track cleaner

[airtrain]

   I posted this once before and got no responses. Hopefully this time I can get a company response.  I'm new to the forum and returning to the hobby after 25 years away. Oh boy, how things have changed. I received a Bachman 16301 M.O.W. tank car track cleaner for Christmas with no instructions on how to use it. My first question is do I use this dry or with track cleaner fluid? I used it dry and it really helped on my 25 year old track but got dirty very quickly. Is there a way to clean the pad or do I need to replace it. Replacements seem a bit costly if needed every time it gets dirty. I would appreciate any help anyone has on the best way to use this car. Thanks in advance.

[WoundedBear]

Use it dry, like you did. That is proper.

To clean the pad......slide it out of it's holder and put it in the dishwasher.

Sid

[Bucksco]

You can use the pad dry. I have on occasion used a few drops of Bachmann track cleaning fluid on them if there is a buildup of dirt on the track. Just clean the pad off with soap and water - I use an old toothbrush to scrub them off.

[Trainman203]

A big pink pencil eraser is great for spot cleaning around switches. 

[airtrain]

Thanks everyone for the info. It seems I have been using it correctly. Just for the record it does a very good job of cleaning my track and now that I know how to clean the pad it should do even better. Thanks again.

Dave