350

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please read these instructions carefully
GB and make sure you understand them before using this unit. Retain these
instructions for future reference.

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 IDENTIFICATION (WHAT IS WHAT?)

Chain Front Hand Guard Front Handle

Adjustment Tool
Starter Rope
(Bar Tool)
ON/STOP
Switch
Chain Muffler
Primer
Bulb

Starter
Bar Oil Fill Cap Housing Fuel Mix Fill Cap
Cylinder Cover

Throttle Chain
Lockout Direction
Rear Adjusting of Travel
Handle Screw

Guide Bar
Throttle Chain Brake
Choke Nuts
Trigger Knob Chain Chain Bar Sprocket Hole
Brake Catcher

IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS

WARNING! This chain Read and understand the

saw can be dangerous! Care- instruction manual before
less or improper use can cause using the chain saw.
serious or even fatal injury.

Always wear appropriate ear protection, eye protection and head

protection.

Always use two hands when operating the chain saw.

WARNING! Contacting the guide bar tip with any object

should be avoided; tip contact may cause the guide bar to
move suddenly upward and backward, which may cause se-
rious injury.

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 IDENTIFICATION OF SYMBOLS
Starting Reminder

Move ON/STOP switch to Pull the starter rope

the ON position. sharply 5 times with your
right hand.

Slowly press primer bulb Push the choke/fast idle

6 times. lever in to the HALF
CHOKE position.

Pull choke/fast idle lever Pull the starter rope sharply

out to the full extent (to with your right hand until
the FULL CHOKE posi- the engine starts.
tion).

