If you have a remote control that has stopped working properly, don’t rush to throw it away or buy a new one. There are amazing home solutions that can bring you back to life without needing to spend money on expensive repairs.
In this video, you’ll discover an unexpected method that uses a Gillette shaver to fix any remote control. Don’t miss it and watch the following video made by Sr. Inventor 1001 (click on the video):
Why does a remote control break down?
Remote controls can stop working for a variety of reasons, including:
- Accumulation of dirt and dust on the buttons and inside the device.
- Corrosion of contacts due to leakage from old batteries.
- Wear of the buttons after prolonged use.
- Problems with infrared sensors, preventing the correct transmission of the signal.
- Discharged or poor quality batteries that reduce control efficiency.
Another Home Way to Fix a TV Remote
If the Gillette shaver trick doesn’t fix the problem, there’s another at-home method you can try: cleaning the remote’s internal contacts.
Materials needed:
This method is effective when dirt and dust affect the response of the buttons:
- Isopropyl alcohol
- A cotton swab or soft cloth
- A small screwdriver (to open the remote if necessary)
Procedure:
- Remove the batteries from the remote control to prevent short circuits.
- Disassemble the remote with a screwdriver if possible, or simply open the button cover.
- Clean the contacts and buttons with a cotton swab dampened with isopropyl alcohol.
- Dry completely before reassembling the control.
- Insert the batteries and test if the remote works better.