[Elecraft] OT: removing "smoke smell" from electronics

[Ken N9VV]

One of the best deodorizers for all sorts of smoke/QRM are Dryer 
Softener Sheets like Bounce(tm). I know a lot of boaranchor guys 
use Bounce(tm) in their rigs to get rid of the old-time smells and 
mold.
de ken n9vv

Don Wilhelm wrote:
> John,
> 
> If the PCBs are bare, you can wash them in alcohol or even with soap and 
> water.  Even if some components are mounted, that may still be a 
> solution - but do *not* wash them if there are components like relays, 
> inductors, switches, control pots, and other similar components already 
> mounted - if the cleaning solution has any chance of staying inside a 
> component, then do not try that approach.
> 
> A day or two in an area containing lots of Ozone will effectively 
> neutralize odors, so if you have a local company that does smoke damage 
> cleanup, they might be willing to help you.
> 
> 73,
> Don W3FPR
> 
> john shadle wrote:
>> I have a kit which I picked up from a ham who must've been quite a 
>> smoker.
>> I was wondering if anyone has any tips as to how to eradicate the
>> cigarette smell from the parts. Luckily, lots of stuff was still in
>> plastic bags...but the PCBs were not. :-(
>>
>> Thanks.
>> -john W4PAH
>>
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