SAFETY RULES
mufflers) to protect your hearing. Regular
WARNING: Always disconnect users should have hearing checked regular-
spark plug wire and place wire where it can- ly as chain saw noise can damage hearing.
not contact spark plug to prevent accidental Secure hair above shoulder length.
starting when setting up, transporting, ad- S Keep all parts of your body away from the
justing or making repairs except carburetor chain when the engine is running.
adjustments. S Keep children, bystanders, and animals a
Because a chain saw is a high-speed wood- minimum of 10 Meters away from the work
cutting tool, special safety precautions must area. Do not allow other people or animals to
be observed to reduce the risk of accidents. be near the chain saw when starting or oper-
Careless or improper use of this tool can ating the chain saw.
cause serious injury. S Do not handle or operate a chain saw when
PLAN AHEAD you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or if you have
S Read this manual carefully until you com- taken alcohol, drugs, or medication. You
pletely understand and can follow all safety must be in good physical condition and men-
rules, precautions, and operating instruc- tally alert. Chain saw work is strenuous. If
tions before attempting to use the unit. you have any condition that might be aggra-
S Restrict the use of your saw to adult users vated by strenuous work, check with your
who understand and can follow safety rules, doctor before operating a chain saw.
precautions, and operating instructions S Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-
found in this manual. vance. Do not start cutting until you have a
Safety Hat clear work area, secure footing, and, if you
Hearing are felling trees, a planned retreat path.
Protection Eye OPERATE YOUR SAW SAFELY
Protection S Do not operate a chain saw with one hand.
Snug Serious injury to the operator, helpers, by-
Fitting Heavy Duty standers or any combination of these per-
Clothing Gloves sons may result from one-handed operation.
A chain saw is intended for two-handed use.
S Operate the chain saw only in a well-venti-
lated outdoor area.
S Do not operate saw from a ladder or in a tree,
Safety Safety Chaps unless you are specifically trained to do so.
Shoes S Make sure the chain will not make contact
with any object while starting the engine.
Never try to start the saw when the guide
bar is in a cut.
S Wear protective gear. Always use steel-toed S Do not put pressure on the saw at the end of
safety footwear with non-slip soles; snug-fit- the cut. Applying pressure can cause you to
ting clothing; heavy-duty, non-slip gloves; lose control when the cut is completed.
eye protection such as non-fogging, vented S Stop the engine before setting the saw
goggles or face screen; an approved safety down.
hard hat; and sound barriers (ear plugs or
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 S Do not operate a chain saw that is dam- S Rotational Kickback can occur when the
aged, improperly adjusted, or not com- moving chain contacts an object at the up-
pletely and securely assembled. Always per tip of the guide bar. This contact can
replace bar, chain, hand guard, or chain cause the chain to dig into the object,
brake immediately if it becomes damaged, which stops the chain for an instant. The
broken or is otherwise removed. result is a lightning fast, reverse reaction
S With the engine stopped, hand carry the which kicks the guide bar up and back to-
chain saw with the muffler away from your ward the operator.
body, and the guide bar and chain to the S Pinch-Kickback can occur when the the
rear, preferably covered with a scabbard. wood closes in and pinches the moving
MAINTAIN YOUR SAW IN GOOD saw chain in the cut along the top of the
WORKING ORDER guide bar and the saw chain is suddenly
S Have all chain saw service performed by a stopped. This sudden stopping of the
qualified service dealer with the exception of chain results in a reversal of the chain
the items listed in the maintenance section of force used to cut wood and causes the
this manual. For example, if improper tools saw to move in the opposite direction of the
are used to remove or hold the flywheel chain rotation. The saw is driven straight
when servicing the clutch, structural damage back toward the operator.
to the flywheel can occur and cause the fly- S Pull-In can occur when the moving chain
wheel to burst. contacts a foreign object in the wood in the
S Make certain the saw chain stops moving cut along the bottom of the guide bar and the
when the throttle trigger is released. For saw chain is suddenly stopped. This sudden
correction, refer to CARBURETOR AD- stopping pulls the saw forward and away
JUSTMENTS. from the operator and could easily cause the
S Never modify your saw in any way. operator to lose control of the saw.
S Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil Avoid Pinch-- Kickback:
or fuel mixture. S Be extremely aware of situations or obstruc-
S Keep fuel and oil caps, screws, and fas- tions that can cause material to pinch the top
teners securely tightened. of or otherwise stop the chain.
S Use only PartnerR accessories and re- S Do not cut more than one log at a time.
placement parts as recommended. S Do not twist the saw as the bar is with-
HANDLE FUEL WITH CAUTION drawn from an undercut when bucking.
S Do not smoke while handling fuel or while Avoid Pull-- In:
operating the saw. S Always begin cutting with the engine at full
S Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame in speed and the saw housing against wood.
the areas where fuel is mixed or poured. S Use wedges made of plastic or wood.
There should be no smoking, open flames, Never use metal to hold the cut open.
or work that could cause sparks. Allow en-
gine to cool before refueling. Kickback Path
S Mix and pour fuel in an outdoor area on bare
ground; store fuel in a cool, dry, well venti-
lated place; and use an approved, marked
container for all fuel purposes. Wipe up all
fuel spills before starting saw.
S Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) from fuel- Avoid Obstructions
ing site before starting engine.
S Turn the engine off and let saw cool in a
non-combustible area, not on dry leaves,
straw, paper, etc. Slowly remove fuel cap
and refuel unit.
S Store the unit and fuel in an area where fuel Clear The Working Area
vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, electric motors REDUCE THE CHANCE OF
or switches, furnaces, etc. KICKBACK
KICKBACK S Recognize that kickback can happen.
With a basic understanding of kickback,
WARNING: Avoid kickback which you can reduce the element of surprise
can result in serious injury. Kickback is the which contributes to accidents.
backward, upward or sudden forward motion S Never let the moving chain contact any ob-
of the guide bar occurring when the saw ject at the tip of the guide bar.
chain near the upper tip of the guide bar con- S Keep the working area free from obstruc-
tacts any object such as a log or branch, or tions such as other trees, branches, rocks,
when the wood closes in and pinches the fences, stumps, etc. Eliminate or avoid any
saw chain in the cut. Contacting a foreign ob- obstruction that your saw chain could hit
ject in the wood can also result in loss of while you are cutting through a particular log
chain saw control. or branch.
S Keep your saw chain sharp and properly
tensioned. A loose or dull chain can increase
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 manufacturer’s chain sharpening and main- S Do not overreach. You could be drawn or
tenance instructions. Check tension at regu- thrown off balance and lose control of the
lar intervals with the engine stopped, never saw.
with the engine running. Make sure the bar S Do not cut above shoulder height. It is diffi-
clamp nuts are securely tightened after ten- cult to maintain control of saw above
sioning the chain. shoulder height.
S Begin and continue cutting at full speed. If KICKBACK SAFETY FEATURES
the chain is moving at a slower speed,
there is greater chance of kickback occur- WARNING: The following features
ring. are included on your saw to help reduce the
S Cut one log at a time. hazard of kickback; however, such features
S Use extreme caution when re-entering a will not totally eliminate this dangerous reac-
previous cut. tion. As a chain saw user, do not rely only on
S Do not attempt cuts starting with the tip of safety devices. You must follow all safety
the bar (plunge cuts). precautions, instructions, and maintenance
S Watch for shifting logs or other forces that in this manual to help avoid kickback and
could close a cut and pinch or fall into chain. other forces which can result in serious
S Use the Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar injury.
and Low--Kickback Chain specified for S Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar, designed
your saw. with a small radius tip which reduces the
MAINTAIN CONTROL size of the kickback danger zone on the
bar tip. A Reduced--Kickback Guide Bar
Stand to the left of has been demonstrated to significantly re-
duce the number and seriousness of kick-
the saw backs.
Reduced Kickback Symmetrical Guide Bar

