Zippo lighter flint?

Question

so yesterday i bought my first zippo lighter

i had no ide what i was doing so when i got home i put some fluid where the spring and flint was suppose to go :/

yes i know..badddd mistake..and now the lighter wont spark.....and i took the spring and flint out and let it sit on my desk ever since...so today i put everything back and put a little more fluid in the filling and it wont spark or make a flame..why...everything has been sitting out for over a day now....how long does it take to dry ou completely???

Answer 1

I'm not sure, never had that happen, I would call a local smoke shop to ask someone.

Answer 2

Maybe try a new flint?