Califone 1776 - Manual (Page 8)

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Periodic Maintenance
Tips on Cassettes
Winding & Rewinding the tape
• Press FAST REWIND to search backward to the beginning of the tape.
• Press FAST FORWARD to search forward to the end of the tape.
Make sure that the cassette tape has no slack prior to inserting it into the
recorder. Unless the tape is taut, it may wind around the head mechanism
and trouble may result. Use a pencil to wind the reels as necessary to
take up any tape slack.
Cassette Tape Selection
The quality condition of cassette tapes used will have a direct effect on
the performance of this unit. Califone recommends using tapes no longer
than 60 minutes since longer tapes are more prone to stretching, breaking
and can easily become entangled in the drive mechanism causing
major damage. Use only NORMAL “tape A” or “type 1” cassette tape.
Safeguard Against Accidental Erasing
Note: Do not force the record button when the cassette record-protect
tab has been removed. This may result in damage to the unit. To record on a
cassette whose tab have been broken off, simply attach adhesive tape
over the tab opening.
Cassette Deck
This unit has been permanently lubricated at the factory, no further lubrication
is necessary. If a loss in brilliance (high frequency response) is noticed, the
tape head probably needs cleaning. This may be done by playing a special
head cleaning cassette, available at most dealers. As an alternative, the surface of
the head may be cleaned with a cotton swab moistened in alcohol or special
head-cleaning fluid. Carefully rub the face of the head, being careful not to
scratch its polished surface. Make sure to also clean the surface of the capstan
and pinch roller.
ADHESIVE TAPE
BREAK OUT
TAB TO
PROTECT
SIDE A
BREAK OUT
TAB TO
PROTECT
SIDE B
ADHESIVE TAPE
BREAK OUT
TAB TO
PROTECT
SIDE A
BREAK OUT
TAB TO
PROTECT
SIDE B
ADHESIVE TAPE
BREAK OUT
TAB TO
PROTECT
SIDE A
BREAK OUT
TAB TO
PROTECT
SIDE B
Erase
Head
Play/Record
Head
Capstan
Pinch
Roller
Lens
Blower
Periodic Maintenance
External Care
Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth damped in diluted soapy solution, then wipe with a dry cloth. Do not use harsh
cleansing chemicals, they may damager or discolor the cabinet finish. Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the CD
compartment.
Care and Maintenance