Cleaning
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Degreasing new metallic gear
Sodium hydroxide (NaOH, lye, strong caustic) is the industry best practice for degreasing new stainless steel gear.[1] For this purpose you only need a 3-5% solution (hot). You need to wear safety glasses, and quickly wash your skin if you get any on you.