User:Wolf O'Donnell/Cleaning GCN Controllers

GameCube Controller Cleaning Tips
If your GameCube Controller stops working correctly, here are a couple of reasons/solutions that may help it work properly.

Reasons Why The GameCube Controller is Malfuncioning

 * Controller isn't inserted into the socket of the machine correctly.
 * Debris is in the socket, control stick, buttons, etc.
 * Because you inserted it into the socket when the GameCube is turned on.

NOTE: ''Under normal circumstances, the way to fix most normal problems is to press the X, Y, and Start buttons at the same time, while the controller is inserted into the machine. If done correctly, and if the conditions are met, then the controller should start working normally again.''

Solutions to fix the GameCube Controller

 * Press the X, Y, and Start at the same time, while the controller is inserted into the machine.


 * Unplug the controller, take a soft cotton swab and submerge the cotton end in 50% Isopropyl Alcohol. Afterwards, gently swab around the buttons, socket, or area that needs cleaning; if needed, take a toothpick, and go around the ends where the buttons are stuck. This should remove dirt, dust, etc. NEVER POUR ANY SUBSTANCE DIRECTLY ON YOUR GAMECUBE CONTROLLER


 * Take a damp toothbrush that has been wet with water, and very gently brush around the ends of buttons that are "stuck". Allow to dry for 3 hours before using that controller. DO NOT SUBMERGE THE CONTROLLER IN WATER.

How To Clean Surface of GameCube Controller

 * Take a damp cloth, and gently rub the area(s) needing cleaning. DO NOT GET WATER DIRECTLY INTO BUTTONS.