Does this leak oil when not in use?
581722
The chain oiler will leak a bit as will any chain saw but its not really a big deal. I will say I was pleasantly surprised with the power and batter life of this little saw. Why go through the hassles of a gas one if you don't have a big cutting job to do. Perfect for smaller cutting/trimming jobs. Clean, quiet, and with multiple batteries can last a whole Saturday cutting out in the yard.
581723
Yes, oil for bar is gravity feed. No big deal I set it on a piece of card board. Great little saw, quick and simple to use.
581724
Yes it does. Not much but enough to be a bit annoying. But, I really like the saw. I'm not easy on it. I keep it sharp. Jumps a bit because it doesn't have the beef a fueled saw has.
581725
Other people have mentioned that it does but I haven't noticed a huge problem with it. There is a small amount of leakage, but I have never used any other chainsaws so I don't know if it's any better or worse than any other.
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.
1408044
I never have had to use oil, just keep it clean use an air can and spray it clean and spray a little amount of WD40 on all moving parts
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.
1150058
You have to grease it, but not oil. It also has a service light that will come on when it needs attention.
193919
Unfortunately just about all chain saws will appear to leak oil when not in use because the chain and bar are saturated with oil during use to help prevent wear. I recommend storing it in a plastic bag with some paper towels under it to absorb any dripping oil. I absolutely love the Greenworks battery powered saw. You can use it immediately when needed.
1029865
No i don't have this problem.I have filled bar oil several times and everythink looks good..no leak.
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.
2205300
Its not an oil problem its a design flaw. there is a review that tells how to repair it above. IF you dump it right after ever use there shouldn't be to much of a problem.
1250647
The pump I installed did come filled with oil, however I recommend checking the level as I have had previous pumps that were low.
2050990
I know this is an old question but for the sake of others looking at this, THE PUMP IS SEALED and the oil is non serviceable. It is a sealed system, do not add oil. This information comes directly from Briggs and Stratton technical support. I called them, they double checked. Bolt this on and away you go...
193916
Unfortunately just about all chain saws will appear to leak oil when not in use because the chain andbar are saturated with oil during use to help prevent wear.I recommend storing it in a plastic bag with some paper towels under it to absorb any dripping oil.I absolutely love the Greenworks battery powered saw. You can use it immediately when needed.
2050988
The old pump that I replaced had to be filled. I filled it with oil but it still didn't work. The new had no place for oil and appears to be sealed. I have run it for 30+ hours and it is still working great. I still question if it could be filled but assume that it doesn't need oil out of the box.
521295
No you have to put the oil after you receive it. If you don't use it in over a week the oil will leak out. So if you are not going to use it regularly drain the oil
764632
I use mine at my coast house to clean my deck. I've never experienced any leaks, but I don't use it often.
2152683
I have not cleaned it yet as a very small amount of water/oil is left after use.
2123777
I've had mine for 8 months and haven't oiled it, but I didn't use it either. It still looks fine. I hope this helps.