17 Dec
2001
17 Dec
'01
2:41 a.m.
Johnny,
Vacuum cleaning is much more "dangerous" for a PCB than washing it.
Pete made a very good point, one I had forgotten, the static charge created
by dust moving through an insulated (plastic) pipe can generate some
obscene voltages.
Remember the old science experiment involving the comb generating static
electricity? That voltage is enough to wipe nearly the entire board.
Like I said before, don't take my word for it. Take an old, dirty board
that you know works, and run it through the dishwasher. Dot use the plate
warmer or drying functions. At the end of the cycle, remove it, shake it
off, and allow it to dry for several days (hang it up). Plug it back in -
it'll work.
And it'll look nearly new.....
- Matt
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I am appalled that anyone would seriously
consider putting any electronic
equipment, much less antiques, in a dishwasher.
I'll have to agree.
It may be alright to (gently!) vaccuum away dust
and deteriorated foam
rubber, although a feather duster may be more appropriate. I would not
risk anything else, and certainly not insert anything (including water or
alcohol) under the plexiglass shield protecting the core.
Vacuum cleaning (gently!) is about the only thing I'd recommend.
Exterior cleaning can be considered harmless, but have very little to do
with functionality as well. Clean to your hearts content, as long as you
stay on the outside.
Johnny
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