1611 error message and Apple refusing to fix

Hello all,
I started to have a few random problems with my iPod touch less than 3 weeks after getting it. I always took very good care it (I got the 16gb and it cost WAY to much NOT to take good care of it). Well, after trying to fix it, it completely crapped out on me. iTunes wanted to restore it, and none of my info was showing up anymore. So I tried to restore it, and I got a 1611 error message. I tried everything on Apple's website to try to fix it to no avail.
So, I called them up. They sent out a box for me to put it in, send it to them, and they would fix it. I got my box back a few days later absolutely thrilled. Unfortunately when I opened up the box, I found a piece of paper inside with this on it:
--A diagnostic evaluation has determined the iPod has internal damage related to a liquid spill or contamination.
Are you kidding me! My iPod has NEVER been exposed to water. I never exercised with it, because I hadn't bought a waterproof case yet. The only thing I did with it was play music and podcasts, play applications on it, and use it in my car on the drive to and from work, but it was NEVER EVER exposed to water. I paid almost $400 for this thing that didn't last 3 weeks. My husband and I are buying a desktop (my laptop is 4 years old and needs replacing) early next year and I was wanting the iMac. But my husband has never liked how expensive Apple products are, and this just pushes him over the edge. Thanks for the GREAT service Apple.

Most small bits of consumer electronics have a Liquid Damage Indicator. In the case of the Touch, I believe it's at the bottom of the headset jack and very hard to see. The LDI can be triggered not just by liquid but also by moisture (you'd be surprised how many people think it's okay to charge their cell phones in the bathroom.)High levels of moisture or humidity can also damage a Touch. Once there has been any exposure to liquid or moisture, it's difficult to proof what originally caused the problem.
The only suggestion I can offer is that you take the Touch to an Apple Store if there is one at all near you. You may have better luck pleading your case to an actual person.
Best of luck.

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