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LIST OF 2000+ USES
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• Removes glue from copper foil during stained glass
production
• Removes grease from lunch boxes
• Removes gunk from book bags
• Removes gunk from cooler doors
• Removes gunk from lace hoops on work boots
• Removes ink from rollers in printing press
• Removes ink stains from leather
• Removes marks-a-lot ink from most items
• Removes oil from hands
• Removes oil stains from nylon
• Removes paint from dungarees
• Removes paint from shoes
• Removes paint from windows
• Removes permanent marker from dry erase boards
• Removes petroleum stains from clothing
• Removes pine pitch from table saw blades
• Removes roong tar from shoes
• Removes rust from dog tags
• Removes rust from les
• Removes rust from metal table legs
• Removes rust from old keys
• Removes rust from rollers on storage shed door
• Removes rust from stainless steel vault doors
• Removes scuff marks from walkie-talkies
• Removes spray paint from reflectorized street markers
• Removes squeak from dental chairs
• Removes stains from coffee cups
• Removes surgical tape from hospital bed rails
• Removes tape marks from dry erase boards
• Removes tar and asphalt from soles of shoes
• Removes tar from feet
• Removes tar from hands
• Removes transparent tape from x-ray machines
• Renews dried-up ink on adding machine ink rollers
• Softens rubber O-ring
• Spray a little on the tips of “dead” ball point pens to
rejuvenate them
• Spray bottoms of storage containers to prevent sticking
to shelves
• Spray chalk lines drawn on asphalt to keep them from
washing away in the rain
• Spray chisels for smooth cutting
• Spray in a box of nails to keep them fresh and rust-free
• Spray locking rods of portable re proof safes to keep
them operating freely
• Spray on bed liners to keep rebar from sticking
• Spray on main valve for pond pumps to check for a tight
seal
• Spray on paint before scraping to make paint come off
easier
• Spray on rag and wipe exterior to help keep CPR
mannequins well-kept
• Spray on sewer vent cover to keep it from freezing shut
• Spray on swing blade for smoother cutting
• Spray on the inside of Victaulic pipe clamps for easier
application of anti-seize
• Spray on workbench to keep glue from sticking
• Spray pegs in peg board for easy adjustment
• Spray stainless steel tables (used to collect/pack sh) to
prevent “pits” from rusting
• Stops squeak of calculator tape register
• Stops squeaks on add-ons to police gun belt
• Stops squeaks on gears of hydraulic chairs
• Stops squeaks on metal library book carts
• Stops squeaks on papercutters
• Stops squeaks on shopping cart wheels
• Stops squeaks on sliding keyboard holder
• Stops squeaks on web gear (pistol belt) during army
maneuvers
• Stops the squeaky noise from x-ray lm cartridges
• Use a full can for a nifty paperweight
• Use as a cutting oil when drilling
• Use as a tapping lubricant
• Use as cutting uid when drilling copper
• Use can to prop open windows
• Use for science project on rust prevention
• Use full cans for bookends
• Use on chair ttings to reduce noise
• Use to unstick telephone buttons
• Wipe across heavy laminates to make cutting easier
• Works well for dissolving thread lock compound
• Removes gunk and protects control panel boards
• Removes gunk from ballast oil off tile oors (be sure to
wipe oor clean after using WD-40)
• Dissolves butyl caulk
• Lubricates handle of heavy-duty ingredient mixers
• Removes dried garbage from trash compactor wheels
• Removes hydraulic uid from Lear jets
• Spray copper wire before applying rubber insulation with
glue to allow lines to slide easier
• Spray electronic TV circuit boards to prevent oxidation
before installation
• Stops squeak from dental chairs
• Lubricates vinyl records to prevent skipping
• Lubricates wheels on power wheelchairs
• Removes gunk and protects blower fans
• Removes gunk and protects porthole dogs
• Removes gunk and shines magnetic tape
• Removes gunk from ashtrays
• Removes gunk from battery chargers
• Removes gunk from cell phone battery connections
• Removes gunk from cell phones
• Removes gunk from clogged propane nozzles
• Removes gunk from cup holders
• Removes dust from articial owers
