I bought a can of canned air to clean out the inside of my PC before moving. My PC is a big investment for me, I'm a college student with a very limited budget. I used as directed, and heard a crackling sound. Some of the condensing agent got onto my motherboard (and possibly other components), and when I tried to turn it on again the power supply was working, but the motherboard was not responding. There was no warning on the can and it is commonly known as the best way to clean out a PC. I would normally not want to make a big deal out of this, but like I said, my computer is a big investment for me and it will make it hard for me to either go without while I save money or to dip into my savings and buy one now. Help please, any other suggestions are welcome.
2007-12-27 14:22:35 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
I'm sorry, by "sue" I meant pursue action from the company. I would never jump to the last step like that. The directions said nothing about direct use with electronic components either way. I was plenty of distance away and the PC had been off for at least 1/2 an hour, I had all the cables and exterior components to pack up beforehand. All the internal components were together, not in parts.
2007-12-27 14:43:10 · update #1
You will have to prove it was the canned air that broke your computer. The company will say it was your misdoing. So you need a fool-proof way to convince judge they were in the wrong.
IF you do pursue damages, it will have to be in Small Claims Court. Small Claims is usually reserved for damages of $2000-$5000 and does not allow you to have a lawyer present. Also usually you can pay a fee and have the case moved to Civil Court. Civil is for any amount above small claims and lawyers are permitted. Either the plaintiff or defendant can initiate it into Civil.
I use the term "usually" a lot. Laws change from country to country, state to state, county to county and city to city.
I would contact a local lawyer on the phone, you can get a free short consultation most of the time.
2007-12-27 14:39:54 · answer #1 · answered by Perpetual 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you sure you used it according to directions? It sounds like you were too close to the motherboard when you sprayed. Was the PC on just before you did this and the components still above room temperature? Did you move any of the boards, even accidentally?
As for suing, sure you can sue, but you probably won't win.
2007-12-27 14:35:24 · answer #2 · answered by Dalgor 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no longer sue, call or write the candy producer to enable them to be responsive to you obtain expired candy from a shop. I actual have had this ensue and easily called the corporation who made the candy. They have been greater advantageous than chuffed to change it with a yet another bag of candy. in case you do sue a corporation they'll in basic terms pass the cost onto the purchaser; you and that i.
2016-10-02 11:01:27 · answer #3 · answered by bardin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
before doing anything drastic you should unplug & open the computer back up and using a very soft 1" paint brush. gently clean as much out as you can with that, working where the residue might be. you may have just got some dust where it might be causing a problem. i've never had this happen but i guess it could be possible. good luck
2007-12-27 14:41:22 · answer #4 · answered by barb w 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Never used the stuff. Does it say it can be used on the INSIDE? If it does, does it say just the case, or can be used on the actuall components? I'd say the only thing you could do is complain to the company and see if they offer anything.
2007-12-27 14:34:04 · answer #5 · answered by grasshopper 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
And have you contacted the manufacturer of the air duster to see what they say, or did you just immediately think "SUE!!!!!!"?
I have NEVER seen a can of compressed air not have warnings and directions on the can (such as making sure that you keep the can upright when using).
2007-12-27 14:31:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