In the segment of non-professional chainsaws, Partner 351 occupies a worthy place. Lightweight, productive and reliable, the saw allows you to perform a wide range of wood sawing tasks at the household level.
The chainsaw is ideal for working in a summer cottage. It copes well with felling small fruit and berry trees and trimming branches. With its help you can work in the forest with small diameter trunks. Partner 351 is suitable for construction work.
Specifications
The Partner 351 saw has good power and performance indicators, despite its compact size and weight of 4.7 kg:
- motor power 1400 W (1.9 hp);
- tire 35 cm. It is possible to install a tire 41 cm;
- 56 link chain with 3/8 inch pitch;
- spark plug - Bosch WSR 6F;
- fuel tank capacity 380 g;
- oil tank 200 g;
- noise level is just over 100 dB.
The air filter operating on the CCS system helps to significantly reduce fuel consumption. The double air purification system increases the service life of the Partner 351 chainsaw motor. The chain operates at high speeds.
Thoughtful ergonomics and a reliable vibration damping system allow you to use the tool for several hours without interruption.
The chain brake works instantly, which makes working with the chainsaw even more comfortable and safe.
Work headset
The cutting unit is included in the group of replaceable equipment. The working kit includes a removable guide bar 35 cm long, a drive sprocket and a chain with a tensioning mechanism.
- Despite the budget price, the saw is equipped with an automatic chain lubrication system. By means of a pump with adjustable flow, chain oil is supplied to the working area from an internal oil tank with a capacity of 200 ml.
- The safety system blocks the movement of the chain in the event of non-standard and traumatic situations.
- The emergency brake is activated by a slight movement of the protective fence in the direction of the work front.
- A standard catcher will block a loose or broken chain.
Device
In terms of the structure and location of the working units, the Partner 351 chainsaw is no different from other models and consists of:
Diagram - Partner 351 device
Description of the diagram for the Partner 351 device
Adjustment of the Urals
It is slightly different in that it should not be carried out at sharp maximum speeds, but should be ensured that the chain picks them up quickly, but smoothly, without moving along the tire.
In any case, you should take the adjustment very seriously, because if it is done incorrectly, the saw will not stay with you for a long time. Take care of your tools and if you are not confident in your abilities, it is better to take them to a professional.
Any of them, even strong Friendship, needs attention and care. And then the chainsaw will be your faithful assistant for many years to come.
When purchasing a HUS365 chainsaw, you should be prepared for the fact that after a month of using it, you will not want to deal with any saw other than this brand. This is explained by its reliability, affordability, and most importantly, ease of operation.
Setting up the carburetor
The Partner 351 chainsaw has several operating mechanisms that require periodic inspection and maintenance. One of them is a carburetor.
It is not recommended to repair the carburetor of the Partner 351 chainsaw with your own hands, but it is possible to make minor adjustments. There are two main breakdowns that can be fixed by adjusting the carburetor yourself:
- The chain spins while the engine is idling. To correct the problem, use the adjusting screw. First, turn it completely clockwise. Then make 4.5 turns counterclockwise. The fault should disappear.
- Incorrect supply of fuel mixture. There may be several reasons. From unbalancing adjusting screws to breaking carburetor parts. In any case, the adjustment follows the same pattern.
To adjust the carburetor, there are three adjusting screws: L – for high speeds, H – for low speeds, T – idle speed of the Partner 351 chainsaw.
- The adjustment begins with screw T. To do this, start the saw and turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise until the chain stops.
- Then turn screw L a quarter turn counterclockwise. During adjustment, the idle speed should have the largest turns.
- Screw H is turned a quarter turn counterclockwise.
After these manipulations, a tachometer is taken and the revolutions are checked. They should correspond as much as possible to the speeds indicated in the passport of the Partner 351 chainsaw. If you still decide to adjust the carburetor of the Partner 351 chainsaw with your own hands, we recommend reading the article about adjusting the carburetor on a chainsaw. This general article contains all the necessary information and will greatly help you in this difficult process.
Carburetor adjustment screws
Information support
Operation of the tool, routine maintenance, disassembly and assembly of faulty and worn components or units, determination of the cause of failures and their elimination does not require special qualifications. An exception may be fine tuning of the carburetor.
The sequence of preparation for launch, features of maintenance work, methods for identifying and troubleshooting faults with your own hands, as well as other useful information are included in the operating instructions included in the factory package.
The use of recommended fuels and lubricants, timely maintenance and competent operation guarantee the tool a low-cost development of the assigned overhaul and working life.
Instructions for starting a chainsaw
The Partner 351 chainsaw works on the same principles and has a similar design as other gas-powered tools:
- Before turning on for the first time, all components of the Partner 351 chainsaw are securely screwed on, and the integrity of the body is checked.
- Before each start, the chain tension is checked. If necessary, the chain is tightened or relaxed using the adjusting screw.
- Before each start, the oil quantity is checked.
- The chainsaw can only be started from a hard surface. The foot should press the instrument firmly to the ground.
- Before starting, the damper is set to the “open” position.
