures down to -20°C.
- Stable traction parameters at nominal and maximum operating conditions.
The Partner household saw successfully combines a classic layout, new developments in the field of industrial design, and special technologies for high-precision metal processing.
Using a Hooter BS 45 chainsaw
This model adds convenient opening of a special casing; it opens by turning a special knob. A sprocket is mounted at the front end of the bar for uniform chain feeding. The chain tension is lateral, the key is included in the delivery set. The cutting speed is controlled by the gas button. There is a lock against accidental start. For working with round profiles there is a fixing tooth. The upgraded Huter BS 45 chainsaw is equipped with a conveniently shaped grip handle; pressing the front stop stops the chain.
Rating characteristics
In a relatively short time, the brand assortment produced has achieved high ratings. Positive reviews from owners and specialists of service and repair structures can serve as confirmation of excellent technical and performance characteristics.
The quality, reliability and durability of the component units corresponds to the level of modern standards and current regulatory documentation. The affordable cost of Partner chainsaws did not affect the full equipment.
The standard list contains:
- easy start systems;
- easy-to-access mechanisms for tool-free chain tension adjustment;
- air intakes with combined air purification.
Let's get acquainted with Huter chainsaws
A tool created in Germany is always valued for its reliability. The full name of the manufacturer is Huter Elektrische Technik GmbH. Field of activity: gardening equipment and power generating equipment. The company's policy is to comply with all technical requirements of international standards and countries of product consumers. The Huter chainsaw has been supplied to Russia since 2004 and is worth paying attention to.
Technical indicators of the models under consideration:
| BS-40 | BS-45 | BS-52 | Peculiarities | ||
| power, kWt | 1,5 | 1,7 | 2,2 | Anti-vibration system in all types of saws | |
| Tire length, cm | 40 | 45 | 50,5 | Chain brake | |
| Engine capacity, cm3 | 40 | 45 | 52 | Automatic chain lubrication | |
| Fuel tank, cm3 | 310 | 550 | 550 | Manual start using key | |
| Total weight, kg | 6,0 | 7,0 | 7,5 | Including attachments and refills | |
| Price, rub | 7020 | 6910 | 7210 | Cost from the manufacturer | |
Evaluation of design parameters
The manufacturer's official website, located on the Internet, provides an overview of the technical characteristics of the entire model range, which allows the buyer to choose a chainsaw that meets all the parameters of the specific characteristics of subsequent operation.
Users note:
- efficient operation of quick start, fuel supply, electronic ignition, vibration compensation and emergency stop systems;
- Partner chainsaws use the advantages of automated lubrication supply schemes into the design of the saw set;
- The Partner household saw is characterized by a high level of maintainability.
Using the recommendations in the operating instructions, the tool owner can adjust the carburetor, saw chain tension, or perform other simple repairs with his own hands.
Chainsaw Partner – a worthy choice
The Swedish manufacturer of garden equipment of the Partner brand has been known in Russia since the end of the last century. The first entrepreneurs to appear in the country took advantage of the advantageous offer and purchased a batch of Partner chainsaws. An all-weather reliable tool with a reasonable price and easy to maintain. Using detailed maintenance instructions, minor problems were corrected in the field.
Regardless of the purpose of the tool for professional or domestic use, the quality of Partner chainsaws is not satisfactory.
Characterizes the product:
- the starting system is facilitated by a pump for supplying the combustible mixture;
- piston cylinder with a chrome-plated surface with an increased working life;
- the Briggs & Stratton engine is reliable and durable;
- vibration protection and safety in case of chain break are provided;
- Convenient lateral chain tension without the use of tools.
It will be useful for the buyer to know that the entire line with the letter S in the marking is produced in China under license and under the control of the Partner company
The saw is an increased source of danger even when not in use. There should be no strangers, especially children and animals, at the work site. If the saw is left unattended, a guard must be placed on the chain.
The lineup
In their price range, Partner branded chainsaws are in high consumer demand. The presented review shows the characteristics of models with high ratings.
Partner P340S
The model, priced from 6,000 rubles, is focused on performing the following work:
- for the preparation of firewood for a stove or fireplace;
- maintenance of garden and forest park areas;
- crowning woody plant decorations.
With a moderate cylinder volume of 35 cm, the two-stroke carburetor drive develops power up to 1.0 hp.
The traction parameters are sufficient to drive a 14-inch professional-level headset set. Autonomous operation is ensured by a supply of fuel and chain lube in supply tanks with a capacity of 300 and 150 ml.
The 4.5 kg tool is well balanced and the body shape provides a secure grip. Operator comfort is facilitated by low vibration levels and control elements located on the rear handle.
Partner P350S
The commercial success of the P340S model initiated the development of a chainsaw with improved traction and performance properties. The next saw in the lineup received a 38 cc power unit with a power of 1.96 hp. and a productive 410 mm professional-grade headset.
The selling price of the new development increased to 6,800 rubles, weight - to 4.7 kg. The partner saw of the P350S series has been improved in terms of increasing the reliability and service life of the clutch mechanism and the oil pump drive of the automated lubrication system.
