Review of the Husqvarna 5200 chainsaw. Technical characteristics. Features of use and safety precautions

Model GL4500M

A modern chainsaw intended only for private use, this chainsaw will not work for a long time in difficult conditions, because it has a limited resource and safety margin. Suitable for annual firewood collection and various site maintenance tasks. It is not recommended to use the Goodluck 4500 chainsaw in construction, as it is quite bulky and heavy compared to analogues.

Appearance and quality of parts

Externally, the chainsaw looks decent, plastic body, aluminum handle, convenient controls, but at first glance it is noticeable that cheap materials were used as much as possible in production.

After the first days of use, the quality of the materials reminds itself, scratches appear on the body, because the plastic is not shock-resistant, the handle bends, the shock absorbers break. It is especially unpleasant when the saw accidentally falls. The consequence of a fall is often the breaking of the chain brake control lever, since it is made of fragile plastic. This breakdown is the most common reason why owners of the Goodluck GL4500M chainsaw contact a service center.

Important! If you still choose the Goodluck 4500 chainsaw, then try to protect it from falls, because the plastic from which the body is made is too fragile.

If you do not take into account the quality of the body parts, then overall the saw is normal. It starts easily, picks up speed, and has the ability to regulate the oil supply for chain lubrication and the quality of the fuel mixture.

It is also important that it is easy to find spare parts for this chainsaw, and if you have some experience and tools, you can carry out repairs yourself, but let’s not deviate from the topic and return to specifics.

Technical specifications

The maximum power achieved at 9000 rpm is 2 kW. The saw is powerful and resourceful, which indicates high productivity. The engine is 45 cm3, not the largest volume, but it is quite enough. The Goodluck 4500 can be equipped with a saw set with a maximum length of 50 cm.

For a household chainsaw, a tire longer than 40 cm is not required, since this length is sufficient to perform all necessary tasks. Installing a longer tire and chain will add financial costs to operation, since a 50 cm tire costs more than a 40 cm one. Everything is the same with chains.

Fuel consumption depends on specific operating conditions and carburetor settings; based on operating experience, we can say that on a full tank the saw runs for about 30 minutes, during which time you can cut 0.5 cubic meters of wood with logs.

Based on the characteristics, it is clear that the most pleasant criteria are price and power. 2.7 hp for 7,000 rubles - a good option. Among the disadvantages is the weight, almost 5 kg, and this is without the saw set and filling fluids, with them the weight will be about 7 kg, and this is a lot for a household-grade saw.

Equipment

The scope of delivery includes the following:

• chainsaw;
• headset (chain, bus);
• set of keys for maintenance (adjustment screwdriver, two hex keys, combination wrench);
• toothed hook (necessary for ease of cutting tree trunks);
• transport protective case;
• measuring container for preparing the fuel mixture;
• user guide.

This complete set allows you to start working fully with the chainsaw immediately after purchase, if necessary, tighten the chain or eliminate minor faults. More details about the Goodluck chainsaw, its configuration and purpose are described in the video. Video with comments from the author; by watching it you can learn how to properly assemble the saw and prepare it for work.

Conclusion

After getting acquainted with the Chinese Husqvarna 5200, we can say the following: this is a fully functional model that will become indispensable when collecting firewood, building a bathhouse or other structures in the garden. If you have the skills to repair such equipment, then you can safely purchase a chainsaw. In addition, even if you come across a frankly inoperative product, you will lose a little. When choosing a gas-powered tool, you should pay attention to the label - the original Husqvarna saws have the letters SP in their names, while the Chinese ones have the letters XP printed on the label.

Frequent malfunctions and self-repairs

Due to the low quality of parts, Goodluck GL 5200 and 4500 chainsaws periodically require repair and adjustment. Spare parts for these saws can be purchased almost anywhere, and knowing how to install them, you can save on visiting a service center. Let's look at common faults and how to diagnose them.

Stopping the supply of lubrication to the chain

Anyone who has bought a Goodluck chainsaw is faced with the problem of oil supply to the chain; it is either completely missing or there is not enough oil for normal operation, which causes increased chain wear.

The reason in 99% of cases is incorrect adjustment of the pump pumping lubricant.

It is installed on the side of the drive sprocket; if you turn the chainsaw over, you can see the adjusting screw, with which you can increase or decrease the feed. Adjustment is carried out using a slotted screwdriver. The saw body indicates the direction of rotation of the screw to reduce or increase the feed.

External view of the oil pump. The black screw on the left is the adjustment screw.

If there is no flow at all, you need to check the setting. If it is normal and the screw is not fully tightened, then continue checking according to the following algorithm:

1. Remove the oil intake and check its flow capacity.
2. Check the oil hose for rupture or blockage.
3. Check the pump drive gear for threads (the gear is plastic, the threads often break off).
4. If the above steps do not produce results, then the pump must be replaced.

Chain rotation at idle

Another malfunction for which users of Goodluck 5200 and 4500 chainsaws contact the service center is constant rotation of the chain. There are two reasons for the malfunction:

• Incorrect idle speed adjustment; we will tell you how to adjust it below.
• rupture of the clutch spring, as a result of which it is in constant engagement, and accordingly the chain rotates.

To eliminate the malfunction, you need to replace the clutch assembly or install a spring from a donor chainsaw.

The clutch mechanism has a left-hand thread, so it unscrews clockwise. In order to unscrew it, you need to lock the piston through the spark plug hole using a cord with knots tied to it.

