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Segment timer gets stuck at 13.00
Kernel_Sanders
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Bought a couple of square mains mechanical timers from Asda a while back. The first one packed up (always 'on' whichever segments are depressed) but the other stalls completely at the same time each day. Should I try and squirt WD40 inside or something?
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WD40 is a water dispersant so unlikely to free a mechanical blockage. Take them both back to Asda with the receipt, they should replace them FOC.0
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That was its original purpose, but it has lubrication properties too. Bought maybe two or three years ago, so no refund due. In any case I bought them in a sale (80% off), so would only be due 60p each! Should have got half a dozen.WD40 is a water dispersant so unlikely to free a mechanical blockage. Take them both back to Asda with the receipt, they should replace them FOC.0 -
Kernel_Sanders wrote: »Should I try and squirt WD40 inside or something?
You've got nothing to lose by trying it.0 -
WD40 is non-conductive which is why it is sprayed on HT leads at 30000 volts to displace water.0
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