Stupid Question Re: Water resistance of computer's wireless sender
10-22-10, 10:47 AM
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Stupid Question Re: Water resistance of computer's wireless sender
I've got a Specialized wireless computer. The fork-mounted sender is totally encased in plastic, aside from the battery door located at the bottom of the unit (facing the ground).
It's zip-tied to the bike. Can I get this wet while washing the bike, or should I cover it with Seran Wrap or a bag? I don't want to cut the zip ties and re-mount the darn thing every time I clean the bike.
It's zip-tied to the bike. Can I get this wet while washing the bike, or should I cover it with Seran Wrap or a bag? I don't want to cut the zip ties and re-mount the darn thing every time I clean the bike.
10-22-10, 10:52 AM
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I don't know for sure, but generally the better computers will be sealed against rain. As long as you don't put a heavy spray on it, you should be OK. If you want to be safe, wrap it up with plastic and a rubber band.
10-22-10, 01:43 PM
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I spray mine with water plenty and it's been fine.
OTOH, the magnet assembly has rusted, and the display once was fogged inside and stopped working.
OTOH, the magnet assembly has rusted, and the display once was fogged inside and stopped working.
10-22-10, 01:45 PM
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Thanks guys. I just got back from a 15-mile ride and washed the bike. I removed the computer from its mount, but left the sender and magnet on the bike. Everything seems fine.
10-23-10, 06:10 AM
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It's an outdoor product. I wouldn't worry about rain or wheel splash or normal washing but I wouldn't submerge it in a lake.
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