So you got a brand spanking new MP3 player, and then proceeded to drop it in the water? Don’t worry – there is something you can do about it.

Steps

1Do not attempt to turn it on.

2Remove the battery from the MP3 player.Advertisement

3Pour alcohol on/in it, all the way. It is recommended dipping it in a container with alcohol (This will help push the water out).

4Shake it.

5Wrap it up with a white paper towel

6Let it dry in the sunlight for at least 3 hours.

7Connect it to your computer/charger and leave it connected even if it does not turn on.AdvertisementMethod 1Method 1 of 1:Method 2

1Do not turn it on.

2Remove the battery immediately. (Put on hold if it has a built-in battery.)

3Dry it off.

4Stick it in a bowl of rice for 2-3 days.The rice sucks out the moisture from the device.Advertisement