Homelite Super XL Automatic oiler problems

[Overlooker]

I have a 1991 red Homelite Super XL Automatic that oils just fine with the manual pump but seems to deliver little or no oil to the bar via the automatic oiler. I've pulled the plastic component that is next to the oil filler cap and checked the O-rings and the filter, all of which seem to be fine. I did not replace any of those parts. I'm not sure how the manual and automatic oilers share parts. I noticed that the manual oiler pump plunger has two grooves on the side where the pin that holds it in place can be engaged. Does it matter which of those two grooves I choose to insert the retaining pin into? Is there anything I should check or try before I replace the automatic oiler pump?

 

[edju1958]

Hi Overlooker,As I understand it,there is a screw that hold the gears together for the automatic oiler & you must pull the clutch to access this screw.On occasion the screw backs out probably from vibration & this disengages the gears that operates the pump.All you need to do is turn the screw back in & the gears should engage again & in turn the oiler should work.

 

[Overlooker]

That's a great lead. Thanks for the response. O

 

[Overlooker]

Thanks edju for the tip. I pulled the clutch and the pump, tightened the screw, and it seems that I now have a functioning auto oiler. Another cheap fix, thanks to your help! O

 

[edju1958]

I'm glad it worked for you! I've only heard about this,never had to apply it to any saws myself.I love cheap fixes!