Wet cloth used to wipe surge protector - is my PC OK?

[tempstar]

Hi,

Someone used a wet cloth to wipe my surge protector, where my PC and monitor was plugged in. It is now a day later and everything seems to be working. Should I replace the surge protector in case some water got in it? Or am I OK as long as everything turns on?

Thanks!

 

[jitpublisher]

If is was submerged under water, or lay someplace where it literally was soaking wet for several hours, replace it. Wiping it off with a wet cloth and allowing it to dry for a day before you use it should be no problem.

 

[ghnader hsmithot]

Actually surge protectors auto switch off.I once got water in my surge protect, nothing at all happenend.If it is working the next day your pc is still in very good condition.

 

[jaguarskx]

Yer fine.

Just don't drop it into a washing machine or dish washing machine to clean it.

 

[westom]

Someone used a wet cloth to wipe my surge protector, where my PC and monitor was plugged in. ... Should I replace the surge protector in case some water got in it?

How does water cause a voltage increase? It doesn't. Electronics can be washed in a dishwasher as long as it can also be dried. We wash electronics in a dishwasher after manufacturing. The power strip must be dry so that it does not harm itself - does not draw too much current. Excessive voltage is necessary to harm the monitor or computer. How does water cause a voltage increase? It doesn't.