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The heads and capstan are in constant contact with the moving tape. Use a small cotton bud with alcohol or special tape head cleaner to
clean these parts. Never touch the heads with anything metallic.
ERASE PROTECTION
To prevent accidental erasing of a cassette, simply break off the two plastic tabs located on the cassette tape s rear
side.
When a cassette with removed plastic tabs is inserted, the recording button cannot be pressed.
If a cassette is to be erased and re-recorded at a later stage, simply cover the holes on the cassette where the tabs
were removed, with a piece of strong adhesive tape.
SPECIAL FEATURES
AUTOMATIC STOP
During playback or recording, the unit will shut itself off automatically at the end of tape.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Carefully re-read the instructions to make sure the unit is being operated properly.
Check the following before you take your unit to the local dealer for repair.
SYMPTOM
CAUSE
There is no sound from the speakers.
The Volume control is set too low.
The radio does not work
The FUNCTION switch is in the TAPE position
There is excessive static during FM reception.
The antenna is not properly positioned
A cassette cannot be inserted into the compartment.
The tape is inserted in the wrong direction.
The PLAY button does not lock in position after inserting cassette tape
The tape is at its end and auto-stop function is in operation.
The RECORD button cannot be pressed down with a cassette tape inside. A tape with its safety tab removed has been inserted.
The TAPE does not play
The PAUSE button is depressed.
The sound is weak or distorted during tape playback.
The record/playback head is dirty.
A previous recording cannot be completely erased.
The erase head is dirty.
If you find the unit is not working properly after checking the above chart, please take it to your nearest Services Center. Do not attempt to
repair it by yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. If necessary, clean the unit with a piece of cloth dampened with water
only. Make sure the unit is disconnected from an AC power outlet.
