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removing soot caused by fuel oil burning
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A chemical sponge available from a cleaning supply company or some other non-water-based cleaner may be used to clean soot from surfaces.
Paint thinner or rubbing alcohol may work, but use with caution because of toxicity and fumes. Wear rubber gloves, and use ventilation while working.
It may be easier to just replace the insulation covers or paint the covers. After several years, the aluminum is probably already oxidized on the surface.
Paint thinner or rubbing alcohol may work, but use with caution because of toxicity and fumes. Wear rubber gloves, and use ventilation while working.
It may be easier to just replace the insulation covers or paint the covers. After several years, the aluminum is probably already oxidized on the surface.
bastianguy
Automotive
If it's on aluminum it shouldn't be too difficult to remove it. There are many oil removers out there.
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