Does corrosion kill?

[whitewill_1]

I dont see how to post a pic here but this detector has corrosion all over the control knobs on the inside of the box. Can a detector in this condition still work?

 

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[PA John]

Corrosion kills, breaks down the metal to a non-conductive state. If still wet then causes shorts. Result is a not good. If it is just the potentiometers they can be replaced easily.
If on the boards probably won't last or even start up. Clean with batteries removed, dry for a couple weeks.

Good Luck!

 

[whitewill_1]

Corrosion kills, breaks down the metal to a non-conductive state. If still wet then causes shorts. Result is a not good. If it is just the potentiometers they can be replaced easily.
If on the boards probably won't last or even start up. Clean with batteries removed, dry for a couple weeks.

Good Luck!

Thanks John

 

[whitewill_1]

Thanks John

 

[PA John]

You are missing the silicon, orange, o-ring seal.

Looks like it has had a salt water dunking. You can try replacing the potentiometers then test it out.

Wish you good luck with this one. Doesn't look too good.

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[OBN]

Yes.....Moister pack got damp, caused corrosion..green.............I have seen saltwater turn copper wiring green, black, and a rusty looking powder.