Never reverse Small Radius Tip

hand positions

Symmetrical Guide Bar

Large Radius Tip

S Low--Kickback Chain, designed with a
contoured depth gauge and guard link
Elbow locked which deflect kickback force and allow
wood to gradually ride into the cutter.
Low-Kickback Chain
Contoured Depth Gauge
Thumb on underside of
handlebar Elongated Guard Link
Deflects Kickback
Force And Allows
S Keep a good, firm grip on the saw with both Wood To Gradually
hands when the engine is running and Ride Into Cutter
don’t let go. A firm grip will help you reduce
kickback and maintain control of the saw. S Handguard, designed to reduce the
Keep the fingers of your left hand encir- chance of your left hand contacting the
cling and your left thumb under the front chain if your hand slips off the front handle-
handlebar. Keep your right hand com- bar.
pletely around the rear handle whether S Position of front and rear handlebars, de-
your are right handed or left handed. Keep signed with distance between handles and
your left arm straight with the elbow “in-line” with each other. The spread and
locked. “in-line” position of the hands provided by
S Position your left hand on the front handle- this design work together to give balance
bar so it is in a straight line with your right and resistance in controlling the pivot of
hand on the rear handle when making the saw back toward the operator if kick-
bucking cuts. Never reverse right and left back occurs.
hand positions for any type of cutting.
S Stand with your weight evenly balanced on WARNING: DO NOT RELY UPON
both feet. ANY OF THE DEVICES BUILT INTO YOUR
S Stand slightly to the left side of the saw to SAW. YOU SHOULD USE THE SAW
keep your body from being in a direct line PROPERLY AND CAREFULLY TO AVOID
with the cutting chain. KICKBACK. Reduced--kickback guide bars
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 and low--kickback saw chains reduce the equipped with a chain brake that is designed
chance and magnitude of kickback and are to stop the chain immediately if you get a
recommended. Your saw has a low kick- kickback. The chain brake reduces the risk
back chain and bar as original equipment. of accidents, but only you can prevent them.
Repairs on a chain brake should be made by DO NOT ASSUME THAT THE CHAIN
an authorized servicing dealer. Take your BRAKE WILL PROTECT YOU IN THE
unit to the place of purchase if purchased EVENT OF A KICKBACK.
from a servicing dealer, or to the nearest au- SAFETY NOTICE: Exposure to vibrations
thorized master service dealer. through prolonged use of gasoline powered
S Tip contact in some cases may cause a hand tools could cause blood vessel or nerve
lightning fast reverse REACTION, kicking damage in the fingers, hands, and joints of
the guide bar up and back toward the oper- people prone to circulation disorders or
ator. abnormal swellings. Prolonged use in cold
S Pinching the saw chain along the top of the weather has been linked to blood vessel
guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly damage in otherwise healthy people. If
back toward the operator. symptoms occur such as numbness, pain,
S Either of these reactions may cause you to loss of strength, change in skin color or texture,
lose control of the saw which could result or loss of feeling in the fingers, hands, or joints,
in serious injury. Do not rely exclusively discontinue the use of this tool and seek
upon the safety devices built into your saw. medical attention. An anti-vibration system
CHAIN BRAKE does not guarantee the avoidance of these
S Chain brake, designed to stop the chain in problems. Users who operate power tools on
the event of kickback. a continual and regular basis must monitor
closely their physical condition and the
WARNING: Your chain saw is condition of this tool.

ASSEMBLY
Location of shipping spacer
WARNING: Make sure unit is prop-
erly assembled and all fasteners are secure.
Protective gloves (not provided) should be
worn during assembly.
ATTACHING THE BUMPER SPIKE
(not provided)
The bumper spike may be used as a pivot
when making a cut.
1. Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts Chain Brake
and the chain brake from the saw. Nuts
Chain Brake
2. Attach the bumper slike with two screws
as illustrated.

Bar Tool
3. An adjusting pin and screw is used to ad-
just the tension of the chain. It is very im-
portant when assembling the bar, that the
pin located on the adjusting screw aligns
into a hole in the bar. Turning the screw will
ATTACHING THE BAR & CHAIN (If move the adjustment pin up and down the
not already attached) screw. Locate this adjustment before you
begin mounting the bar onto the saw. See
WARNING: If received assembled, illustration below.
repeat all steps to ensure your saw is properly
assembled and all fasteners are secure. Al- Inside view of
ways wear gloves when handling the chain. Chain Brake
The chain is sharp and can cut you even when
it is not moving!
1. Loosen and remove the chain brake nuts
and the chain brake from the saw.
2. Remove the plastic shipping spacer (if Adjustment located on Chain Brake
present). 4. Turn the adjusting screw by hand coun-
terclockwise until the adjusting pin just
touches the stop. This should allow the
pin to be near the correct position.
5. Slide guide bar behind clutch drum until
guide bar stops against clutch drum
sprocket.
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 DISENGAGED

Front Hand Guard

Mount the Bar

ENGAGED
6. Carefully remove the chain from the pack-
age. Hold chain with the drive links as
shown.
Chain Brake

