howto Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 As in the female ports on laptop/desktop. And the flash devices (male). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phetphet Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Maybe try one of those "Can of air" compressed air dusters, used by computer repairers and photographers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerry123 Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 my suggestion would be to suck out (hoover /cleaner)any debri /dust failing that a small cotton bud dipped in some nail varnish cleaner and very gently wipe area clean the areas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Have never had the urge myself - as they slide together expect most dirt will be removed with use. Have never seen anyone report issues from dirt but admit for TV sets do use pigtail units to avoid frequent usage causing damage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 my suggestion would be to suck out (hoover /cleaner)any debri /dust failing that a small cotton bud dipped in some nail varnish cleaner and very gently wipe area clean the areas That I would not. Nail varnish cleaner is acetone, which might be aggressive to certain plastic materials. I would not risk. I would stick to usual "glass/screen cleaners". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Mega Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 I wouyld buy a can of contact cleaner and give them a blast. then blow them out with a can of compressed air. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMA_FARANG Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 my suggestion would be to suck out (hoover /cleaner)any debri /dust failing that a small cotton bud dipped in some nail varnish cleaner and very gently wipe area clean the areas That I would not. Nail varnish cleaner is acetone, which might be aggressive to certain plastic materials. I would not risk. I would stick to usual "glass/screen cleaners". glass/screen cleaners". Correct.....then moisten the end of a Q-tips with that liquid and CAREFULLY wipe any dirt out of the port/connectors area. Then let it dry to evaporate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicog Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Get on of those CD Cleaning kits with the spray, and then Q-tips as above. But be gentle of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 I would be wary of spraying anything into the port. As above Windex or CD cleaner (rubbing alcohol) on a Q-tip should do the trick. If really corroded the fine side of one of Wifey's nail boards will fit, but be very gentle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeniau96 Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 The contacts themselves are gold so little cleaning needed, contact cleaner spray and maybe Q-tips. The frame may get a bit rusty but not really have much effect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Somtamnication Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 (edited) How I do it: Lightly dampen a glass cleaner cloth ( like those that come with glasses ) with blue alcohol or windex. Wrap once around a broken tweezer and simply slide it left to right. Qtips are ok for in between keys on the keyboard, but they do leave cotton everywhere. If anyone wants sexual advice, please contact Hans or Livinginkata. Edited November 7, 2015 by Somtamnication Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyberfarang Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 This is the kiddo (Kloud contact cleaner) works like magic. Just spray directly onto the parts that require cleaning. I buy mine from the Amorn centre. Check for your branch, http://www.amorngroup.com/en/branch.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torrens54 Posted November 7, 2015 Share Posted November 7, 2015 Try using a small tooth brush. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WorriedNoodle Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 I find some of my USB connectors get rusty - and some don't? No hope for the rusty ones I suppose? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Somtamnication Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 Could be a miriad of things. Near a beach? Shitty components? Alcohol should clean it ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyberfarang Posted November 8, 2015 Share Posted November 8, 2015 I find some of my USB connectors get rusty - and some don't? No hope for the rusty ones I suppose? For rusty electrical connectors lightly rub with a piece of sandpaper or one of those cardboard sandpaper lined ladies nail buffers (pictured) that can be trimmed to fit. Once sanded spray with Kloud contact cleaner or wipe with alcohol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
howto Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 Thanks for the replies,This is what I've done in the past.Tools: - a vac/hoover - paintbrush, (from childens watercolors) - isopropol alcohol (blue) - popsicle sticks, 2 (new) (square the ends) - scotchbrite cloth, (not sandpaper!)On the Female ports:: - vac the port while using the paintbrush - use a pop-stick, soaked in alcohol. On male ports:: - scotchbrite the external till bright, - vac, then alcohol, then, - pop-stick ((* This one must be scraped down with a razor, otherwise it is too thick, I used a bench vice and a razor blade. Razor at a 90 angle and scrape.)) - use the pop-stick, soaked in alcohol. DONT'S - do not use acetone (nail polish remover/paint thinner) - do not use an emory board (wifes nail file) those contacts are very thin gold plated, not solid. - I do not suggest the use of a 'contact cleaner' until one knows what chemical which is used. An ounce of prevention is better than a pound of cure. Back home, I could get dummy plugs for all types of ports. Can't find them here, well that was 4 years ago. cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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