Sharp XL-MP150 - Manual (Page 40)

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XL-MP150
References
Maintenance
„ Cleaning the tape-handling parts
z Dirty heads, capstans or pinch rollers can cause poor sound and
tape jams. Clean these parts with a cotton swab moistened with
commercial head/pinch roller cleaner or isopropyl alcohol.
z When cleaning the heads, pinch rollers, etc., unplug the unit which
contains high voltages.
z After long use, the deck's heads and capstans may become mag-
netized, causing poor sound. Demagnetize these parts once
every 30 hours of playing/recording time by using a commercial
tape head demagnetizer. Read the demagnetizer's instructions
carefully before use.
„ Cleaning the CD pickup lens
In order to ensure proper operation of the CD player, preventative
maintenance (cleaning of the laser pickup lens) should be per-
formed periodically. Lens cleaners are commercially available. Con-
tact your local CD software dealer for options.
„ Cleaning the cabinet
Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth and a diluted soap
solution, then with a dry cloth.
Caution:
z Do not use chemicals for cleaning (gasoline, paint thinner, etc.). It
may damage the cabinet finish.
z Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit. It may cause malfunc-
tions.
Pinch rollers Erase head
Capstans Recording/Playback head
A A C D B B