a) Because the directions say "wait 2 minutes before applying power" and tha's about how long it takes to dry. And, b) I don't like applying power to anything that looks wet ---- for any reason <G> dmg On 11 Nov 2007 at 10:15, David A. Belsley wrote: >> Why does it need to dry before applying power? - Dave G, KK7SS '65 MKIII Sprite, Richland, WA