Patriot Petrol Trimmers: Model Overview and Operating Tips

Owners of summer cottages, vegetable gardens and personal plots should get such an assistant as a brushcutter. A worthy option for these units is the Patriot petrol trimmer.

For a short time of its existence, the Patriot company has become a manufacturer of equipment that is currently in great demand. The demand for the brand is based on the use of quality parts, as well as modern innovations and technologies. The Patriot petrol cutter has the following characteristics:

• endurance;
• high build quality;
• ergonomics;
• ease of management and repair.

Due to the fact that the trimmers of this brand are easy to use, they can be used even by people with no experience. This type of tool is able to simplify the life of summer residents and gardeners. They can work on the territory from the first spring days until late autumn, as well as remove snow in winter using nozzles.

Patriot petrol trimmers are available for home and professional use. The cheapest options are usually characterized by low power, so they may not cope with the tasks. However, it is worth remembering that buying a professional expensive unit may not always be advisable.

When buying a gasoline trimmer, you should take into account the following nuances:

• vegetation on the territory;
• the volume of the territory;
• relief features of the site;
• the convenience of brushcutters, the location of the handle on it;
• engine type: two-stroke or four-stroke;
• type of cutting tool.

Currently, the Patriot company offers a wide range of petrol trimmers. The following products are considered the most popular.

This type of technique is considered easy, it is usually used to eliminate a small volume of weeds, mowing lawns, leveling plants near trees, mowing grass in hard-to-reach areas.

The tool is considered comfortable when working, as it has a comfortable handle and rubberized grip. Patriot PT 3355 has built-in switches, engine power 1.8 l / s, while it weighs 6.7 kg. The product is equipped with a high-quality gearbox with aluminum parts. The technique is stable, durable and quite hardy.

The trimmer belongs to the semi-professional units. Equipped with a professional starter, therefore it is effective when starting even in the cold season. The engine of this unit is characterized by low noise. This model of petrol cutters has a light weight and consumes little fuel. Reinforced gearbox of the unit contributes to stable operation during high loads. The Patriot 555 has a power output of 3 l / s. This type of trimmer can be used even when cutting dry tall wild-growing weeds, as well as sprouted tree shoots.

A semi-professional brushcutter, unlike its counterparts, has an excellent branded equipment, a flat cut line, and high traction parameters. In addition, this model is characterized by light weight and ergonomics of the handle, thanks to which the unit can be considered especially maneuverable and comfortable to use. Every trimmer mechanism and part is made of high-strength material. The product is equipped with a soft shoulder strap that does not restrict the movement of a working person. The Patriot 4355 has a power output of 2.45 l / s.

This brushcutter is a semi-professional one, it is a fairly popular model among many gardeners, whose area is overgrown with weeds. Economical fuel consumption and high-quality aluminum gearbox make this trimmer simply irreplaceable when mowing a large area. The features of the unit include a single-cylinder proprietary engine, efficient cooling, a strong anti-vibration system, a reliable manual starter and a decompression function. Patriot 545 engine power is 2.45 l / s. In equipping the trimmer, the user can find a straight non-separable hose, as well as a durable plastic casing, which protects the worker from the ingress of vegetation and stones.

This garden-type tool is an amateur one. It is characterized by low weight, but at the same time high reliability and good traction capabilities. The motokos can be used for high-quality mowing of low-growing wild weeds, small lawns, elimination of young shoots. A feature of the unit can be called the possibility of using it in conjunction with universal mowing heads. This trimmer can also be equipped with a plastic disc and a three-blade forged knife. Patriot 3055 has a capacity of 1.3 l / s, while it weighs 6.1 kg.

Starting the petrol trimmer correctly is a simple task for those who use the device for the first time or after a winter inactivity. Before running in the unit and using the starter, it is worth filling the brushcutter with oil. This substance must contain certain additives that dissolve easily in the fuel when exposed to high temperatures. Such substances will ensure the correct protection of the motor elements, protecting them from friction even at high loads.

The most common startup errors are the following:

• starting the engine if the ignition is off;
• start when the shutter is closed;
• poor quality or improperly formulated fuel.

Depending on what work needs to be done, the appropriate attachment is put on the trimmer. Running in a brushcutter means using the engine at the lowest speed, no load. To carry out the running-in, it is worth starting a petrol cutter and running it in idle mode. This step is best done by inserting the line, gradually increasing the load level and increasing the engine speed. After running-in, the first operation of the unit should be about 15 minutes.

Patriot trim tabs, like any other similar technique, should be used carefully, avoiding sudden movements and collisions with extremely hard objects. Allow the brushcutter to cool down after each use. Also, the user should not forget about putting on the belt before using the technique: this element will help optimize the recoil, as well as distribute the tension throughout the body. The belt needs not only to be put on, but also to be adjusted for yourself.

It is worth remembering that the use of a gasoline trimmer is highly undesirable in wet and rainy weather. If the unit gets wet, then it should be sent to a dry room, and then dried. Patriot brushcutters can run continuously from 40 minutes to an hour. When working with this unit, it is worth remembering the following safety measures:

• dress in tight clothing before working with the trimmer;
• keep a distance of at least 15 meters from people;
• use headphones or ear plugs;
• use rubber gloves, boots and goggles for your own protection.

There are situations when the Patriot trimmer fails, namely: it does not start, does not pick up speed, the coil is broken. There may be a lot of reasons that caused this situation, but the main one is improper operation. In the event of problems and malfunctions in the operation of the unit, it is worth contacting specialists for help, but if the warranty period has already expired, then the user can try to solve the problem on his own.

If the engine stops starting, this may be the result of a dirty filter in the fuel tank. Replacing the filter will help correct the situation. It is also worth regularly monitoring the condition of the trimmer air filter. In case of contamination, the part should be washed with gasoline and installed in its original place. Spare parts for Patriot brushcutters can be found in the service centers of this company.

For a detailed review and test of the Patriot PT 545 petrol trimmer, see the video below.