How can I properly clean an acer laptop keyboard after a spill? [duplicate]

Solution 1:

It'd definitely be a good idea to clean off the residue as much as possible - you risk corrosion and other problems if the juice residue is left in place. Unfortunately, there's a high chance that you'll need to replace some components in your laptop, including your motherboard.

In step #10, this article suggests that removing the residue is a very good idea:

Rinse off the residue. If you spilled anything besides water on the laptop, rinsing it clean will be the most dramatic part. There are several ways to rinse your machine, depending on the kind of spill, and how much risk you are willing to endure.

Solvents are later mentioned in the article as a possible solution to this sticky issue as well.

Another article offers similar suggestions.

Best of luck!