Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2011/12/28

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Subject: [Leica] Sticky on/off button M8 - need advice
From: vick.ko at sympatico.ca (Vick Ko)
Date: Wed, 28 Dec 2011 21:48:22 -0500
References: <CB2139EB.A737%chris@chriscrawfordphoto.com>
 
I was curious, so I just checked the electrical resistance of a spoon of 
lighter fluid, using an ohmmeter.

It was infinite.

In any case, if you aren't sure of DYI, then don't.  The shops offer a 
warranty.  DYI doesn't.

Vick




On 12/28/2011 9:27 PM, Chris Crawford wrote:
> You do NOT want to do that to an electronic camera like the M8. That
> switch is an electrical switch and lighter fluid WILL short out the
> circuitry when it touches it. WILL, not might. You'll have a $2500
> paperweight. Pay someone to do it right, its worth it.
>
Replies: Reply from vick.ko at sympatico.ca (Vick Ko) ([Leica] Sticky on/off button M8 - need advice)
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