- The start button is moved to the “on” position. after which you need to press the primer 5 times and start pulling the starter cord. The main thing is to start the chainsaw smoothly, without jerking.
- After starting, the engine should idle for 60 seconds. Then you can get to work adjusting the power using the throttle.
Launch of the Partner 351 XT chainsaw
Chainsaw Partner 351 will not start – causes and solutions
Most often, the cause of this problem is the flooding of the spark plug, which is responsible for producing the spark necessary to ignite the fuel in the internal combustion engine cylinder. In this case, the owner of the chainsaw will need to inspect the spark plug and, if necessary, rinse it in clean gasoline. You can install the part back only when it is completely dry.
Often the Partner chainsaw does not start due to a broken gap between the flywheel and the built-in ignition coil. In normal condition, these parts should be located at a distance of 0.5 mm from each other. If the gap is larger, it will need to be adjusted. It is best to do this using a special template that is installed between the flywheel and the magneto. After this, by turning the screws, the operator will be able to bring the parts closer to the distance required to properly start the gasoline saw.
The third reason for the breakdown of the Partner saw is a malfunction of the fuel system. Due to long-term operation of the saw, the fuel pump may fail or one of the tubes may lose integrity. In these cases, you will need to immediately replace the pump or tube without waiting for fuel to leak into the system.
The last common reason for a chainsaw not starting is the banal use of low-quality fuel. Fuel and motor oil that do not contain the necessary components will not be able to ensure the operation of the saw. In this case, the fuel needs to be replaced.
Do-it-yourself repairs and basic faults
During operation of the Partner 351 chainsaw, various breakdowns and malfunctions may occur. Some of them can be fixed with your own hands, without contacting service centers and repair shops.
- When the engine is running, a lot of black smoke is emitted, does the chainsaw stall at high speeds? Most likely the muffler is clogged. To fix the problem, you need to remove it and remove all debris and carbon deposits. Over many years of operation, the muffler of the Partner 351 chainsaw, and not only that, becomes heavily clogged with carbon deposits. After wet cleaning, the muffler should dry. During repairs, the inlet from the muffler is covered with a piece of cloth.
- No fuel supply? There may be several reasons: The fuel filter or the hole in the fuel tank is clogged. To fix it, you need to remove and clean the fuel hose or breather.
- Problems with carburetor adjustment, including clogging of its channels and membranes. The Partner 351 chainsaw carburetor consists of many small parts. For repairs, it is better to contact a service center.
- Lack of fuel in the tank. To fix it, you need to pump up the fuel and fill the tank.
- If there is a loss of engine power, then most likely there is a compression problem. To diagnose, you need to use a pressure gauge to measure the pressure in the cylinder. If it is significantly less than the standard indicator of 8-9 atmospheres, then a complete replacement of the cylinder-piston unit will be required.
Cylinder - piston group Partner 351
You can learn more about solving problems with idling and engine starting from the Partner 351 saw repair video.
Range of application
If you have the skills, the saw can be used to fell trees with a diameter of up to 200 mm. The Partner 351 saw is equally suitable for standard, longitudinal and diagonal cutting of construction wood, which determines its use in the construction of wooden, log and timber structures.
Despite the budget cost and household status in the design of the tool, many characteristics correspond to the semi-professional level. The full operation of the product is facilitated by the combination of a classic layout with modern industrial design and new technical solutions.
Operational advantages of the model:
- optimal combination of weight and power of the power unit;
- good balancing and ergonomics of the body with a convenient handle shape for a secure grip;
- two-stage air purification scheme;
- comfortable work due to the effectiveness of the vibration damper and low background noise;
- combination of a compact arrangement of internal equipment with convenient access to carburetor adjustment points, chain tensioner and filler necks.
The simple design of a household tool has its advantages. Using branded and standardized spare parts, the owner of the saw can independently adjust the carburetor, troubleshoot a malfunction, or perform simple repairs.
Review
Partner 351 has been in operation for 6 years. I bought it after reading numerous reviews on the Internet. I use it as an assistant at the dacha. There is a forest nearby, periodically I cut down dead wood for firewood. The saw copes with all tasks. Light weight allows you to work with the chainsaw at different angles. It’s true that the saw stalls when cutting thick, sticky logs, but it’s not designed for that. A couple of years ago I changed the cap on the fuel tank. This year the spring flew out of the handle, I went to the store and bought it myself. There were no serious damage. One time the chainsaw started smoking heavily. I read on the Internet that the problem may be a clogged muffler. I took it out and cleaned it with a brush. The saw worked like new. In general, I'm happy with the purchase; I'm not considering any alternatives yet.
When adjustment may be needed
With proper use, a good chainsaw (or any other) should serve you well for a long time. But anything can happen...
The most common reasons:
- The fixing screws are loose
- The engine is worn out (in this case, adjusting this chainsaw, like Goodluck or Sturm, will only help for a while; ideally, it’s better to immediately take it in for repairs)
- The carburetor is clogged (in this case it will also have to be cleaned).
