Parts Washer Solution?

[72-SS-L48]

I'm in the market for a parts washer. I was just wondering what type of fluid you guys use in your parts washers. I've read people are using everything from dish soap, to simple green, to different types of thinners.

Any thoughts? Also is there a particular solution that is safer than others?

Thanks,
Dave

[TDW]

I have a Saftey-Kleen 25 gallon machine. I bought the machine from them. When it needs a fluid change, I call them and they come rite out. It costs about 70 bucks for a change. They will fill and service any brand of machine if you don't want to buy theirs. That way I don't have to worry about getting rid of the contanimated fluid either.You can give them a call and see what kind of deal they will make you.

[Casey Marks]

I too have the Safety Kleen option - 30 gallon. As stated, they just come out and swap out the guck ... and I mean guck. All fresh and nice for the next time around.

[Chateau Slate 66]

Skip all the "green" options that are out there IMO. I have tried several of them with little or no luck whatsoever.

The only thing that really works is the good old cleaning solution that I believe is still mineral spirits in most cases. I agree that paying for a service to handle the gunk is the best way to go if it fits your budget.

[72-SS-L48]

Thanks for the replies guys. I will look into having a company come and service the system / change the fluid.

Is mineral spirits safe to use in the shop? Is it known for causing cancer or other unwanted illnesses?

Thanks,

Dave

[mockingbird812]

If you use the mineral spirits or other petro based solutions - please, please where appropriate gloves!!

[72-SS-L48]

I was on the Safety Kleen website and I did find that they have a location about 20 minutes away.

What specific solutions do you guys use? I did not see a mineral spirits on their website.

Thanks,
Dave

[TDW]

I use their regular ol cleaning fluid. If I remember correctly, they have 2 different solutions. One is a fast drying that smells a little strong, the other is slow to air dry but smells better. Like said above, use the gloves. I didn't for years. Now if it gets on my hands they dry out real fast.

[Chateau Slate 66]

I just looked at their website as well. Looking at the MSDS sheets, it looks like their "solvent" cleaner option is the one that uses mineral spirits. Perfectly safe if regular safety precautions are taken.

[72-SS-L48]

Great Guys. Thank you!