[Scott Dorsey]

Carey Carlan wrote:

Is there a safe and useful spray or liquid I can apply to temporarily
silence the mechanism without causing any permanent mechanical or cosmetic
damage?

Graphite spray, or powdered teflon spray. Ask at your local auto parts store.
Also useful for noisy stage curtains.

Don't use any oils, because they will attract dirt.
---scott
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