Tip of
Bar 11. Now, install chain brake making sure the
adjusting pin is positioned in the lower
hole in the guide bar. Remember this pin
moves the bar forward and backward as
the screw is turned.
12. Install chain brake nuts and finger tighten
only. Once the chain is tensioned, you
will need to tighten chain brake nuts.
CUTTERS MUST FACE IN
DIIRECTION OF ROTATION CHAIN TENSION
(Including units with chain already
installed)
Cutters Depth Gauge NOTE: When adjusting chain tension,
make sure the chain brake nuts are finger
tight only. Attempting to tension the chain
when the chain brake nuts are tight can
cause damage.
Checking the tension:
Use the screwdriver end of the chain adjust-
Drive Links
ment tool (bar tool) to move the chain around
the bar. If the chain does not rotate, it is too
tight. If too loose, the chain will sag below the
bar.

Place chain onto the sprocket

7. Place chain over and behind clutch, fitting
the drive links in the clutch drum sprocket. Chain Adjustment
8. Fit bottom of drive links between the Chain Brake Nuts Tool (Bar Tool)
teeth in the sprocket in the nose of the
guide bar. Adjusting the tension:
9. Fit chain drive links into bar groove. Chain tension is very important. Chain
10. Pull guide bar forward until chain is snug stretches during use. This is especially true
in guide bar groove. Ensure all drive during the first few times you use your saw.
links are in the bar groove. Always check chain tension each time you
NOTE: CHAIN BRAKE MUST BE use and refuel your saw.
DISENGAGED BEFORE INSTALLA- You can adjust the chain tension by loosen-
TION ON THE SAW. TO DISENGAGE ing the chain brake nuts and turning the ad-
justing screw 1/4 of a turn while lifting up on
CHAIN BRAKE, PULL THE FRONT the bar.
HAND GUARD BACK TOWARD THE S If chain is too tight, turn adjusting screw
REAR OF THE CHAIN BRAKE AS 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
FAR AS POSSIBLE (SEE ILLUSTRA- S If chain is too loose, turn adjusting screw
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 S Lift up the tip of the bar and securely
tighten the chain brake nuts with the bar
Adjusting tool.
Screw S Recheck chain tension.

Chain Brake
Nuts

Chain Brake Nuts Guide Bar

Adjusting Screw -- 1/4 Turn

WARNING: If the saw is operated
with a loose chain, the chain could jump off
the guide bar and result in serious injury.

OPERATING YOUR UNIT

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To
WARNING: Be sure to read the fuel avoid engine problems, empty the fuel
information in the safety rules before you be- system before storage for 30 days or longer.
gin. If you do not understand the safety rules, Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it
do not attempt to fuel your unit. Contact an run until the fuel lines and carburetor are
authorized service dealer. empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Never
use engine or carburetor cleaner products in
BAR AND CHAIN LUBRICATION the fuel tank or permanent damage may
The bar and chain require continuous lubri- occur.
cation. Lubrication is provided by the auto-
matic oiler system when the oil tank is kept CHAIN BRAKE
filled. Lack of oil will quickly ruin the bar and Ensure chain brake is disengaged by pulling
chain. Too little oil will cause overheating the front hand guard back toward the front
shown by smoke coming from the chain and/ handle as far as possible. The chain brake
or discoloration of the bar.Only use Bar and must be disengaged before cutting with the
Chain Oil for bar and chain lubrication. saw.
Oil Cap Fuel mix cap WARNING: The chain must not
move when the engine runs at idle speed. If
the chain moves at idle speed refer to CAR-
BURETOR ADJUSTMENT within this
manual. Avoid contact with the muffler. A hot
muffler can cause serious burns.
To stop the engine, move the ON/STOP
switch to the STOP position.
FUELING ENGINE To start the engine, hold the saw firmly on
the ground as illustrated below. Make sure
the chain is free to turn without contacting
WARNING: Remove fuel cap slowly any object.
when refueling
This engine is certified to operate on Use only 15” --- 18” of rope per pull.
unleaded gasoline. Before operation,
gasoline must be mixed with a good quality Hold saw firmly while pulling starter rope.
2-cycle air-cooled engine oil. If you do not
use this oil, use a good quality 2-cycle
air-cooled oil designed to be mixed at a ratio
of 40:1. A 40:1 ratio is obtained by mixing
0,125 liter of oil with 5 liters of unleaded
gasoline. DO NOT USE automotive or boat
oil. These oils will cause engine damage.
When mixing fuel follow the instructions
printed on the container. Always read and
follow the safety rules relating to fuel before
fueling your unit.
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
IMPORTANT When pulling the starter rope, do not use the
Experience indicates that alcohol blended full extent of the rope as this can cause the
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or rope to break. Do not let starter rope snap
methanol) can attract moisture which leads back. Hold the handle and let the rope rewind
to separation and formation of acids during slowly.
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 For cold weather starting, start the unit at procedure listed above. Ensure the ON/
FULL CHOKE; allow the engine to warm up STOP switch is in the ON position.
before squeezing the throttle trigger. Starting could require pulling the starter rope
NOTE: Do not attempt to cut material with handle many times depending on how badly
the choke/fast idle lever in the FULL CHOKE the unit is flooded. If engine fails to start, refer
position. to the TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE.
STARTING A COLD ENGINE (or CHAIN BRAKE
warm engine after running out of WARNING: If the brake band is
fuel) worn too thin it may break when the chain
NOTE: In the following steps, when the brake is triggered. With a broken brake band,
choke/fast idle lever is pulled out to the full the chain brake will not stop the chain. The
extent, the correct throttle setting for starting chain brake should be replaced by an autho-
is set automatically. rized service dealer if any part is worn to less
ON/STOP SWITCH than 0,02″ (0,5 mm) thick. Repairs on a
(SIDE VIEW) chain brake should be made by an autho-
rized service dealer. Take your unit to the
place of purchase if purchased from a ser-
ON vicing dealer, or to the nearest authorized
master service dealer.
STOP S This saw is equipped with a chain brake.
The brake is designed to stop the chain if
kickback occurs.
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi- S The inertia activated chain brake is activated
tion. if the front hand guard is pushed forward,
2. Pull choke/fast idle lever out to the full ex- either manually or by centrifugal force.
tent (to the FULL CHOKE position). S If the brake is already activated, it is
3. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times. disengaged by pulling the front hand guard
4. Pull the starter rope sharply 5 times with back toward the front handle as far as
your right hand. Then, proceed to the possible.
next step. S When cutting with the saw, the chain brake
NOTE: If the engine sounds as if it is trying must be disengaged.
to start before the 5th pull, stop pulling and Disengaged
immediately proceed to the next step.
5. Push the choke/fast idle lever in to the Engaged
HALF CHOKE position.
CHOKE/FAST IDLE LEVER
(SIDE VIEW)

