Where does the machine oil go and how often do you use it?
1808333
I put about six drops in the air hose fitting every time I use it. If used for long periods I add oil every couple hours.
1250648
I cannot find any need to oil the pump as it appears to be a completely sealed unit. Have been using for a couple of months without a problem.
1294760
It is not recommended that you leave harsh solvents in the machine after cleaning it out. Once you have cleaned it out with whatever the necessary solvent is, then flush it out with fresh water and you are fine to store the machine. There is also a product called "Pump Saver" that's even better to leave in the machine. It keeps all the seals lubricated and such. Dene - Gleem Paint
1427191
very rarely. i use mine for about an hour of run time every month and oil it only if i notice the blades heating up more than usual.
1442558
It sits in the oil. If you're concerned about cleaning it, I don't consider it a big deal. The heating element is a decent size.
193917
Yes it does, if left overnight. I have found that once I am finished sawing for the day, I simply pour the unused oil in the saw back into the oil bottle and use again. The oil is not contaminated and it does not hurt the saw. It is my experience and from what I hear that all these type of saws leak off oil for some reason.
980867
Spray a little wd40 on it after use. They make an oil. But that works just fine
649369
I was told by the Mityvac rep that if you are planning on using it for simply oil, all the time, that there is no need to clean it, other than emptying it, as the bit of oil left behind will keep the rubber seals moist. Now if you are planning on using it for several different fluid removal that the easiest way to clean it was to put the same kind of goop type hand cleaner used when you are dealing with your oily dirty hands. Put a bit in a cup diluted with water and vacuum it up with the Mityvac. I hope that works; I didn't clean mine since I plan on using it for motor/boat oil at all times; I just emptied it back on the same quarts and took the old oil to a recycle place near by.
2037043
I use whatever I have around. I used to work running a saw in the woods, We took used motor oil to lube our bars.
231440
Depends how much you use it, when it starts sounding a bit noisy I oil it with sewing machine oil.
1829758
My machine came with a bottle of oil it was regular air compressor crankcase oil available at your hardware store.
882563
Pour the oil into the machine, you will see it filling up through the glass at the back of the machine. There is an oil fill mark, do not overfill.
188968
You definitely need to oil it well before use! I let the oil sink in on all sides overnight before wiping and use.
75311
I have not used the machine in months. I'm pretty sure it was a normal counter clockwise oil plug(I'm not positive). I had to use pliers to get it off. Just be careful not to break plastic. Pliers should be able to grab it around the outside, even if the plastic is broken. Hope this helps a little.
1250649
No. You don't have to oil this pump. It is simply plug n play - so to speak. Drop the old one off, line up the key on the shaft with the slot on the new one. Press on and align the bolt holes. Bolt together. Warning - motor is not attached to the power washer deck while the pump is off. It will fall off if jostled.
1682726
Don't bother. Scoop it out, wipe it down with some paper towels, get as clean as practical. I used some Orange cleaner on the paper towel around some of the gear housing, but that was it. It isn't contaminated like having dust filings when a bearing goes. I scooped the grease into a container so I knew how much to put back in and used a similar amount.
169269
The device comes with a straining cup, about the size of a coffee filter. Once your oil is done you pour the oil through the mesh filter cup while holding it over your jar or container you intend to store the oil and it removes 99% of the herbal material. You can not run the machine with the filter cup in it. Thats just where its stored.