parts washer fluid questions

We have stuff called "solvent" here,, same as Varsol,, or paint thinner,.. I shy away from the heavy scented fluids like "diesel" just cuz I hate the smell, and the smell goes home with you...

as mentioned adding a little ATF makes it a little easier on the hands if you don't use gloves,..

I found that putting a 1/2 gal or so of water in the bottom lets the "solids" settle and not be re-circulated by the pump,, keeping the fluid cleaner longer...

hope it helps