The tool differs from analogues of the same type:
- the presence of semi-automatic control of the carburetor air damper;
- additional vibration protection of the rear handle.
Partner 351XT CHROME
In chainsaws of the Partner Chrome series, the service life of petrol engine drives is extended by covering the inner diameter of the cylinder with a wear-resistant chromium-nickel layer. The 351XT CHROME performs at semi-professional levels.
A full-fledged drive of a professional headset with a length of 400 mm is realized due to the traction properties of a 38 cc, two-stroke carburetor engine with a nameplate power of up to 1.9 hp. The battery life has been increased by increasing the fuel tank volume to 380 ml.
The use of light metals allowed the model to remain in the same weight group of 4.7 kg. The design of the tool is supplemented with an inertia-type emergency brake activator and a starting primer. The latest price of the 351XT CHROME model is fixed at 7,700 rubles.
Partner P352XT
The model has been modified in terms of increasing productivity, increasing the power of the 39 cc economical carburetor drive to 2.15 hp. The engine thrust reserve is sufficient for full operation of a 400mm headset.
The operational advantages of the tool:
- simplified refueling;
- the presence of a booster pump and a reliable electronic ignition system;
- CCS system, which stabilizes the traction properties of the drive and extends the time intervals between maintenance of the air intake filter.
A design feature of this chainsaw is a special design of the fan impeller, which protects the air filter from sawdust.
Partner P360S
The characteristics of this model positioned by the manufacturer are confirmed by the assigned European certificate of conformity. A household chainsaw costing from 5,000 rubles and weighing 4.8 kg is driven by an engine with a cubic capacity of 40 cm3 and a power of up to 2.1 hp.
The set of branded sawing equipment includes a productive and wear-resistant 450 mm tire and a wear-resistant low-profile chain. Problems with starting a cold power unit are eliminated by an easy start mechanism such as SoftStart.
The ability to set up standard sawing equipment without tools and install an air intake with combined air purification helps reduce forced downtime.
Partner 370
Compact, lightweight and comfortable in everyday work, a small-displacement 36 cm3 chainsaw with a 1.9-horsepower drive is indispensable in everyday life, and is also used as standard equipment for scientific expeditions and tourist groups.
The tool can be successfully used:
- for sawing fuel, stove or fireplace wood;
- in home construction and in tree care work in forested areas.
The tool, weighing less than 5 kg, is especially convenient for performing sawing work during the construction of high-rise wooden structures and crowning tall trees.
The volume of the consumable tanks is 400 and 300 ml, respectively, ensuring long-term operation in autonomous mode. Depending on the level of complexity of the planned work, the tool can be equipped with 14- or 16-inch headsets.
Partner 371
The certified universal tool is a further developed and technically more advanced version of the Partner 370.
With the same power-to-weight ratio, the new model is equipped with:
- more effective dosage of chain lube supplied to the cut;
- accelerated activation of the emergency stop mechanism;
- centrifugal circuit for cleaning the air entering the engine.
Using the appropriate chain sharpening angle, the chainsaw can be used for transverse, longitudinal and more complex diagonal sawing, commercial and construction wood. During operation, the specified speed on the chainsaw is set by lightly moving the gas trigger.
Partner 391
The functionality of a household-grade saw is designed for a wide range of household and construction work. The tool is powered by a 45 cc derated engine, developing power up to 1.7 hp.
The tool has an easily removable cover that allows you to clean the chainsaw, tighten or replace the saw chain without using a special wrench.
The recommended tire length for standard work is 16 inches. The latest selling price for this model is fixed in the range of 8800-9200 rubles.
Partner P842
The household version of a powerful and durable home saw is equipped with a strong drive, traditional for the Partner 2.1 chainsaw model range. The cylinders of the power units of this series received decompression valves and wear-resistant chrome plating. In terms of durability, the drive sprocket of the saw set has been improved.
The design is complemented by an EcoBoost exhaust gas purification system and a reinforced drive for the standard oil pump. The operational advantages of double air purification and the efficiency of the proprietary innovative vibration damper are also involved.
Scope of application of the Partner P340S chainsaw
A chain saw will be an indispensable assistant in caring for green spaces and trimming hedges. But to work with outstretched arms without support, you need a light, obedient tool with a short saw so that it does not get tangled in the crown. The tool will cut through wood waste that gradually accumulates on the farm. The lightweight, compact Partner P340S chainsaw will fit in the trunk of travelers and will make it easier to collect firewood for a night fire.
With a power of 1.44 kW, the weight of the saw is 4.5 kg. The length of the tire is 35 cm with a pitch of 3/8 inch. Low profile chain used.
Small dimensions are ensured by the small volume of the engine combustion chamber - 35 cm3. The chainsaw is equipped with:
- manual and automatic chain brake;
- pre-purification of air before the filter;
- electronic ignition system.
Carburetor adjustment
Factory settings of fuel equipment are carried out according to standard indicators of air temperature and atmospheric pressure. Additional carburetor adjustment is necessary if the engine does not start or does not develop speed after warming up. In another variant, it stalls when you press the gas or does not work at idle speed.
