Why is my the vacuum pump I received with this kit and the tag that says "pump does not contain oil", covered with oil?
339737
Mine was too man. However it works perfect. I know I was thinking someone used and returned it. Not the case to. That oil stinks right. The reason is they put oil in it test it then drain but during shipping it gets upside down. Don't worry just put on level surface and add oil
337259
The reference to oil is sort of misleading. The "O" ring in the piston pump needs to be protected from drying out, specially if it is stored and not used. They really should have labeled it Grease because it helps keep the piston plunger O ring soft and supple to make a tight seal in the piston tube. The pump actually pumps air into the container to pressurize the tank containing your selected chemical mixture. Since the "O" ring is not lubricated by any fluid it can dry out and not make a proper seal. If you google "solo handheld sprayer lubrication" there is a link to a PDF from forestry-suppliers on the 400 series sprayers that says "Lubricate O-ring in pressure relief valve with non-water soluble grease on a regular basis. Petroleum Jelly works fine! On the Solousa.com site under support, handheld sprayers, service & repair there is more info on the care and maintenance of these sprayers along with instructions. But they really should have labeled it GREASE and Not OIL!
2052264
I bought it for my grandchild so it's not in front of me to look at. From what I can remember you may be missing a part or something may be wrong. Try to google the vacuum and see if you can find a picture that shows that part of it.
1088558
It doesn't come oiled ..I changed out the filter And was able to clean n reused mines
1684011
if this is like the 1 liter one I have, there should be a little insignia of an oil can right in front of the trigger on the top right before the brass rod that goes down into the cup. From what I have gathered, it is not oil that is needed but every now and then add a little petroleum jelly or other water NON-soluable grease just to keep the o-ring pliable...if it dries out, pump won't work...go to Solo site, this explanation should be there
508507
There is an indicator on it. Fill it until it shows as full. There is one oil for the motor and one for the pump on the model I bought. One for pump oil and one for motor oil.
1185498
Mine needed oil to be added. I would think that yours was test run and they forgot to remove the oil before shipping it.
227662
Google it or xall themanufacturer.... as far as oil I'm certain you will need the oil ..... Andit's possible the seals are ruined anyway
882499
Most probably come with grease but I always pump grease in just to be sure. With most things that have grease fittings, you can't get too much grease. The excess comes out the seal. That's the way you know when it's fully greased.
1405577
The pump I received is very quiet. Oil vapor does come out of the exhaust initially when you start evacuating a system. However, if it continues to be noisy and spraying oil, it probably means that you are trying to pump down a system with a small leak. Try pressure leak checking your system with nitrogen first. It doesn't take a large leak to cause the oil vapor to come out the exhaust.
898220
If yours didn't come with the required oil... A Synthetic motor oil is required, not sure what compressor/pump is accaptable
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.
478393
No, I would not. The gears use grease seals, and the grease comes out into the stream over time which is why vacuum diminishes. When you first start using these pumps, you can sometimes see a sheen on the surface of water that has been pumped. Yuck.
756844
This is a food grade pump with an open motor. It cannot be submerged, it's gravity fed and I don't know about pumping oil. Low viscosity perhaps? Contact the manufacturer about that one
2276140
Did you use just oil or have oil & spices? I've been using mine for months with no problem. I have to pump it pretty much every time I use it. Sorry yours doesn't work. I'd send it back.
1748997
There should be a small brass tag riveted to the top of the pump housing, near where the switch housing screws on. This tag has the model number on it. May have to take a wire brush or fine wet/dry sand paper to make it legible.
1020353
The oil is used for lubrication of the pump and valves. If you don't use oil, the pump bearings will eventually seize up. It will not pull a vacuum. The oil is also used for cooling.