puzzled to say the least

.....I will spray all the connections with that fluid

Just in case anyone wants to source the spray cleaner:-

http://www.maplin.co.uk/contact-cleaner-4153

.....and if you want another useful item whilst in the shop... "Silicone Spray":-

http://www.maplin.co.uk/multi-purpose-s ... ease-29006

..... I always have both grease and spray available (and the cleaner) ....... even when at Macon ..... just in case!!!