Do you have to oil the outside of the box with mineral oil? I live in MN. Some reviews mentioned oiling...
1848806
The wood is retreated, so it is ready to use. No indication that it needs to ever be oiled. We also live in MN, and my wife LOVES hers. It is exactly like the one Paula uses on her TV show.
1848807
I live in Washington State so it doesn't really dry out the wood, I believe that mineral oil could be used on the outside to prevent damage to the wood
1848808
No, I live in Arizona and nothing has been needed in the year I have owned it. If it ever did mineral oil would be my choice after letting it sit and drying out the inside.
1848809
I have been using mine for a few weeks now, and no, I didn't oil it at all. It's working great!
1848810
I haven't. Plenty of humidity in my home,and I see no need for that. I suppose you could if you wanted to,but I really don't think it needs it.
781481
i wrote in my review that i used coconut oil. mineral oil. aka as petroleum oil, not putting it into my food. my car is the only place i put this stuff.
1783514
Neither it says synthetic nor mineral oil. It could be semi synthetic because the changing interval usually between 60k to 80k. Whatever it is but I personally prefer to stick with 40k interval for peace of mind.
898219
This was confusing for us also. There was pump oil in the box. Additionally, our instructions said to flll the oil resevoir with pump oil, but there was already oil in the reservoir. Have used it about 6 times now and it works just fine.
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.
1088855
When the oil gets cold it solidifies. It's not spoiled. Just take it out and let it warm up and then use it. I keep mine in the refrigerator to prolong it's life.
130053
Yes. Clean it after applying mineral oil. Let the mineral oil stay on it for a couple hours and then lightly wash it.
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...
1266054
ONLY use air tool oil, not something like 3in1, etc. Regular oil might "diesel", air oil will not.
728478
After cooled, strain oil into a plastic or glass jug & refrigerate. Can be used many times until looks or smells off.I use Weiman Gas Range Degreaser on the outside & it cleans it like brand new with very little effort.
1785571
Definitely use oil. I don't run a separator on mine. But wouldn't hurt if you did
2010804
It's manually oiled. I put a drop in mine each day before use and haven't had any problems.
842804
Mine did the same yesterday. Something in the air? HA! I sprayed it with a dry lubricant and kept working it and now it's like new. Of course mine is outside (gate) so not totally unexpected. I have always heard not to spray regular oil as it gathers dust. You can find dry spray for locks (graphite) at Amazon or your local hardware etc. Good luck.
1185497
Mine arrived without any oil. I remember I have to run to get some oil the morning after. It could be that now they put the oil before shipping or that it was returned by a customer.
2214112
Yes...it needs several coats of mineral oil before using it. We are very happy with this product
1434742
I always lightly oil the skillet after each use. I actually put vegetable oil in a spray bottle and give it a squirt or two and then take a paper towel and wipe it on the inside of the pan. It builds up more of non-stick coating so your food doesn't stick. As for the seasoning the outside.... When I first got the skillet, I did oil the whole entire skillet (inside and outside) and then put it in the oven upside down in the oven to season it.... However, I don't oil the outside after every use.
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.