Do I have to oil this pump when installing?
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.
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.
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.
1515375
i warmed up engine installed hose in dip stick tube just started pump it primed it self make sure hose is deep enough to reach oil in pan you might have to twisthose to snake it all the way down hope this helps thin oil from warm up helps
567773
Yes. It recommends putting a little vegetable oil into the inlet ( I guess for initial lubrication) then submerge the end and start it up. Even if it looses prime during use, it will self prime and pick back up. This is an awesome little pump. Pumped alot of water from under my house in recent heavy rains
238707
won't hurt, but most pumps come prelubed. just don't run it without water ever and oil.
361451
Yes you do need to buy engine oil. 5W-30 is recommended. It is easily available in Walmart rather than Lowes or HomeDepot
898220
If yours didn't come with the required oil... A Synthetic motor oil is required, not sure what compressor/pump is accaptable
48680
No, it's very simple. You just frequently add oil in a slot as indicated by the directions.
760886
The pump has oil in it and can be serviced (changed) as per the owners manual.
600761
the unit is self doesn't require oil, it is battery powered. You will need to lubricate the chain, with chain oil, as used on a chainsaw.
379084
If desired you can but not nessessary. It will require more attention as it will clog faster but will give longer life to the filter with using oil. Ive done with and without.
48677
I have not had trouble oiling the chain. I just put oil in the reservoir and on occasions squirt some directly on the chain. This is a great piece of equipment.
101349
The pump is a demand pump. When I installed mine it would pump too much and caused rapid on/off operation until I opened up the nozzle. I presently have mine wired to a switch on the handle so I can turn it on when I need it. I have had problems with the pressure switches and decided to bypass it. This is not necessary unless the pump cycles off and on while spraying.
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.
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.
1453899
to get it running all you need to do is fill it with oil and plug it in. depending on which size connectors your gauge set has you may need an adapter to attach the gauge set to the vacuum inlet on the pump.
1213327
When the compressor is shipped, it has oil however, to be on the safe side, make absolutely sure to check the dip stick. My unit was exactly at the right level upon arival, but the motor pulls hard when starting, so with that said, the oil level on this compressor is critical. Thanks for your question, I hope this helps you. Happy New year also.
1944456
remove from box add oil that is supplied to recommended level hook up to gauge manifold plug in & turn on