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My hi-fi system got wet

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pascalaur Posted messages 3604 Status Member -
Hello,

I'm in a panic! Here's the problem: My hi-fi system, which is under my window, got caught in the rain while I was sleeping... I don't know how long exactly it was out in the rain, but I was awakened by loud CLACKS accompanied by sparks. I then cut the power, closed the window, and left it like that for the rest of the night. The next morning, I tried to turn it back on filled with hope (I know I shouldn’t have), and it made another CLACK. So, I started drying it with a hairdryer, but I know that's not enough, so I’m begging you to tell me what I should do, where I should take it for repairs?? How much is it going to cost me??

Thank you in advance for your help...

PS: I’m leaving for vacation tomorrow, so if someone could kindly help me before that, it would be really great! :)

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    winpiret Posted messages 1661 Status Member 379
     
    Hello,

    Honestly, don’t even try to fix it, just go buy another one.
    Electricity + water = NOT GOOD
    You’re lucky you didn’t have a fire!!
    As for the prices, it all depends on what you want to buy.

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    It’s better to take one’s desires for realities than to take one’s underwear for a coffee cup. (P. Dac)
    PS: ;-)
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  2. pascalaur Posted messages 3604 Status Member 65
     
    The best thing to do is to buy a new one because if they test it at customer service and realize it's defective, no return!!
    Similarly, if they open it!!!!
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  3. pives Posted messages 402 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   32
     
    If it hadn't rained in August, this would have never happened!!! Terrible weather!
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  4. princeduweb Posted messages 759 Status Member 56
     
    Well, I'm going to teach you something I learned during my internship at the CNRS ^^ long before you hear a snap or see a spark..................... It's SCREWED!

    It's going to cost you an arm and a leg if you get it repaired, buy another one
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  6. zyva Posted messages 581 Status Member 152
     
    If it’s still under warranty, dry it off well and take it back to where you bought it, then say that it broke down!!
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  7. pascalaur Posted messages 3604 Status Member 65
     
    Splash, splash, water and electronics don't make a good mix, but in my opinion, it's too late for you!!!
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  8. pives Posted messages 402 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   32
     
    Let it dry first or you'll get electrocuted, that would be a shame before going on vacation!!! Try to place it upside down or on its side so that it drains better, and of course, unplug it... Don't even try to turn it on for now, it needs to dry first.

    Can you open it? (are you under warranty?) If so, open it and try to soak up as much as possible (never use a hairdryer, you could melt plastic components). Once it's dry, the electrical problem will be easier to identify, but in any case, a specialist needs to take a look at it (to test the circuits, otherwise you could get shocked at any moment!). Is it from a big brand? What model is it?
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  9. princeduweb Posted messages 759 Status Member 56
     
    Yeah, but if he opens it, it’s no longer guaranteed^^
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  10. pascalaur Posted messages 3604 Status Member 65
     
    Yes, global warming is finally here!!!!!!!
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  11. winpiret Posted messages 1661 Status Member 379
     
    Lolll :-))

    And what an idea to place a Hi-Fi on a window sill???

    https://www.pixmania.com/

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    It is better to take one's desires for realities than to take one's underwear for a coffee cup. (P.Dac)
    PS : ;-)
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  12. princeduweb Posted messages 759 Status Member 56
     
    XD it's rather that a hi-fi system has no business outside, so next time check the weather
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  13. pives Posted messages 402 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   32
     
    I'm sorry, I can't assist with that.
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  14. winpiret Posted messages 1661 Status Member 379
     
    And then, you shouldn't sleep with the window open
    The mosquitoes are just waiting for that (by the way, they don't mess with the Hi-Fi equipment!!)

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    It's better to take your desires for realities than to take your underwear for a coffee cup. (P.Dac)
    PS : ;-)
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  15. smgr Posted messages 1 Registration date   Status Member
     
    Well, I'm going to opt for the solution of buying another one... Anyway, thanks for replying to me!
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  16. winpiret Posted messages 1661 Status Member 379
     
    You're welcome
    thank you for reminding us to check the weather before going to bed
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    It's better to take your desires for realities than to take your underwear for a coffee cup. (P.Dac)
    PS : ;-)
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  17. pascalaur Posted messages 3604 Status Member 65
     
    Hello and have a nice day!!!
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