When Xiaomi Redmi falls into the water, it causes panic in any owner. Smartphones of this line rarely have full protection IP68, so the ingress of moisture inside the case is a critical event. Water quickly penetrates the connectors and speakers, causing a short circuit on the board. It is in the first minutes after contact with the liquid decides the fate of the device.
Don't expect a miracle or think that modern technology is completely sealed. Even a small amount of moisture can trigger irreversible oxidation processes of contacts. The highest probability of successful recovery is maintained in the first hour after water hits. The faster you act, the more chances you have to bring the gadget back to life without expensive repairs in the service center.
In this article, we will discuss an algorithm that will help minimize damage, you will learn why you can not turn on the device, how to properly dry Redmi and what errors most often lead to final failure.
First Action: Immediate reaction to water
Once you've got Xiaomi out of the water, the first thing you need to do is turn it off. Don't try to check if the screen or the sound is working. Any attempt to put voltage on a wet board will short circuit. If the smartphone is off by itself, don't press the power button at all.
All removable elements must be removed immediately. Most Redmi models have trays for the use of the silk. SIM-You can use a paper clip to open it and get the Sympa and the memory card, and that will allow air to go in and stop moisture flowing through that channel.
⚠️ Attention: It is strictly forbidden to connect a wet phone to a charger. The current on wet contacts is guaranteed to disable the power controller, which will make the repair economically inefficient. Pay special attention to the speaker and microphone holes, and the charging connector. Do not rub too hard so as not to push the water deeper into the case. 💧 Quickly remove the smartphone from the liquid. 🔌 Turn off the charge immediately if it was connected. 📱 Turn off the device even if it is still working. 🗑️ Get it. SIM-There are many myths about saving electronics that, in the case of Xiaomi, can play a cruel joke. The most common and dangerous advice is to put your phone in rice. Fine dust from the cereals will clog the connectors and speakers, and the hygroscopicity of the rice is too low to dry efficiently in a reasonable time. Many users try to speed up the drying process with a hairdryer. You can't do this for two reasons. First, the flow of hot air can melt the glue, the fastening display and the case, and damage the plumes. Second, the hairdryer drives moisture deeper into hard-to-reach areas of the board, spreading it throughout the device. Another mistake is turning on the status screen to check the red water, so that you don't start to shake the water in the water, so that you don'ttle in the water, you don't jig it't jig it't have enough to start to shaking it up the water to get the water inside. The rice dust, mixed with water, forms a sticky mass that clogs speakers and connectors, making it harder to clean the service further. Proper drying: methods and means After the initial processing, the device takes time to evaporate moisture. The optimal option is to put Xiaomi in a dry, well-ventilated place. The temperature in the room should be indoors, without direct sunlight. Direct heating, as mentioned earlier, is harmful. If you have silica gel bags (the ones that are put in boxes with shoes), the best option is to put it in the phone in a dry, and use it in the container for the 24 hours, but you can not use it more effectively than the slacking it in the device, but you can use it in the shookle in the device, but you can use it in the shooks to use it in the container. Inept opening can lead to battery damage or connector break-off. 💡Use a fan pointed towards the phone (not close) to allow air to circulate, which will accelerate the natural evaporation of moisture without overheating. After-drying, the drying process should last a minimum of 24 hours, and ideally 48 hours. Only then you can try to turn on Xiaomi. Connect the charger and pay attention to the charging indicator. If the phone reacts, try to start it. When you first turn on, watch the screen carefully. Strange stripes, color distortions or broken pixels, which are a sign that moisture has fallen under the display or damaged the plume, in which case the device should be turned off immediately. Often, water oxidizes the contacts of the speakers, which makes the sound hoarse or disappears altogether. The camera can sweat from the inside - this is a sure sign of moisture. ☑️ Check after drying Phone is turned on from the first time Screen displays an image without artifactsWorks touch inputSound in dynamics Clean Cameras focus and do not sweat: 0 / 5 Understanding the symptoms will help you assess the scale of the problem. Below is a table linking the external signs to internal damage in Redmi smartphones. Symptoms Possible cause Risk for the device Zapotel camera Residual moisture inside the housing High (oxidation of the plume) Mikron Oxidation of contacts Module Medium (replacement of the module) Cyclical reboot Short circuit on the board Critical (repair of the power chain) Phone not Charging Charge Controller Damage High (Sading Components) Moisture sensors under Medium (Drying or Replacement) If you see a cyclic reset, this is the most alarming signal. The system is trying to start, but short circuit resets the process. In this case, independent actions are senseless and dangerous. 📊 How did your phone come into contact with water?Falled in bath/showerWallwetweedIn the rainFalled in the river/lakeShed cupWhen you need help professionalsThere are situations when "home resuscitation" is impossible. If Xiaomi falls into salt water, it should be done instantly, because salt causes metal corrosion in minutes, and you should carry it to the service, even if it works, after washing with distillate (if possible), but you should give it to the specialists immediately. If you start the phone after drying, but it discharges quickly or it warms up in downtime, it means that there is a process of leakage, it can cause the battery to bloat or fire, you can't use this device. The service center will perform ultrasonic cleaning of the board in a special solution, which will remove oxides and moisture residue, and the masters will be able to check the voltage on key components and replace burned elements. ⚠️ Warning: If the phone was in water for more than 30 minutes or fell to a great depth, the probability of moisture getting under the screen and in hard-to-reach areas is 99%. Self-drying is not effective here. Prevention and future protection Redmi owners should think about protection in advance. Buying a waterproof case is the best solution for those who are often near the water. There are special sealants for shooting underwater. Regularly check the safety nets on the speakers and the tightness of the ports. Over time, the adhesive seals lose their properties, and even splashes can become fatal. 💡The best protection against water is to prevent contact. No budget smartphone is designed to dive, even if marketing claims otherwise. Remember, water and electronics are incompatible, and foresight is always cheaper than repair? No, it's strictly forbidden, a sudden temperature drop will cause condensation inside the case, even if the phone was dry, and the low temperatures can damage the lithium polymer battery and the battery. LCD-How long does it take to dry the Xiaomi Redmi? The minimum drying time in a dry room with good air circulation is 24 hours. To ensure that there is no moisture, it is recommended to hold the device up to 48 hours before turning on. What to do if the phone falls into salt water? Urgently wash with fresh water (if you can't get in the service immediately) to flush the salt, turn it off and immediately carry it to the service center. The corrosion from the salt is irreversible and develops very quickly. Will vacuum packaging help dry? Vacuuming can help pull out moisture, but only if done correctly and not damage the screen with pressure. However, without a moisture absorber (silica gel) inside the vacuum packaging, the effect will be minimal.