[Boatanchors] Duracel Alkaline battery leak

[Michael Tallent]

Baking soda will neutralize acid batteries, not alkaline batteries.

Mike Tallent W6MXV

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "RJ Mattson" <rjmattson at hvi.net>
To: "Boatanchors" <boatanchors at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Saturday, August 28, 2004 9:15 PM
Subject: Re: [Boatanchors] Duracel Alkaline battery leak


> I want to thank everyone that replied to my post.
> The consensus is to neutralize the corroded area with white vinegar and
> then flush with water. Baking soda was also suggested.  
> Regards,
> bob...w2ami
> www.qrz.com/callsign/w2ami