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It is inevitable that someiPods will have liquids spilt on them, that they will be thrown accidentally into the washer, or that they will somehow be found in the swimming pool at the end of a party. If you are one of the millions who own an iPod and it somehow gets wet,There are several ways to get it working again.
These might work for you (hopefully ) or if they don't they may prevent it from happening again.
1.First, no matter how your iPod became wet, there are some things that you can do to minimize the damage. The first is to turn the iPod off if it happens to be turned on. For most electronic devices, it is when electricity flows through wet components that damage occurs. The good news about most iPods is that they are ruggedly built, and there is very little space for water to collect. If you spilt some coffee or water on your iPod, shut it off and wipe it quickly before the liquid has a chance to penetrate.
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Now that your iPod has been turned off, the immediate danger is over. You can now start the drying process. Generally speaking, you should allow the device to dry for at least 24 hours. However, if the device got wet in the rain for a short time, a couple of hours should do the trick. For devices that became absolutely soaked - submerged in a pool or deposited in your washing machine - you should first wait a day before turning on the unit. If the unit does not work or works partially, there are three options to get it working again. They include the following:
- Exchange it or have it repaired by Apple.
- Try to repair it on your own.
- Send it to a specialist who fixes iPods damaged by water.
Repair Your Water-Damaged iPod on Your Own
Because your warranty does not cover water damage, you can try to fix the unit by opening it up and trying to dry it out completely. One way to totally dry out your iPod is the Rice Method. Although it is not guaranteed to work, it's well worth a shot.
The Rice MethodTake apart your iPod as best you can. This means opening it up, removing the battery, and gently wiping the parts with a cotton swab and alcohol. Once all the parts have been separated, put them in a plastic bag with dry, uncooked rice. Leave these items in the dry rice for about 24 to 48 hours. It is also a good idea to keep the bag in a dry, warm environment. Once the time has elapsed, put your iPod back together and see if it works.
good luck.
information by one_smart_cookie
taken from Tech FAQ.com
Wiki User
∙ 14y ago
Wiki User
∙ 14y agoPossibly. It really depends on the water damage. Sometimes it is possible to repair, other times you will have to get a whole new iPod Touch.
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bc you dropped it in water idiot
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