09-01-2021, 12:01 PM
(This post was last modified: 09-01-2021, 12:04 PM by Murphyv310.)
The biggest issue with remote controls is a reaction from our fingers. You often see a build up of a grease like substance between the pad and PCB. You won't find this on a new remote. Engineers often thought it was liquid spillage from coke or beer. But when your own plays up and you know its history then when it's opened you see the same issue.
As it's not a chemical issue as such the only solvent you use is water and detergent. This method will not remove the conductive coating and unless the remote does have known contamination from coke, beer etc it will cure the issue.
I'm not the only one that cleans them this way, some though won't do it and wrongly say the remote will never work again.
The only exception is ones with a built in back up battery, then you just clean the PCB contacts with a damp cloth not a full immersion in water.
Make sure you always thoroughly wash the pad on both sides and it's a good idea to wash the casing as well.
As it's not a chemical issue as such the only solvent you use is water and detergent. This method will not remove the conductive coating and unless the remote does have known contamination from coke, beer etc it will cure the issue.
I'm not the only one that cleans them this way, some though won't do it and wrongly say the remote will never work again.
The only exception is ones with a built in back up battery, then you just clean the PCB contacts with a damp cloth not a full immersion in water.
Make sure you always thoroughly wash the pad on both sides and it's a good idea to wash the casing as well.
