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Question posted by garbopp on May 19th, 2014

Cleaning Flex Tubes

do i need to remove flex tubes to clean or what needs to be done to clean properly

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on May 19th, 2014 11:18 AM
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Clean Tube Nest Detergent Cleaning: Remove tube nest and hose down with forceful stream of clean water. Soak tube nest in strong solution of laundry detergent (such as Cheer) and warm water. Hose down again.

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