Braking function control

CAUTION: The chain brake must be
Choke/ checked several times daily. The engine
fast idle lever OFF HALF FULL must be running when performing this proce-
dure. This is the only instance when the saw
6. Pull the starter rope sharply with your should be placed on the ground with the en-
right hand until the engine starts. gine running.
7. Allow the engine to run for approximately
30 seconds. Then, squeeze and release Place the saw on firm ground. Grip the rear
handle with your right hand and the front han-
the throttle trigger to allow engine to re- dle with your left hand. Apply full throttle by
turn to idle speed.
fully depressing the throttle trigger. Activate
STARTING A WARM ENGINE the chain brake by turning your left wrist
1. Move ON/STOP switch to the ON posi- against the hand guard without releasing
tion. your grip around the front handle. The chain
2. Pull the choke/fast idle lever out to the should stop immediately.
HALF CHOKE position. Inertia activating function control
3. Slowly press primer bulb 6 times.
4. Pull the starter rope sharply with your WARNING: When performing the
right hand until the engine starts.
5. Squeeze and release throttle trigger to following procedure, the engine must be
turned off.
allow engine to return to idle speed. Grip the rear handle with your right hand and
DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a the front handle with your left hand. Hold the
flooded engine) chain saw approximately 14” (35 cm) above a
The engine may be flooded with too much stump or other wooden surface. Release your
fuel if it has not started after 10 pulls. grip on the front handle and use the weight of
Flooded engines can be cleared of excess the saw to let the top of the guide bar fall for-
fuel by pushing the choke/fast idle lever in ward and contact the stump. When the tip of
completely (to the OFF CHOKE position) the bar hits the stump, the brake should acti-
and then following the warm engine starting vate.
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 CUTTING METHODS
IMPORTANT POINTS Plan a clear retreat path
S Cut wood only. Do not cut metal, plastics,
masonry, non-wood building materials, etc.
S Stop the saw if the chain strikes a foreign
object. Inspect the saw and repair parts as
necessary. Direction of Fall
S Keep the chain out of dirt and sand. Even a
small amount of dirt will quickly dull a chain 45_
and increase the possibility of kickback.
S Practice cutting a few small logs using the
following techniques to get the “feel” of us- FELLING LARGE TREES
ing your saw before you begin a major
sawing operation. (15 cm in diameter or larger)
S Squeeze the throttle trigger and allow The notch method is used to fell large trees.
the engine to reach full speed before A notch is cut on the side of the tree in the de-
cutting. sired direction of fall. After a felling cut is
S Begin cutting with the saw frame made on the opposite side of tree, the tree
against the log. will tend to fall into the notch.
S Keep the engine at full speed the entire NOTCH CUT AND FELLING THE
time you are cutting. TREE
S Allow the chain to cut for you. Exert only S Make notch cut by cutting the top of the
light downward pressure. notch first. Cut through 1/3 of the diameter
S Release the throttle trigger as soon as of the tree. Next complete the notch by cut-
the cut is completed, allowing the en- ting the bottom of the notch. See illustra-
gine to idle. If you run the saw at full tion. Once the notch is cut remove the
throttle without a cutting load, unneces- notch of wood from the tree.
sary wear can occur. Final cut here. 5 cm above
S To avoid losing control when cut is com- center of notch.
plete, do not put pressure on saw at end First cut 5 cm
of cut.
S Stop the engine before setting the saw down.
TREE FELLING TECHNIQUES
Notch
WARNING: Do not cut near build- 5 cm
ings or electrical wires if you do not know the
direction of tree fall, at night since you will not
be able to see well, or during bad weather
such as rain, snow, or strong winds. as fall is Second cut
unpredictable.
Carefully plan your sawing operation in ad-
vance. You need a clear area all around the S After removing the cutout of wood, make
tree so you can have secure footing. Check the felling cut on the opposite side of the
for broken or dead branches which can fall notch. This is done by making a cut about
on you causing serious injury. two inches higher than the center of the
Natural conditions that can cause a tree to notch. This will leave enough uncut wood
fall in a particular direction include: between the felling cut and the notch to
S The wind direction and speed. form a hinge. This hinge will help prevent
S The lean of the tree. The lean of a tree the tree from falling in the wrong direction.
might not be apparent due to uneven or Hinge holds tree on stump and helps
sloping terrain. Use a plumb or level to de- control fall
termine the direction of tree lean. Opening
S Weight and branches on one side. of felling
S Surrounding trees and obstacles. cut
Look for decay and rot. If the trunk is rotted,
it can snap and fall toward the operator.
Make sure there is enough room for the tree to
fall. Maintain a distance of 2-1/2 tree lengths Closing of
from the nearest person or other objects. En- notch
gine noise can drown out a warning call. NOTE: Before felling cut is complete, use
Remove dirt, stones, loose bark, nails, sta- wedges to open the cut when necessary to
ples, and wire from the tree where cuts are to control the direction of fall. Use wood or
be made. plastic wedges, but never steel or iron, to
avoid kickback and chain damage.

