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Just put my MP3 player through the washing machine....

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 broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
Pretty much what the title says... I thought I was so organised, throwing my washing in the machine before work this morning (despite a 5.10am start)... just got home and pulled out the clothes... and there it was.

So do I try and start it up now or when it's dry?
Put it through the dryer to warm it up?
Will it recover... if it doesn't, any chance I can get it fixed under warranty?

I know it's not a big deal but I saved for it for ages!!
 grumsta 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:

Def do not try to switch it on now!! And I would not put it through the drier either. The only thing to do with electronics that get wet is leave them somewhere dry for as long as you can hold out then try switching them on. At least a couple of days is probably advisable. You could try opening up the case to dry it out if you are happy doing such things.
 Sandrine 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:

Got a hair dryer?
 owlart 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl: Open it up and take the batteries out, then leave it somewhere to dry out for at least a week. It /might/ then restart happily. I did know someone who put their USB Pen Drive through the washing machine and that survived intact, so there is hope.
 Dominion 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:

Wit a bit of luck it'll be totally solid state, no moving parts, and if you leave it to dry - and I'd say for at least 48 hours - then it will just work.

If it has an removable battery pack, I'd remove that, and also leave the battery compartment open, to facilitate drying.

 BigBrother 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl: As above, don't switch on untill completely dried out. Although as it would have had the battery in you may be out of luck.

How did you buy it? Some credit cards have accident cover for 90 days on all purchases.
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to owlart:


Thanks guys... there is no battery (charge by plugging into my lappie). Is it a ridiculous qn to ask if the music will survive too?

[looks mildly shamefaced at not knowing this]
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to BigBrother:

Erm- with my debit card- does that count??
 grumsta 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:
> (In reply to owlart)
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> Thanks guys... there is no battery (charge by plugging into my lappie). Is it a ridiculous qn to ask if the music will survive too?
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> [looks mildly shamefaced at not knowing this]

Er... it does have a battery but not a battery compartment for disposable batteries

If the player survives then the music should do too.

Was it switched off in your pocket? Better chance if it was.

 owlart 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl: There's no such thing as a ridiculous question, only a question you don't know the answer to! If the player survives, then it's likely that the music will survive too.
 Martin Rogers 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:

I accidentally put one of my mobiles through the wash, the best thing to do is to remove as much of the casing as you can then leave it under the fire on the hearth, assuming you have a gas or electric fire that is <chuckle> with the screen facing down,and leave to dry for perhaps a couple of weeks.

to try and dry it too quick will cause any moisture to condense inside and possibly on the screen which is exactly what you don't want.

Hope all goes well for you
Tony Millar 27 Dec 2007
In reply to owlart:
I work with a geezer who lost a USB stick. It was in the door seal of his washing machine for 3 months!
It works fine!!!
The label is a bit bleached though.

Solid state electronics are amazing. I don't fancy broccoligirl tool's chances with a shorted out battery though....
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to Tony Millar:

Hmmm. Well, the player is thinking about it's options in the airing cupboard. I am hoping that I'm one of the lucky ones.

Thanks all!!
 Dominion 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:

> Hmmm. Well, the player is thinking about it's options in the airing cupboard. I am hoping that I'm one of the lucky ones.

The airing cupboard will probably be fine, but slow - which is probably best.

Are there any screws holding it together? Opening it as much as possible, and letting out as much moisture as you can is best.
 ampfryer 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:
It's probably best to first chuck it in clean ( or preferrably distilled )water a few times to get rid of any contamination before drying..."stuff" can cause shorts and ruin a board but if it's aready been wet then what more damage can a dunk in distilled do?
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to ampfryer:

Surely it was rinsed out with the rest of my clothes? Im loathe to gt it wet again...
 grumsta 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:

Yeah I wouldn't get it wet again personally.
Profanisaurus Rex 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:
> (In reply to owlart)
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> Is it a ridiculous qn to ask if the music will survive too?
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Yes but it will all be Wet Wet Wet...



