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Originally Posted by Willem Fick View Post
Might be too late, but here's how to save an electronic device dropped in water:
  • Remove the battery immediately, if possible, while still submerged.
  • Do not let the device dry out immediately. This causes the deposit of mineral salts on the circuit bourds, leading to short circuits later.
  • If submerged in salt water, place in fresh water for a fe minutes, to help dilute the salt content.
  • Place device in a bath of methylated spirits or isopropyl alcohol.
  • Remove after a few minutes and let it dry naturally.

Good luck!
This, but after rinsing, instead of the alcohol, you can place it in a room with a dehumidifier for 24 hours.

A friend used to have a cleaning service in which they would place electronic devices in hydro sonic water tanks, then just drain and place in the dehumidifier room. Just don't power up until completely dry.

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