From: me170pjd@emba-news.uvm.edu.UUCP (Peter J Demko)
Subject: Re: Removing battery corrosion
Originator: me170pjd@morris.emba.uvm.edu
Organization: University of Vermont -- Division of EMBA Computer Facility
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From article <1993Apr25.201129.1239@Princeton.EDU>, by fuchs@tsar.princeton.edu (Ira H. Fuchs):
> Is there a readily available solvent that does a good job at removing the  
> corrosion/encrustation that collects on the battery terminals (usually the  
> cathode) when using alkaline batteries (or more accurately, when NOT using  
> them for a long time)? 
 generally,  the corrosion is a signal that it's time to send them
 of to the recyclers, but if you're that desperate or cheap try 
baking soda and a wire brush. use gloves and goggles, please!
