[DeTomaso] NPC leaked AA batteries and solution

[David]

That is why I only use Lithium batteries.
Never had one leak.
David Finley

> On Jan 15, 2021, at 2:00 PM, Ken Green via DeTomaso <detomaso at server.detomasolist.com> wrote:
> 
>   I have a $150 inspection light that has been useful:
>   [1]Powerbuilt Digital Video Scope, Inspection Camera, 2.4-Inch Color
>   LCD, 941199 - Walmart.com
>   $169.99
> 
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>   that quit working.  It has a battery drawer with 4 AA batteries.
>   I pulled the drawer out and some of the batteries had leaked.  I am
>   seeing leaking AA and AAA batteries more than I ever recall in the
>   past?
>   Brushed off the corrosion and replaced the batteries, looked OK, still
>   didn't work.
>   Set the empty battery drawer in a backing soda and water mix for maybe
>   3 hours, didn't look different, but the light works now.  I guess a
>   thin layer of corrosion was enough to keep it from working.  Saved
>   $150.
>   Ken
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