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How to Repair an NES Game System

If you own an NES Game System, you have probably experienced a blinking blue screen when trying to play. Most of the time, this is a simple repair that requires nothing more than an air duster and a few cotton swabs.

Things You'll Need

Air Duster
Cotton swabs
Window cleaner

Instructions

- 1
  Spray the air duster inside the cartridge tray. Also, spray wherever you see open gaps around the console, such as the buttons and ridges connecting the plastic parts.
- 2
  Clean the game cartridge with cotton swabs and window cleaner. Dip one end of the swab in the cleaner and lightly brush around the inside of the cartridge.
- 3
  Use a fresh swab to dry the inside of the cartridge completely.
- 4
  Place the game cartridge into the console and press power. You may need to jiggle the game back and forth a little to get it to start. If it still does not work, repeat steps one through three.

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