Date   : Fri, 04 Feb 2005 12:13:33 +0000 (GMT)
From   : BBCmail <BBCmail@...>
Subject: Re: bbc lockups

In article <ECOWS04MAX3cf3ednHM0000192f@...>,
   A.J.Davis <mail@...> wrote:

>  I've had a similar problem on Sinclair Spectrums, and it's been due to
> excessive dust inside the case.  I would try a hoovering with the aid of a
> soft brush to loosen the dirt and then a spray with a good electrical
> contract cleaner. Then leave to dry for a day or so.

> Andy.

It is best not to clean it with a hoover unless it's an anti static one.
Some hoovers can generate quite a sizable static charge which will likely
kill a chip. A better bet is a blower brush. These are only a few ponds,
you can get them from most camera shops.

Regards
Ian K