02-08-2019, 02:40 PM
I used to use kerosene and an ol' men's cotton t-shirt. Apply kerosene and wipe off. Safe on the o-rings. I do this maybe twice a year, or more if it appears necessary.
Process time: About 60 seconds.
Lately I have been doing the same, but with WD-40. It is okay to use and a bit more convenient because it lubricates too. The gravity-fed chain auto-oiler does the rest.
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The issue with detergent-based cleaners is possible environment impact. If that is important - for example the resultant run-off into your family vegetable garden - then that something to re-consider.
Process time: About 60 seconds.
Lately I have been doing the same, but with WD-40. It is okay to use and a bit more convenient because it lubricates too. The gravity-fed chain auto-oiler does the rest.
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The issue with detergent-based cleaners is possible environment impact. If that is important - for example the resultant run-off into your family vegetable garden - then that something to re-consider.