Malfunctions associated with incorrect carburetor adjustment

The carburetor is responsible for supplying and preparing the air-fuel mixture; if it is not configured correctly, the following malfunctions may occur:

1. No traction or subsidence during operation.
2. No idle speed.
3. Strong smoke when the engine is running.
4. Increased speed.
5. The engine does not develop speed, but the power is felt.
6. The saw stalls when you press the gas.
7. The engine does not start or is difficult to start.

Troubleshooting can be done by adjusting the carburetor screws.

Unpacking, installation and preparation for use of the Comfort chainsaw

• Claims for manufacturing defects are accepted by the selling party within 14 days after purchase. However, we recommend that you conduct a thorough visual inspection of the chainsaw for visible damage and malfunctions before purchasing the tool. If defects are found, ask the seller to replace the chain saw or eliminate the malfunction;
• Request the seller to test run the engine to ensure its serviceability and performance;
• You have purchased a technically complex unit. Before you start using it, we recommend that you carefully read the manual, familiarize yourself with the technical characteristics, the design of the saw, and the safety rules that must be followed when working with chain saws.

The Comfort chainsaw is delivered assembled and with an adjusted carburetor; the new owner only has to mount the saw set and fill in fuel and lubricants.

Carburetor adjustment

The carburetor on the Goodluck GL 5200 and 4500 chainsaws is a membrane carburetor with three adjustment screws. Each of which is responsible for operating the engine in a given range:

• L – idling and low speed (mixture quality);
• H – average and maximum (amount of mixture);
• T - regulates the throughput of the carburetor diffuser by changing the position of the throttle valve.

First of all, screw L is adjusted, the standard setting is 2 - 2.5 turns from the twisted state with the engine turned off, screw H is set to the same position. After the standard settings are set, the saw must be started and allowed to run for 2 - 3 minutes, the engine will warm up and the carburetor will be ready for adjustment.

Correct carburetor adjustment is only possible if a clean air filter is installed on the saw.

After starting, turn the speed screw to find the maximum engine speed at idle. Next, the screw is loosened counterclockwise a quarter turn. Precise adjustment of screw H is only possible with the help of a special tachometer; if it is not available, then the adjustment is carried out by ear. A correctly adjusted saw should work monotonously at maximum speed and maintain a stable speed. The engine should not run too fast.

If you have not previously had experience adjusting the carburetor of a Goodluck chainsaw or other similar ones, then it is better to contact a service center, since incorrect adjustment can have serious consequences, including the need to replace the CPG.

Reviews from real owners

For informational purposes, we present to your attention the most interesting reviews from our visitors. By the way, if you want to share your opinion with us, then leave it using the comment form below.

Review from Sergey

City: Barnaul

Intended use: For the garden

I bought myself a Goodluck 4500 over a year ago. Satisfied. I saved a good amount of money compared to buying a household chainsaw from the well-known Shtil brand. After the purchase, I immediately started sawing boards and all sorts of rubbish at the dacha, I didn’t even break it in, I didn’t work every day, but on duty. The saw is powerful and easily copes even with thick boards; I can’t say how it cuts lumps, because I have no experience. I use Oregon two-stroke oil, it’s for the engine, for the chain lubrication system I buy regular Autol at a gas station, although I know it’s not allowed, but it’s cheaper.

I repaired it only once, the saw began to supply lubricant to the chain too quickly, the reason was that the oil pump adjusting screw had become loose due to vibration. I adjusted it and everything was fine. For those who want to save on buying a chainsaw, I recommend the Goodluck 4500.

Grade: ★★★★☆

Review from Anatoly

Tver city

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Intended use: For home

I have owned a Goodluck 5200 chainsaw for more than two years. To be honest, I already want to buy something more reliable. There were no serious breakdowns, but I constantly repair small things. I change the shock absorbers, adjust the carburetor, often the saw simply won’t start, but after standing for a while, it starts and works fine. The consumables for it are not expensive, I try to change them in a timely manner. By the way, I want to immediately warn those who are going to buy such a chainsaw that the standard tire is of poor quality and worked for me for less than 2 months. I do not recommend buying a Goodluck 5200 chainsaw, because their quality is questionable and it’s really annoying to constantly repair it.

Grade: ★★★★☆

Husqvarna 5200 or ChainSaw 5200?

The article will discuss the Chinese husqvarna 5200 chainsaw, which can often be found on sale from unscrupulous traders and swindlers, who often sell confiscated goods. If you believe the official website of the manufacturer Husqvarna, then as such a model with this number simply does not exist. The real name of this Chinese “brainchild” is “ChainSaw 5200”.

It would be worth noting that almost all the characteristics, parameters and appearance are almost the same as the original Husqvarna products.

At first it was proudly called Husqvarna 5200, but over time, “craftsmen” began to stick on more believable labels, which now indicated that it was Husqvarna 365 XP or Husqvarna 372 XP. An attentive buyer will find that Chinese fakes not only do not look like their “Western counterparts,” but their labeling is simply meaningless - you can often find two identical chainsaws with different labels, or the saws may be different, but the label will be the same.

In stores, the saw is found under names consonant with the word Husqvana, you should be careful and pay attention to all the letters, because sometimes just one letter changes, for example:

• Husqv b rna 5200;
• Hus kav arna 5200;
• Huschvana 5200.