<coat in hand, exits stage left, to the sound of tumbleweed...>

OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to Masood:
> (In reply to broccoligirl)
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> Yes but it will all be Wet Wet Wet...
> <coat in hand, exits stage left, to the sound of tumbleweed...>

[throws large potato at the retreasting figure of Masood]

...wondered when you'd show up!! How's tricks?
 grumsta 27 Dec 2007
In reply to Masood:

Hahaha - well done!
Profanisaurus Rex 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:

Haha! Where were you earlier? I needed a potato, would have saved me going to the shops... Things are good, you?
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to Masood:


I trust you found some alternative root vegetable? Where was I? Having a bubble bath and reading about a couple doing the Seven Summits. AWESOME. Things are ok, not fab (Dad's unwell) but ok.... are we going to grab Miss Monkey and some others and go climbing at some stage?

In reply to broccoligirl: last week my radio went in the bath with me while it was switched on, its working fine after being left to dry for a couple of days, my computer is still US after having milk poured in it and my Creative Zen mp3 has never worked since it went for a dive - so take your pick of those and keep your fingers crossed
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to Fawksey:
> last week my radio went in the bath with me while it was switched on, its working fine after being left to dry for a couple of days, my computer is still US after having milk poured in it and my Creative Zen mp3 has never worked since it went for a dive - so take your pick of those and keep your fingers crossed

What is it with you and additions to your bathtime?? Pee first, then a live radio....

Hmm- mine is a Creative Zen, perhaps the prognosis isnt too flash
Profanisaurus Rex 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl:

Most definitely. I have a plan (new years' resolution) to get back into climbing, and will definitely be heading away as often as possible, at least once a month I hope. Will keep you informed as to when & where, and happy to give people a lift if needed.
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to Masood:


Cool... might get to meet you this time! I can check and see if flat_eric and mr_swingy might be keen too... maybe Shortbus... Hmmm. FUN!! I can get to use my new quickdraws and slings.... too exciting.
In reply to broccoligirl: if you want a spare charger let me know lol

I liked my zen and using real player but when it went splosh I bought an ipod and have gone completely over to the dark side

though Vodafone are sending me an N95 eight gig mp3 phone which sounds like it will knock spots off my 4 gig nano
 Flicka 27 Dec 2007
In reply to Masood:

<hijack> Are you still up for doing something on New Years Eve/day?</hijack>
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to Fawksey:
> (In reply to broccoligirl) if you want a spare charger let me know lol
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> I liked my zen and using real player but when it went splosh I bought an ipod and have gone completely over to the dark side
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> though Vodafone are sending me an N95 eight gig mp3 phone which sounds like it will knock spots off my 4 gig nano

Charger? Cheers cherub, but I might not jump the gun JUST yet...

I am resisting the iMonopoly but if this player goes t1tsoup then I might look at it- is 8gig enough though? My current one is 8 and now I'm questioning if its enough...
In reply to broccoligirl: Can one ever get enough? (I mean "have" I think)
 Pauline 27 Dec 2007
In reply to broccoligirl: washed the kids ipod... it worked fine... think it got tumble dried too!
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to Fawksey:
> Can one ever get enough? (I mean "have" I think)

I don't think I could ever get enough... are we still talking about hard drives? heehee...


In reply to broccoligirl: aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaargh! shes messing with my mind!!!
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to Fawksey:
> (In reply to broccoligirl) aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaargh! shes messing with my mind!!!

Well that was far too easy! You old blokes, no challenge. LOL.
In reply to broccoligirl:

Just posting so I can check back on this thread in a week and see the result! Good luck!!
OP broccoligirl 27 Dec 2007
In reply to A Longleat Boulderer:
> (In reply to broccoligirl)
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> Just posting so I can check back on this thread in a week and see the result! Good luck!!

Thanks!! Hopefully I'll be wiggly with excitement.
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