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It will rust only if you let it stay wet. I clean my tray periodically, when it gets too gunked up with cutting residue. It gets to the point where materials will get marked up if I don’t… and a brushing isn’t gonna do it. Also, I get bits of wood all stuck in the tray, which presents a few problems of its own.
This is how I do it and keep it dry. First thing: pick a nice hot sunny day.
- Take a long sturdy tool (I use a blunted heavy nail) and a flashlight and carefully search the comb for any bits of material stuck in the holes. Push the material through the holes, it’ll collect in the bottom of the tray.
- Disassemble the whole thing and wash it as in the post above.
- Use an air compressor or blower to blow the water out of the tray and all its crevices – remove as much water as possible.
- Let the tray sit in the sun to dry thoroughly. Ensure there’s good airflow.
Reassemble and you’re good to go.