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Originally Posted by MattW
Had everything go under in Katrina (way under). Spray all of your power tools with WD-40 or penetrating oil as soon as possible and allow to dry for at least a week before plugging them in. You should be able to save everything besides the battery charger (circuit boards are toast). For the gas powered stuff do exactly what jdm4x4 explained. I let everything dry out (watch out for rust and corrosion) and replaced the fluids. I ran them for 5 minutes and changed the oil again (looked like chocolate milk due to moisture). Spray all bearings really well, they seem to be the weak link. Quality tools make a difference. Only lost a cheap drill and a cheap chainsaw. Everything is still running years later. Had electrical problems with a riding lawn mower because the battery was attached when it went under. Had to replace all the positive wires and fuses, but it is fine now.
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No disrespect but as long as a circuit board Is dry it WILL BE OK!!
I have pressure washed a television and let it dry I'm watching it now???
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