Has anyone ever had to oil the motor ? If so, how ?
572193
**********I don't recommend doing this because it's probably a fire hazard.**********Yes, read my review. In summary I used olive oil because that's all I had lying around and two years later it's still working as a beauty! I think I poured some olive oil through the hole at the top then on another occasion rub olive oil over paper and fed it through the machine. Definitely not what you're supposed to do but it worked a treat.**********I don't recommend doing this because it's probably a fire hazard.**********
572194
And in addition to that, i had this for more than 6 yrs now and still works like a champ :)
572195
Actually it didn't say you have to oil the motor. You just have to oil the shredder. I put some baby oil on the paper and shredded it.
572196
**********I don't recommend doing this because it's probably a fire hazard.********** Yes, read my review. In summary I used olive oil because that's all I had lying around and two years later it's still working as a beauty! I think I poured some olive oil through the hole at the top then on another occasion rub olive oil over paper and fed it through the machine. Definitely not what you're supposed to do but it worked a treat. **********I don't recommend doing this because it's probably a fire hazard.**********
572197
I have never "had to" but following instructions I applieda small amount of vegetable oil on one end of sheets ofpaper and ran them through the shredder.
238707
won't hurt, but most pumps come prelubed. just don't run it without water ever and oil.
1238592
no oil is in the motor like in your car, just put gas in it and it does come pre filled with oil in it , do look to be sure and see oil on the dip stick or you will blow the motor with no oil in it
701930
No oil. Mine doesn't require any oil to operate......just to store it in Winter....very important to Winterize the pump or freezing will damage it if water is left in the pump mechanism.
1557011
There is no manual, and you do have to add oil. The machine is not powerful enough to produce the oil. We were unhappy with this product.
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.
1310650
I have not had that problem. As someone who has owned a few machines I would advise to have a professional look at it. These machines, even if not used often, require cleaning and oiling regularly. That may be your problem. Good luck to you.
361452
My unit was delivered without motor oil. I bought a quart of Pennzoil 5W30 synthetic blend and added just over half a quart. Works fine!
1150058
You have to grease it, but not oil. It also has a service light that will come on when it needs attention.
48680
No, it's very simple. You just frequently add oil in a slot as indicated by the directions.
800754
No you don't as you have just purchased it. When it's time to clean it after it's first use then you oil it. The oil is bought separately. I recommend that you purchase the maintenance kit and this will have oil included, as for now you don't have to oil it at first installation.
2005758
I just recently replaced my motor and have not had any issues so far. My initial motor still works, however, it was the gear box that crapped out .... lasted about five years and begin screeching and grinding (gears wore out ... unfortunately you can't find a kit to just replace the gears). So, I have a backup motor now.
1238591
Yes there is motor oil in the engine for lubrication. The oil should be changed yearly. You use regular gasoline in the tank. This is a four stroke engine and you DO NOT mix 2 stroke oil with the gasoline.
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.
933744
My oiler worked perfectly out of the box, but last time I used it, I don't think the oiler was working well. I didn't have much to saw and made a note to try to clean out the holes, etc for the oiler when I had time. I figured it was just clogged...
629098
I use EVOO in mine and don't have the same issue. You can pump that thing really hard without having to worry about damaging it. Pump until it won't pump anymore and try a different oil maybe.
600699
No, and it needs tons of oil in it to be able to work. I was never able to use it.