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Originally Posted by PhilTas
Houghy,
The blown component is an electrolytic capacitor. They are polarised, with positive and negative leads.
Most times I have seen these blown like this is due to a reverse polarity connection.
I would try cutting away the capacitor, identifying if able the positive and negative leads, as well as the value and voltage rating.
A new replacement cap will be easily sourced.
If you need any assistance pm me. I am an electronics technician by trade.
cheers Phil
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I will probably get it fixed after I get the new board arrives and I can take pictures of the offending bit.