Curtis RCD 310 - Manual (Page 6)

CARE AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caring for Compact Discs
* Treat the disc carefully. Handle the disc only by its edges.
Never allow your fingers to come in contact with the shiny,
unprinted side of the disc.
* Do not attach adhesive tape, stickers, etc. To the disc label.
* Clean the disc periodically with a soft , lint-free, dry cloth.
Never use detergents or abrasive cleaners to clean the disc.
If necessary, use a CD cleaning kit.
* If a disc skips or gets stuck on a section of the disc, it is probably dirty or damaged(scratched).
When cleaning the disc, wipe in straight lines from the center of the center of the center of the disc to the
outer edge of the disc. Never wipe in circular motions.
* This unit is designed to play only compact discs bearing the identification logo as shown here.
Other discs may not conform to the CD standard and may not play properly.
* Compact Disc should be stored in their cases after each use to avoid damage.
* Do not expose compact disc to direct sunlight, high humidity, high temperatures, or dust, etc. Prolonged
exposure or extreme temperatures can warp the disc.
* Do not stick or write anything on either side of the disc. Sharp writing instruments, or the ink may
damage the surface.
Cleaning the unit
* To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect your unit from the AC power source when cleaning.
* The finish on your unit may be cleaned with a dust cloth and cared for as other furniture. Use caution
when cleaning and wiping the plastic parts.
* Mild soap and a damp cloth may be used on the front panel.
* Periodic cleaning of the tape heads, capstan and pinch roller is necessary to maintain good sound
reproduction. Clean them after every 100hours of use or less if playback has deteriorated. Use a cotton
swab moistened with head cleaning solution or isopropyl alcohol, then wipe dry with another swab.
NOTE: Never use metal objects on or near the tape heads. Do not allow and cleaning material to fall into
the tape assembly.
SAFEGUARD AGAINST ACCIDENTAL ERASURE
When a new recording is make, any program
material previously recorded is automatically
erased and only the new recording remains. To
safeguard valuable recordings from being erased
accidentally, the cassette and the deck are
equipped with a spacial device.
On the back of the cassette there is an erase
prevention tab on each side. To prevent
accidental erasing, break out these tabs wish
a screwdriver. If only one side of the tape is to
be protected break out the tab on the left side
with the side desired facing you.
To record on a tape in which the tab has been
broken, place a place of adhesive tape over that
area.
NOTE: When a tab is broken out, the record
button cannot be depressed.
CASSETTE TAPE RECOMMENDATIONS
Standard tape lengths have 15 (C-30),30 (C-60) and 45 (C-90) minutes of recording time on each side.
Longer length tapes of 60 (C-120) minutes of recording time on each side are not recommended. Use
only high quality tapes. If a problem develops, check the unit first with another cassette to determine if
the problem is with the cassette, and not with the unit.
If there is any stack in the tape in the cassette, it should be removed before inserting the cassette. Place
a pencil in one of the hubs and rotate toward the outside of the cassette until all stack is taken up.
Pinch Roller
R/P
Head Erase
Head
Capstan
Cotton Swab
Tab for side 2
Tab for side 1
Tab Break out the tab
Cover with tape
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