The most likely cause of this malfunction is the mixture entering the engine cylinder is too rich or too lean. The recommended sequence for setting up the fuel supply system is given in the maintenance and operating instructions.
By rotating the quantity and quality adjusting screws, the gasoline-oil emulsion is brought to the standard proportion of 1:16.
The key to successful setup is:
- high-quality gasoline and properly prepared fuel mixture;
- preliminary cleaning of the air filter;
- warming up the engine to operating temperature level.
If there is a breather in the engine design, you should ensure that it is in good working order. The constant ignition gap does not need adjustment. In order to set the ignition correctly, it is enough to adjust the gap in the spark plug.
All models of the brand range operate on a fuel mixture prepared from gasoline and motor oil intended for engines with two-stroke gas distribution. The oil proportions are standard 40:1, for some models this figure is 50:1.
Depending on the air temperature, consumables are selected from the company list recommended by the instructions. It is allowed to use analogs of the same quality that are identical in characteristics. Motor oils and their chain analogues are not interchangeable.
Malfunctions and their elimination
A significant part of operational failures is a consequence of the lack of qualified maintenance, illiterate operation, and use of tools for other purposes.
If the saw does not start, or in another case it starts and stalls, the reason for the failure may be:
- water getting into the carburetor;
- expired fuel mixture;
- air intake filter clogged with sawdust.
If the engine does not operate stably at the speed of the selected operating mode, you should ensure the quality of the gasoline itself, the cleanliness of the fuel filter and carburetor jets.
Saw attachments work in difficult conditions. In a situation where the chain is not lubricated during operation, its service life is reduced several times. If, when the tank is filled, there is no oil supply to the headset, work should be stopped until the malfunction is eliminated.
Chainsaw for hobbyists from Hooter
The company's policy is aimed at creating inexpensive tools that have options for new products from well-known manufacturers. Features designed for long-lasting sawing by professionals. Equipment for household and garden work is distinguished by:
- excellent balance, allowing you to work without fatigue;
- the handle does not have a rubber braid for easy grip;
- The lower part is widened to protect against chain breakage.
Using the Huter BS 40 chainsaw in the household is possible not only for sanitary pruning. The tool is designed for a larger volume of work, including cutting small-section logs.
An old combustible mixture prepared ahead of time loses its properties and can cause engine failure. This applies to all two-stroke engines running with the addition of oil to gasoline. The unused mixture in the fuel tank is unsuitable for supply to the system after 12 hours.
Advantages and disadvantages
Partner chainsaws produced in different countries are identical in technical and operational parameters. With timely and complete maintenance, all models work out the assigned resources with a significant reserve.
- Presented in a sufficient selection of spare parts, oils, spark plugs and other consumable components, owners are given the opportunity to independently service and perform routine repairs. The budget portion of the repair fund is replenished by China, but the quality level of cheaper parts and assemblies is significantly lower.
- The list of advantages includes good build quality for its category and interchangeability of standardized parts.
- Users positively noted the absence of problems starting the engine. Despite the lack of additional equipment, chainsaws moderately adapted to cold climates can be started at temperatures down to -20°C without any problems.
There are virtually no serious design flaws. There are some complaints about the quality of the plastic, the budget life of the saw sets, and the increased consumption of chain lube.
Conclusion
Knowing how much a carburetor for a Partner 350 chainsaw costs, any owner of this saw, before completely replacing the unit, tries to repair and adjust it himself. Often such repairs lead to the complete destruction of the carburetor, and in the case of adjustment, the death of the engine. In order to avoid such problems, you need to familiarize yourself with the repair and adjustment process in advance, but the best option is to entrust the repair and adjustment of the Partner 350 chainsaw carburetor to professionals.
Owner reviews
The gas-powered saw of the Partner P842 series is one of the most successful models in terms of its main parameters. The budget cost of the tool affects everything, including the quality of materials and the durability of the component equipment. However, for home use the option is the most optimal. For a new tool, preliminary setup is required. Only in this case can its functionality be used 100%. Leva
The new Partner chainsaw did not work well from the first day. The engine started poorly, stalled when the load was applied, and idled unstably. After two unsuccessful paid adjustments, the service center replaced the carburetor under warranty. From that moment on, my problems were over, the saw returned to its normal operating level. The engine is excellent, the chain had to be replaced ahead of schedule after several cubes of sawn wood, the tire is still holding up. And yet, in cold weather the oil pump practically does not work; you have to dilute the oil with gasoline. Petr Alexandrovich
Do-it-yourself carburetor repair Partner 350
Without certain skills and special tools, for example, drifts of various sizes or an ultrasonic bath, repairing a Partner 350 carburetor comes down to replacing the repair kit.
The WT-891 carburetor repair kit may consist only of gaskets and diaphragms, or may include a complete set of all replacement elements. This:
- needle valve;
- rocker arm, pin, needle valve spring;
- jet;
- mesh filter;
- aluminum plug.
It is impossible to replace a complete set without experience and tools, so when doing your own repairs, it is better to choose the first option of the repair kit. If, after replacing the repair kit and adjusting the carburetor, the Partner 350 chainsaw shows signs of malfunction, then to solve the problem, it is better to contact a specialist.
