Jim Yanik wrote:
wrote in
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I have a remote for a VCR that was not being used. The batteries
leaked and left corosion on the contacts inside. (Alkaline
batteries). The contacts are not deteriorated, but are corroded.
What is the best way to clean them, and neutralize any chemical
reaction to prevent further damage?
Any tips?
Thanks
Mark
Household vinegar.
(a mild acid to neutralize the alkaline battery electrolyte)
Since the plating has probably been eaten away,the exposed spring metal
will oxidize.Perhaps a light coating of Vaseline will help there.
An ink eraser like you find on the end of stick-pens sometimes (like a
pencil eraser but a bit grittier) is like the ideal tool for cleaning
connections, and this is no exception. I also deliver a shot of WD-40
afterwards to clean off the loose crud and provide some further
anti-oxidation. (i also use WD-40 as control-cleaner for electronics
when i don't have the real stuff handy, seems to work OK).
I find that Duracells leak more than Everready or Fuji cells.
I no longer use Duracells.
I found that Rayovacs leak more than Eveready or Duracell.
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Jim Yanik
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