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Clean Harmonica

Posted by: Frazellie (---.dynamic.dsl.as9105.com)

Date: April 16, 2011 02:09PM

Just pulled my harp out of the washing machine, must have been in the pocket of my jeans...

still plays in tune..

looks shiny and new...

tastes of soap..

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Re: Clean Harmonica

Posted by: EarthDogHarpin (---.sub-174-255-224.myvzw.com)

Date: April 16, 2011 03:54PM

Rinse it! Rinse it! Rinse it! And rinse it some more! Don't breath in soapy tasting mist into your lungs! If you can taste any soap, even if only a hint of it, rinse it under gently running water again. As many times, for as long as it takes, under *gently* running water.

Breathing in an emulsifier (soap) into your lungs could be detrimental to you. And its an easy problem to fix. :-) (voice of experience).

Be sure and tap your harp out after rinsing it, before you test draw. If its a wood comb, let it dry completely.

Then get back to playing!

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Re: Clean Harmonica

Posted by: Frazellie (---.dynamic.dsl.as9105.com)

Date: April 16, 2011 04:50PM

ok, good advice, thanks!

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Re: Clean Harmonica

Posted by: gene (---.dsl.rcsntx.swbell.net)

Date: April 16, 2011 10:35PM

You've got me scared! I'll never take another shower or wash my laundry again! And no more washing my car or my dishes, either!

Post Edited (2011-04-16 18:36:26)

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Re: Clean Harmonica

Posted by: EarthDogHarpin (---.sub-174-253-67.myvzw.com)

Date: April 18, 2011 11:07AM

Well gene, as long as you don't stick your face IN the soapy water and attempt to suck in a deep breath, you'll be just fine. ;-)