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HEAD CLEANING
The tape heads, pinch roller and capstan require periodic cleaning. This removes particles of the
metal oxide coating that wear off the tape and accumulate on these parts and impair performance.
Switch off the power, press the Stop/Eject button to open the cassette door, and press the
Play button. Clean the tape heads, pinch roller and capstan with a soft cloth or cotton pad
dampened in isopropyl alcohol or special tape head cleaner.
1. Avoid operating your unit under direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dusty places.
2. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise such as
fluorescent lamps or motors.
3. For better Clock Display clarity, avoid operating the unit under direct sunlight or in strong
room illumination.
4. Unplug the unit from the electrical power outlet immediately in case of mal.
COMPACT DISC CARE
O Handle the disc only by its edges. Never allow your fingers to come in contact with the shiny,
unprinted side of the disc.
O Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers etc., to the disc label.
O Clean the disc periodically with soft, lint-free, dry cloth. Never use detergents or adhesive
cleaners to clean the disc. If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.
O If disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the disc, it is probably dirty or damaged (scratched).
O When cleaning the disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the disc to the edge of the
disc. Never wipe in circular motions.
O To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case and lift the disc
outs, holding it carefully by the edges.
O Fingerprints and dust should be carefully wiped off the disc's recorded surface with a soft
cloth. Unlike conventional records. compact discs have no grooves to collect dust and
microscopic debris so gently wiping with a soft cloth should remove most particles.
CLEANING THE UNIT
O To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when
cleaning.
O The finish on the unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture, Use
caution when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.
O If the cabinet becomes dusty wipe it with a soft dry dust cloth. Do not use any wax or polish
sprays on the cabinet.
O If the front panel becomes dirty or smudged with fingerprints it may be cleaned with a soft
cloth slightly dampened with a mild soap and water solution. Never use abrasive cloths or
polishes as these will damage the finish of your unit.
CAUTION: Never allow any water or other liquids to get inside the unit while cleaning.
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