• Removes grease pencil from ceramic tile
• Removes gum from door sills
• Removes gum from turtle shells
• Removes gunk from gummed up soap trays
• Removes gunk from electrical contacts
• Removes gunk from lock cylinder pins and plugs when
re-keying lock
• Removes mastic off ceramic and marble oor tiles (be sure
to wipe oor clean after using WD-40)
• Removes gunk from music racks
• Removes gunk from oil burner parts
• Removes gunk from outdoor electrical relay contacts
• Removes gunk from reusable air lter elements
• Removes rust from metal exterior of speakers
• Removes rust off Santa’s sleigh runners
• Removes rust from rusty jewelry
• Removes salt-impregnated ice from the soles of Doc
Marten boots
• Removes smoke stains
• Removes gunk from stainless steel ashtrays
• Removes tar from rubber water hoses
• Removes gunk from transmission valve body parts
• Removes gunk from tuner controls on AM/FM boat radios
to eliminate static when tuning
• Removes gunk from vacuum cleaner dials
• Removes water stains from outboard motor
• Removes gunk from wire rims on glasses
• Removes gunk, protects and lubricates metal buckles on
snow gear
• Conditions synthetic rubber to make slicing easier
• Creates pretty rainbow formations when applied to empty
aquariums
• Drives moisture from antenna connectors
• Drives moisture from bird bath heaters
• Drives moisture from boat trailer lights
• Drives moisture from gyro compasses
• Drives moisture from pocket watches
• Drives out moisture from ashlights
• Eases assembly of intricate devices when light oil is
needed
• Frees rusted hinges on re alarm box
• Frees stuck hands from narrow bars and railings
(stairwells)
• Frees stuck intercom buttons on apartment security
systems
• Frees stuck purse latches
• Helps remove gunk and messes from crevices and holes
in clunker van
• Helps remove gunk from metal surfaces
• Helps remove rust from wire shelves
• Helps x watches
• Helps remove candle soot from glass containers
• Helps remove ood water marks from cedar paneling
• Helps remove skid marks from concrete
• Helps seal gaskets
• Helps separate dual layer projection TV screen so that
outer screen can be replaced without damaging the inner
screen
• Keeps jack from sticking on c-band satellite systems
• Keeps pendants from sticking to clasps on necklaces
• Keeps winch cable lubricated and gunk-free
• Loosens rusted blower motor from blower wheel
• Loosens screws in watch bands to enable link removal
• Loosens stuck joints on rusted light trees
• Loosens stuck screws on overhead projectors
• Lubricate snap swivels on dog runs
• Lubricates adjustment knobs on overhead projectors
• Lubricates and stops squeaks on folding animal cages
• Lubricates auger blades and discharge chute of snow
blower
• Lubricates blades on Flowbee hair cutting system
• Lubricates chain on scrubber machines
• Lubricates apper in vent shield on gas meter
• Lubricates ashlight battery compartment to ease
removal of stuck batteries
• Lubricates hamster play wheel
• Lubricates hinges on antique smoking stand
• Lubricates hospital sterilizer doors
• Lubricates lift shaft of sump pumps
• Lubricates metal fasteners on corsets
• Lubricates oil lter gasket
• Lubricates onion ring breader machine
• Lubricates pulley on sump pump
• Lubricates recoil starter on snow blower
• Lubricates roof ventilation turbines
• Lubricates rotating coffee shop chair
• Lubricates rubber insulation around storm doors
• Lubricates screen channels upon installation of rubber
bead
• Lubricates slide locks
• Lubricates sliding battery covers for easy removal
• Lubricates sliding tracks on French doors
• Lubricates the threads of coax/antenna connectors on
amateur radio antennas
• Lubricates volume control on hearing aids
• Lubricates wood screw for easier installation
• Preventative maintenance on Christmas decorations
before storage
• Prevents metal components on Christmas decorations
from rusting
• Prevents rust and discoloration on lids of jars of canned
fruits and vegetables (ensure jar sealed tightly)
• Prevents rust from forming on washing machines
• Protects exposed metal parts on snow blowers
• Protects powder coated metal
• Protects shellsh rakes from rust
• Protects silver from blackening
• Protects wrought iron from rust
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