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Ashtray

Ashtray

Tagged: Alkaline, All Purpose, Ashtray, Degreaser, Safety

Always make sure all butts are cold before disposing of ashes to preclude the possibility of a wastebasket fire. Hold your hand over the ashtray for a few seconds to detect any heat.

 

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To remove sticky tar residues from the ashtray, spray on a generous amount of all-purpose cleaner and let it soak in for several minutes. Wipe the tray clean with a cloth or towel that you intend to discard. Do not use it on any other surface.

 

 

Reference:

 

Don Aslett in The Cleaning Encyclopedia: Your A to Z Illustrated Guide to Cleaning Like the Pros.

Ashtray:  Created on November 3rd, 2009.  Last Modified on December 25th, 2009

 

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