Beam Q100 powerhead got wet...won’t run

[dave42]

We had a torrential rainstorm the other day, and our basement flooded for the first time. Our Beam Q100 powerhead has water in it and won’t start. I looked up the parts. There are 2 circuit boards and the motor. Would the circuitboards probably be ok? I was thinking it would most likely be the motor. I’m not sure if the boards could also be ruined. A new powerhead is $300. The motor is $30 and each board is another $30. Thanks 

[Kendell]

Take the unit apart   Specifically take the motor and boards out of the case. You can pour alcohol in areas to help dry it out. You can also use electrical contact cleaner to try to displace water.    After a few days put it back together.  Make sure you can spin the motor by hand    See if it will power up.  If it has a metal case or switch don’t touch with your bare hand to prevent electrical shock.  If it doesn’t work it could be either pwb, motor, or any switch. 

[MrApplianceMatt]

You can also hit up a Dollar Tree or similar store and pick up some damp-rid. For the duration of the above mentioned few days, enclose the electrical parts in a large enough box to accommodate the damp-rid, all the parts, and allow for a little air circulation. Same principle as wet cell phone\bowl of rice, just scaled up a bit. 

Edited August 11, 2019 by MrApplianceMatt

[dave42]

Just an update. I opened it up and shook out the water. Let it dry for 6 days, and it runs now! Thanks guys.