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Old 08-15-11, 02:41 PM
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Default Cleaning AC UV dye

I Used some UV dye in my AC system to look for a small leak. It turns out that the leak is on top of the receiver dryer, so the "O" ring will need to be replaced. Thing is that it's now full of UV dye in that area, and I would like to clean it up after it's repaired so that I can see if the leak actually stopes.

Question is, what common household chemical can I use to get rid of the dye at the place where it leaked out. This stuff seems to be permanent

Thanks,

Phil

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tried brake cleaner?
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tried brake cleaner?
Good idea. I'll try it

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Thanks LiCelsior,

I tried your idea of brake cleaner today, and it worked perfectly.

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haha no problem Phil. brake cleaner cleans almost everything.
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