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Tezzbuzz Desk- Charging your mobile after it gets wet in water can prove costly. If moisture reaches inside the phone, the risk of short circuit, motherboard damage and battery damage increases. In such a situation, first of all switch off the phone and let it dry safely.

It is common for mobile phones to get wet during the rainy season. Many times the phone remains out of the pocket, and sometimes it falls into water. In such a situation, people get nervous and start switching on or charging the phone immediately. But this haste can cause permanent damage to the mobile.

Why should one avoid charging a wet phone?

There are many small electronic circuits and sensitive parts inside the mobile. When water or moisture comes in contact with them, the path of current can change. Installing a charger increases the risk of short circuit. This can damage the motherboard, charging port and battery of the phone. Therefore, instead of charging the phone after it gets wet, it is important to let it dry completely first.

If your phone falls into water, do this immediately

• Take the phone out of the water immediately.
• If the phone is on then switch it off.
• Remove the cover and other accessories of the mobile.
• If possible, remove the SIM card and memory card.
• Avoid shaking or shaking the phone vigorously.
• Do not insert a pin, cloth or any sharp object into the charging port.
• Keep the phone in a dry and ventilated place.

Avoid checking the phone by turning it on again and again. The moisture present inside can damage the electronic circuits.

Is it safe to keep a wet phone in rice?

The method of keeping the phone in a rice box is quite popular, but it is not considered the safest solution. Small particles of rice can get stuck in the charging port, speaker and other parts. Instead keep the phone in a dry and ventilated place at normal room temperature. If silica gel packets are available, they can be kept near the phone. However, do not try to put silica gel inside the port of the phone.

Avoid hair dryer and strong sunlight

Do not use hair dryer, heater or strong sunlight to dry the wet phone quickly. Excessive heat can cause damage to the screen, battery and internal parts. Let the phone dry in natural air. One should also avoid heating it, shaking it or blowing forcefully, as this can cause water to reach other parts inside.

After how much time should I turn on the phone?

It is better to keep the phone switched off for at least 24 to 48 hours. During this time, do not try to charge it or check it by turning it on again and again. If the phone has fallen into excessive water, it would be safer to take it to the service center. Even after completely drying, if the phone does not turn on, does not charge, starts getting hot or the speaker sounds bad, then instead of opening the phone yourself, seek help from an authorized service center.

Pay special attention to these things

If the phone is dropped in the sea, swimming pool or dirty water, the risk of damage may increase further. In such cases mere drying may not be sufficient. The phone should be taken to the service center for technical checkup as soon as possible. Remember, patience is the most important thing with a mobile phone soaked in water. Instead of immediately charging or heating the phone, turning it off and drying it safely is the best way to protect it from major damage.