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Re: [Digital BW] Epson 1200 BANGING sound? HELP!

2003-07-29 by Peter Marquis-Kyle

Keith R. wrote:
> Don't use wd-40 to lubricate the rod!

I agree. WD-40 is not intended as a lubricant.

A tiny amount of sewing machine oil does the trick. I wipe the rod with
a clean soft cloth (old handkerchief), then apply the oil to the rod
with a cotton bud.

I'll say it again: A tiny amount is enough.

Peter Marquis-Kyle
www.marquis-kyle.com.au

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