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 S Be alert to signs that the tree is ready to fall:
cracking sounds, widening of the felling cut, WARNING: Never turn saw upside
or movement in the upper branches. down to undercut. The saw cannot be con-
S As tree starts to fall, stop saw, put it down, trolled in this position.
and get away quickly on your planned re-
treat path. First cut on pressure side of log
S Be extremely cautious with partially fallen
trees that may be poorly supported. When
a tree doesn’t fall completely, set the saw
aside and pull down the tree with a cable
winch, block and tackle, or tractor. To Second cut
avoid injury, do not cut down a partially fall-
en tree with your saw. Second cut
CUTTING A FALLEN TREE
(BUCKING)
Bucking is the term used for cutting a fallen
tree to the desired log length.
First cut on pressure side of log
WARNING: Do not stand on the log
being cut. Any portion can roll causing loss BUCKING WITHOUT A SUPPORT
of footing and control. Do not stand downhill S Overcut through 1/3 of the diameter of the
of the log being cut. log.
Important points S Roll the log over and finish with a second
S Cut only one log at a time. overcut.
S Cut shattered wood very carefully; sharp S Give special attention to logs under strain
pieces of wood could be flung toward opera- to prevent the saw from pinching. Make
tor. the first cut on the pressure side to relieve
S Use a sawhorse to cut small logs. Never the stress on the log.
allow another person to hold the log while BUCKING USING A LOG OR
cutting and never hold the log with your leg SUPPORT STAND
or foot. S Remember your first cut is always on the
S Do not cut in an area where logs, limbs, pressure side of the log.
and roots are tangled. Drag the logs into a S Your first cut should extend 1/3 of the
clear area before cutting by pulling out ex- diameter of the log.
posed and cleared logs first. S Finish with your second cut.
TYPES OF CUTTING USED FOR Using a log for support 2nd Cut
BUCKING
WARNING: If saw becomes pinched
or hung in a log, don’t try to force it out. You
can lose control of the saw resulting in injury
and/or damage to the saw. Stop the saw,
drive a wedge of plastic or wood into the cut 1st Cut
until the saw can be removed easily. Restart
the saw and carefully reenter the cut. Do not 1st Cut
attempt to restart your saw when it is pinched
or hung in a log.

