I purchased this grease about 4 mos ago. When I opened the tube, it appeared that the grease had separated. Can I still use it?
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Yes mine too had liquid separated from it I just dumped the liquid off and then use a dowel rod and stirred it and used it. I have not had any problem with my mixer I used it in and just went out and looked at what's left in my tube and it still fine. Hope this helps!
456094
Good question, I don't know, but would recommend you call the MFG on that one. You might be ok if you remix it all together but call them . Not sure how it would separate but call them to make sure.
1072819
I am not sure, we used this product because the grease had been leaking out of our stand mixer. Apparently, the mixer needs to be used regularly to avoid this issue. My husband used this grease on ours and now it works great, no leaks. We have enough to do several more mixers. I would try using this product, give it a try, my husband found the instructions on YouTube. Best of Luck!
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Thanks your a life saver.. worm gear follower was chewed up.. must not be hardened gears. The grease is liquifying so that probably doesnt help matters either. Only a few hours usage, though with stiff batter.Any recommendations on grease? I'm inclined to want to use automotive wheel bearing grease.
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I don't think so because when it sat for a month while I was gone, it did not separate or need to be shaken. It goes on oily but disappears in about 15 min. I can't smell it but my lab dog can. It helps my skin problem called lichen planus. I bought from amazon for price. This brand is only oil and E which is what my dr said to buy
1120394
i haven't put a new tube of grease in yet but it was very tight when i loaded it. i doubt it got past the plunger.
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I would try spaying some grease first. If that doesn't last long yes replace.
1515756
If it is sealed on both sides you can't grease it. Open on one side you can grease it.
394950
Don't buy either, IMHO. I wanted one for years and finally bought an Artisan, though I only use them for family dinners.On its 5th or 6th use, it dumped grease oil in the food. Just sitting, it started dripping oil, and the gears started sounding distressed.KitchenAid support said this is normal. They said I should run the mixer every couple weeks. On average, over 3 calls to customer support, they indicated it was normal for the gear grease to separate and drip into food.
899750
I have done that to another grease gun before. You would probably have to improve the seal on the plunger so that the oil wouldn't leak out. Hopefully no one ever pumped grease into those fittings on your machine.
180641
This grease has already been stabilized (broken it) which is why it appears dark. Make sure you remove as much of the original grease as possible. Failure to do so will cause premature separation in the new grease. Additionally, DO NOT USE CITRUS CLEANERS as they will damage the mild steel gears in the main assembly.
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I fear grease particles will discolor it and while the material wears wells, it is still delicate and would not be easily cleaned. I personally would not use it in the kitchen if the space is small or too near the cooking area.
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I don't use grease, I use cannola oil. It doesn't go rancid as far as I know. Plus I use my pans frequently so they are also washed and the oil reapplied often.
357015
Hi, it has been a few months and i have not had the need to use the lube. Seems to be working like new and i use it quite often and i try to keep it clean. Sorry, i just read the blades part..i don't use the blades from this.
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Thanks all for your help and advice. I called 3M and he said I should return it to the store. Sounded like the urethane had hardened in the tube. Returned this afternoon. Got a new tube with a current lot number. Haven't opened it yet. Here's hoping.
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Here's a follow-up to my previous answer. I located my tube and checked the label. It states that the grease is authorized by the USDA & rated H1. This means it can be used in food-processing environments where there is the possibility of incidental food contact. THe warning on the label states that it may cause eye and skin irritation.
1178297
No, I have not. I used it for concrete, and it did not work. My best option to date has been vinegar. It will take grease out of almost anything.
1980045
Sorry can't answer that. I have not seen a product expiration date on any greased lighting product. I suspect the 5:26 you referenced indicates when the product was made.