Penpal83 Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Still waiting for Maggie's (milli) legs to come. I am looking at the dvd and see that they use wd40 for cleaning the hook. I don't like the stuff. Does anyone have a subsitute... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted August 29, 2007 Report Share Posted August 29, 2007 Is it the smell or why do you not like it..... This really is the best for getting out the grim that builds up behind the hook assembly. There is a bit of grit in there and that is why it works so well. This must be followed up with a good quality sewing machine oil, but you already know that. You asked if there was anything else....I don't have that answer, as I never questioned what was told me, by not only the APQS tech's, but also my technical hubby. Mark or Amy will answer you, but if they don't jump in here, call them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linda S Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 I don't think there's much of a substitute for WD40. It's a great cleaner and keeps things moving freely. Linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrna Ficken Posted August 30, 2007 Report Share Posted August 30, 2007 Remember WD40 is a solvent for cleaning, not a lubricant so after using it wipe it out really well the oil well. Myrna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penpal83 Posted August 31, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2007 Thanks yeah it is the smell. It makes my stomach turn. I see it's for cleaning so a silicone spray won't work. I guess ill just have to suck it up and use a closepin on my nose. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CucumberQuilting Posted August 31, 2007 Report Share Posted August 31, 2007 I don't know what the world did before WD40. Sort of like Duct Tape, gotta have it. Everyone in my family has allergies and sentitivities (all of us to different things) so I know what you are talking about. You may want to take heed of your nose and wear a mask when using this product. Keep one of those white painting masks hanging near your machine and use it whenever you need to clean your machine. No sense breathing this stuff in if it bothers you. I also keep an air filter running in my studio all the time to help keep down the dust and lint. Judging by how often it needs to be cleaned, I know it really makes a difference. Breathe Free! ~~ Eva H. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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