Posted by Gene E. Bloch on 03/27/07 23:07

On 3/27/2007, djimbo posted this:
> "Gene E. Bloch" <spamfree@nobody.invalid> wrote in message
> news:mn.bb767d73a75bbc59.1980@nobody.invalid...
>> I like the idea of disassembling the unit and cleaning the contacts, but
>> it's not everyone's cup of tea. It seems odd that a control only a few
>> months old would have that problem, though.
>
> The usual cause of remote problems is drink (anything from tea/coffee through
> to beer/wine) spilled on the front and quickly wiped off in the hope that all
> will be well.
> The problem is, all is usually well until it a few days later when it dries
> out and leaves suger to short bits out.
> I too liked the clean it out idea, I've done thousands, although getting into
> some can be tricky.
> Only attempt this if you're sure some buttons aren't functioning, as
> previously described.
>
> Strangely no-one is ever responsible for the sticky gunge found inside.

The famous "Not Me" :-)

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