Speaker Maintenance Checklist: Keep Your Phone Dry Year-Round

Weekly Quick Wins

• Inspect the grille: Use a soft brush to lift dust or lint before it traps moisture.
• Run a 15-second sweep: Launch Water Eject in manual mode once a week to dislodge micro droplets.
• Log the results: If you notice distortion or volume drops, jot down the date—patterns reveal hidden moisture sources.

Monthly Deep Clean

1. Power the phone down.
2. Use a dry microfiber cloth to wipe the entire frame, including charging ports and microphones.
3. Spray 70% isopropyl alcohol onto the cloth (never the device) and wipe the grille gently.
4. Let the phone air-dry for five minutes, then perform a full Water Eject cycle.

Weather Awareness

Humidity spikes during monsoon season or winter commutes. Track local humidity with a smart home app and follow these guidelines:

• Above 65% RH: Store the phone with silica gel packets overnight.
• After gym sessions: Remove sweat-soaked armbands immediately and wipe the speaker area.
• Beach days: Rinse the phone with fresh water if salt spray hits the frame, then dry thoroughly.

Troubleshooting Checklist

Symptom	Likely Cause	Fix
Muffled notifications	Residual droplets blocking the mesh	Run Water Eject twice, angle speaker downward
Crackling at high volume	Dust plus moisture	Dry brush + compressed air (short bursts)
Volume dips after shower	Condensation	Dry cloth + 30-minute ventilation

Pair With Smart Reminders

Set calendar nudges or use Apple Shortcuts/Google Assistant to automate maintenance reminders. Combine the routine with FAQ nuggets and topic-focused blog posts for fast reference. Keeping moisture in check is easier than replacing a corroded speaker module—and Water Eject is your on-demand insurance.