2nd Cut
Turn saw OFF and use a plastic or
wooden wedge to force cut open. Using a support stand 2nd Cut
Overcutting begins on the top side of the log
with the saw against the log. When overcut-
ting use light downward pressure.
Overcutting
1st Cut

1st Cut
Undercutting

Undercutting involves cutting on the under-

side of the log with top of saw against the log.
When undercutting use light upward pres- 2nd Cut
sure. Hold saw firmly and maintain control.
The saw will tend to push back toward you.
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 LIMBING AND PRUNING S Remove larger, supporting branches with
the cutting techniques described in BUCK-
WARNING: Never climb into a tree to ING WITHOUT A SUPPORT.
limb or prune. Do not stand on ladders, plat- S Always use an overcut to cut small and
forms, a log, or in any position which can cause freely hanging limbs. Undercutting could
you to lose your balance or control of the saw. cause limbs to fall and pinch saw.
IMPORTANT POINTS PRUNING
S Watch out for springpoles. Use extreme
caution when cutting small size limbs. WARNING: Limit pruning to limbs
Slender material may catch the saw chain shoulder height or below. Do not cut if
and be whipped toward you or pull you off branches are higher than your shoulder. Get
balance. a professional to do the job.
S Be alert for springback. Watch out for S Make your fist cut 1/3 of the way through
branches that are bent or under pressure. the bottom of the limb.
Avoid being struck by the branch or the S Next make a 2nd cut all the way through
saw when the tension in the wood fibers is the limb. Then cut a third overcut leaving
released. a 1 to 2 inch collar from the trunk of the tree.
S Frequently clear branches out of the way
to avoid tripping over them.
Second cut
LIMBING
S Always limb a tree after it is cut down. Only Third cut
then can limbing be done safely and prop-
erly.
S Leave the larger limbs underneath the
felled tree to support the tree as you work. Collar
S Start at base of the felled tree and work to- First cut
ward the top, cutting branches and limbs. Pruning technique
Remove small limbs with one cut.
S Keep the tree between you and the chain
as much as possible.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

After each use, ensure ON/STOP switch is
WARNING: Disconnect the spark in the STOP position, then clean all sawdust
plug before performing maintenance, except from the guide bar and sprocket hole.
for carburetor adjustments. To maintain guide bar:
We recommend all service and adjustments S Move ON/STOP switch to the STOP posi-
not listed in this manual be performed by an tion.
authorized service dealer. S Loosen and remove chain brake nuts and
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE chain brake. Remove bar and chain from
saw.
Check: S Clean the oil holes and bar groove after each
Fuel mixture level . . . . Before each use 5 hours of operation.
Bar lubrication . . . . . . . Before each use
Chain tension . . . . . . . Before each use Remove Sawdust From
Chain sharpness . . . . Before each use Guide Bar Groove
For damaged parts . . Before each use
For loose caps . . . . . . Before each use
For loose fasteners . . . Before each use
For loose parts . . . . . . Before each use Oil Holes
Inspect and Clean:
Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before each use S Burring of guide bar rails is a normal
Complete saw . . . . . . . After each use process of rail wear. Remove these burrs
Air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours* with a flat file.
Chain brake . . . . . . . . Every 5 hours* S When rail top is uneven, use a flat file to re-
Spark arresting screen store square edges and sides.
and muffler . . . . . . . . . Every 25 hours*
Replace spark plug . Yearly File Rail Edges
Replace fuel filter . . . Yearly and Sides
* Hours of Operation Square

BAR MAINTENANCE Worn Groove Correct Groove

If your saw cuts to one side, has to be forced
through the cut, or been run with an improper
amount of bar lubrication it may be neces-
sary to service your bar. A worn bar will dam-
age your chain and make cutting difficult.

