Penn Battle 3000 maintenance?

[USNavy_Angler]

I use my Battle 3k for both fresh water and inshore salt water fishing. I've used it in salt 2 or 3 times for over 25 hours of use. And freshwater I can't even count. Is there any maintenance I should do? I want it to continue spinning as smoothly as possible for it's life.

I understand you can oil the gears but I'm not sure what to use or how to use it... Any help would be appreciated.

[PENN]

Anytime you use your reel in saltwater be sure to give it a good rinse with warm/soap freshwater wash down to remove the saltwater from the reel. Do not use a lot of force because you do not want to push any saltwater into the reel. At the end of every season we recommend having your reel serviced (Oil/Greased). This will keep your reel clean and running smooth.

[USNavy_Angler]

Is this servicing something I can do myself?

[PENN]

Yes, if you feel comfortable about taking the reel apart there's nothing to it. Did you keep the paperwork/owners manual that came with your reel? There are tips in the manual for servicing your reel that are very helpful.

[USNavy_Angler]

I'm certain I kept it, now it's just a matter of finding it.

[PENN]

We have all the part diagrams on our web page if you need them. http://www.pennreels.com/service/exploded-diagrams