How to Clean & Oil a Daiwa Freshwater Fishing & Baitcasting Reel

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Diawa baitcasting reels are designed to deliver years of trouble-free operation. Spending some time on upkeep will keep the angler out on the water fishing instead of working on the reel back at the dock. Adopt a schedule of regular cleaning and oiling to keep the reel in good working order. For more in-depth service or repairs, it is recommended to let an authorized Daiwa repair shop service the reel.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Soft-bristle brush
Cotton swabs
Light-grade machine oil
Soft cotton towel
Tape
Daiwa reel wrench

Step 1

Clean the reel with a soft-bristle brush. Remove any dirt and debris, paying special attention to the handle, drag and level-wind areas. Spray the reel with a garden hose if needed to remove dirt.

Step 2

Remove the spool nut with the Daiwa reel wrench. Slide the spool out from the housing and apply a small piece of tape to the line to keep it from backlashing.

Step 3

Remove any dirt inside the housing, using a cotton swab. Add a small drop of oil to each of the spool bearings. Slide the spool back into housing and reinstall the nut.

Step 4

Remove the handle nut with the Daiwa reel wrench. Clean any dirt between the reel handle and frame with a cotton swab. Lubricate the bearing with a drop of oil. Place the handle back on the reel and tighten the nut.

Step 5

Loosen the drag star washer. Clean the drag area with a cotton swab. Lubricate with a drop of oil and tighten the drag star. Cast and retrieve the line to ensure the reel functions correctly.

Tips & Warnings

Always use the schematic provided by Daiwa for the particular reel being cleaned.

Resources

Daiwa: Service & Warranty

Article Written By Daniel Ray

Daniel Ray has been writing for over 15 years. He has been published in "Florida Sportsman" magazine. He holds an FAA airframe and powerplant license and FCC radiotelephone license, and is also a licensed private pilot. He attended the University of South Florida.

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