A few years ago somebody here posted a picture of the aftermath of an office fire thought to be caused by a dodgy alkaline battery.
Just now, sitting typing a response to smokie's Bear Hunt thread I became aware of a ticking noise somewhere to my left. The printer is over there plus various items used recently or needing attention including an old digicam, my 'spare' mobile and a broken bike headlamp*. Turned off printer to no effect and picked up other stuff to listen to.
Turned out to be an AAA battery, removed from something or other due to leakage, repeatedly arcing between the -ve terminal and the case. Stopped when I picked it up but item was taken outdoors pronto!!
* and before anybody starts there's a new one on the bike.
Last edited by: Bromptonaut on Sun 25 Oct 15 at 09:49
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