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 Replace guide bar when the groove is worn,
the guide bar is bent or cracked, or when WARNING: Disconnect the spark
excess heating or burring of the rails occurs. plug before performing maintenance, ser-
If replacement is necessary, use only the guide vice or adjustments, except for carburetor
bar specified for your saw in the repair parts list adjustments.
or on the decal located on the chain saw.
CHAIN SHARPENING
AIR FILTER Chain sharpening is a complicated task that
CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline or requires special tools. We recommend that
other flammable solvent to avoid creating a you refer chain sharpening to a professional
fire hazard or producing harmful evaporative chain sharpener.
emissions.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Cleaning the air filter: The chain will be moving during most of this
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform- procedure. Wear your protective equipment
ance and increases fuel consumption and and observe all safety precautions. The chain
harmful emissions. Always clean after every must not move at idle speed.
5 hours of operation. The carburetor has been carefully set at the
1. Clean the cover and the area around it to factory. Adjustments may be necessary if
keep dirt and sawdust from falling into you notice any of the following conditions:
the carburetor chamber when the cover S Chain moves at idle. See IDLE SPEED--T
is removed. adjusting procedure.
2. Remove the parts as illustrated below. S Saw will not idle. See IDLE SPEED--T ad-
3. Wash the filter in soap and water. Rinse justing procedure.
in clean cool water. Air dry completely
before reinstalling. Idle Speed--T
4. Add a few drops of oil to the filter; Allow engine to idle. If the chain moves, idle
squeeze filter to distribute oil. is too fast. If the engine stalls, idle is too slow.
5. Reinstall parts. Adjust speed until engine runs without chain
movement (idle too fast) or stalling (idle too
Cylinder Cover slow). The idle speed screw is located in the
Air Filter Screws area above the primer bulb and is labeled T.
S Turn idle speed screw (T) clockwise to in-
crease engine speed.
S Turn idle speed screw (T) counterclock-
Cylinder wise to decrease engine speed.
Cover STORAGE
WARNING: Stop engine and allow to
cool, and secure the unit before storing or
transporting in a vehicle. Store unit and fuel
in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach
SPARK PLUG sparks or open flames from water heaters,
The spark plug should be replaced each electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
year to ensure the engine starts easier and Store unit with all guards in place. Position so
runs better. Ignition timing is fixed and non- that any sharp object cannot accidentally
adjustable. cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out
1. Loosen 3 screws on cylinder cover. of reach of children.
2. Remove the cylinder cover. S Before storing, drain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.
3. Pull off the spark plug boot. S Clean the unit before storing. Pay particu-
4. Remove spark plug from cylinder and
discard. lar attention to the air intake area, keeping
5. Replace with Champion RCJ--7Y spark it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and
sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.
plug and tighten securely with a 19 mm S Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
socket wrench. Spark plug gap should where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
be 0,5 mm.
6. Reinstall the spark plug boot. open flame from hot water heaters, electric
7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3 motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil-
screws. Tighten securely. dren.
Screws Cylinder
Cover CAUTION: It is important to prevent
Spark gum deposits from forming in essential fuel
Plug Boot system parts such as the carburetor, fuel fil-
ter, fuel hose, or fuel tank during storage. Al-
cohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
Spark which leads to fuel mixture separation and
Plug formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas
can damage the engine.
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 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not 1. Ignition switch off. 1. Move ignition switch to ON.
start or will run 2. Engine flooded. 2. See “Difficult Starting” in
only a few Operation Section.
seconds after 3. Fuel tank empty. 3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
starting. 4. Spark plug not firing. 4. Install new spark plug.
5. Fuel not reaching 5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
carburetor. Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Engine will 1. Idle speed requires 1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
not idle adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.
properly. 2. Carburetor requires 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
adjustment.
Engine will not 1. Air filter dirty. 1. Clean or replace air filter.
accelerate, 2. Spark plug fouled. 2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
lacks power, 3. Chain brake engaged. 3. Disengage chain brake.
or dies under 4. Carburetor requires 4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
a load. adjustment.
Engine 1. Too much oil mixed with 1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
smokes gasoline. correct fuel mixture.
excessively.
Chain moves 1. Idle speed requires 1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
at idle speed. adjustment. Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Clutch requires repair. 2. Contact an authorized service dealer.

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 TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
MODEL: Partner 350
ENGINE
Cylinder volume, cm3 36
Stroke, mm 32
Idle speed, rpm 3,000
Recommended max speed, unloaded, rpm 13,000
Power, kW 1,4
IGNITION SYSTEM
Manufacturer Walbro
Type of ignition system CD
Spark plug Champion
Electrode gap, mm 0,5
FUEL AND LUBRICATION SYSTEM
Manufacturer Walbro
Carburetor type WT--662
Fuel capacity, litre 0,38
Oil pump capacity at 8,500 rpm ml/min 4 -- 8
Oil capacity, litre 0,2
Type of oil pump Automatic
WEIGHT
Without bar and chain, kg 4,7
NOISE LEVELS (See note 1)
Equivalent noise pressure level at operator’s ear,
measured according to relevant international standards, dB(A) 103
Equivalent noise power level, measured according
to relevant international standards, dB(A) 111
Recommended limit of usage a day, minutes
(SanPiN 2.2.2.540--96) 152
CHAIN/BAR
Standard bar length, inches/cm 14″/36 16″/41
Recommended bar length, inches/cm 14″/36 16″/41
Usable cutting length, inches/cm 13,5″/35 15,5″/40
Chain speed at max. power, m/sec 19
Pitch, cm 0,952
Thickness of drive link, mm 1,27
Number of teeth on drive sprocket 6
Maximum Bar Tip Radius 7T
Chain type Oregon 91VJ/VG
Note 1: Equivalent noise level is, according to ISO 22868, calculated as the time-weighted
energy total for noise levels under various working conditions with the following time
distribution: 1/3 idle, 1/3 full load, 1/3 full speed.

in/cm :dl

14/36:52
91VJ 0,375 0,050/1,3 5/32 / 4,0 85° 30° 0° 0,025/0,65
16/41:56
14/36:52
91VG 0,375 0,050/1,3 5/32 / 4,0 85° 30° 0° 0,025/0,65
16/41:56

ADDRESS: Husqvarna Outdoor Products Italia S.p.A

Via Como 72
Valmadrera, Lecco
ITALY I--23868
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 Husqvarna Outdoor Products Italia S.p.A.
Via Como 72
Valmadrera, Lecco
ITALY I--23868

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