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W1708 Owner's Manual (Mfg. 10/07+)
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Cleanup
ALWAYS work in well-
ventilated areas far from
possible ignition sources
when using solvents to
clean machinery. Many
solvents are toxic when
inhaled or ingested. Use
care when disposing
of waste rags and
towels to be sure they
DO NOT create fire or
environmental hazards.
The unpainted surfaces of your machine are
coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that
prevents corrosion during shipment and storage.
This rust preventative has been your machine's
close ally and guardian since it left the factory.
If your machine arrived to you free of rust, then
be thankful that the rust preventative protected
it during its journey...and try to stay thankful as
you clean it off, because it can be challenging
to remove if you are unprepared and impatient.
Plan on spending some time cleaning your
machine. The time you spend doing this will
reward you with smooth sliding parts and a
better appreciation for the proper care of your
machine's unpainted surfaces.
Although there are many ways to successfully
remove the rust preventative, these instructions
walk you through what works well for us.
Before cleaning, gather the following:
• Disposable Rags
• Cleaner/degreaser
• Safety glasses & disposable gloves
NEVER clean with gasoline
or other petroleum-
based solvents. Most have
low flash points, which
make them extremely
flammable. A risk of
explosion and burning
exists if these products
are used. Serious personal
injury may occur if this
warning is ignored!
Note:
In a pinch, automotive degreasers, mineral
spirits or WD•40 can be used to remove rust pre-
ventative. Before using these products, though,
test them on an inconspicuous area of your paint
to make sure they will not damage it.
Basic steps for removing rust preventative:
1.
Put on safety glasses and disposable gloves.
2.
Coat all surfaces that have rust
preventative with a liberal amount of your
cleaner/degreaser and let them soak for
few minutes.
3.
Wipe off the surfaces. If your cleaner/
degreaser is effective, the rust
preventative will wipe off easily.
Note:
To clean off thick coats of rust
preventative on flat surfaces, such as
tables, use a PLASTIC paint scraper to
scrape off the majority of the coating
before wiping it off with your rag. (Do not
use a metal scraper or you may scratch
your machine.)
4.
Repeat
Steps 2–3
as necessary until clean,
then coat all unpainted surfaces with a
quality metal protectant to prevent rust.
NOTICE
Avoid chlorine-based solvents, such as ace-
tone or brake parts cleaner that may dam-
age painted surfaces. Always follow the
manufacturer’s instructions when using any
type of cleaning product.
