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-----Original Message-----
From: Michael D. Porter <mdporter@rt66.com>
To: Jack Levy <jack@cocoinc.com>
Date: Sunday, November 08, 1998 9:17 PM
Subject: Re: Parts washer
>Jack Levy wrote:
>>
>> Is it safe to run straight gas on those parts washers with the electric
>> pumps in them? It says to use "pretroleum based solvents with a flash
>> temperature greater than 105 degrees".
>
>I wouldn't.
>
>Cheers.
I found this.
The flash point is the temperature at which the substance produces a vapor
that can ignite.
Substance Flash Point Intended Use
Gasoline -45 degrees F. Fueling an engine ONLY
Acetone 0 degrees F. Nail polish remover, solvent
Turpentine 95 degrees F. Paint thinner, brush cleaner
Mineral spirits 104 degrees F. Paint thinner, brush cleaner
Charcoal lighter 160 degrees F. Starter fluid for grills
Some mineral-oil 160 degrees F. Multi-purpose remover/solvent products
Guess I answered my own question, what should I use then?
Jack
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