07/10/2026
How do I deep-clean my chain and re-apply the Hot Wax?
1. Remove the chain from the bike and submerge it in approximately 400-500 ml of boiling water with one 30 ml sachet of Sq**rt Biodegradable Bike Cleaner Super Concentrate.
2. Agitate the chain for 5–10 minutes while the water is boiling. The boiling water helps melt and remove the bulk of the old wax, while the cleaner lifts and encapsulates the remaining dirt and contamination from the chain. If the water was found to be very dirty, repeat this step.
3. Rinse the chain thoroughly with clean water, then dry it as much as possible using compressed air or a clean microfibre cloth.
4. Follow this with a quick 60-second rinse in isopropyl alcohol (IPA). A simple method is to place the chain in a wide-mouthed drinking bottle or glass jar with a lid, add enough IPA to cover the chain, shake the container vigorously, then remove the chain and allow it to dry.
Standard Application Steps
Once your chain is completely clean, degreased and dry, proceed with the melting process:
5. Thread the clean chain onto a swishing wire for easy handling.
6. Pour your wax into a suitable melting pot or slow cooker.
7. Add the chain to the pot and heat until the wax reaches 93–95°C (200–203°F). Do not exceed 100°C.
8. Turn off the pot and gently agitate the chain in the molten wax for 3–5 minutes so the chain and wax equalize in temperature for full internal pe*******on.
9. Remove the chain, hang it to cool for ~20 minutes, and manually flex the links before installation.
The remaining IPA can be retained for future rinses. Any dirt or contamination from the rinse will settle to the bottom of the jar in time, allowing the clearer IPA above it to be decanted into a second container for reuse. When using IPA, work in a well-ventilated area and keep it away from heat, sparks and open flames.
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