Handling your computer equipment
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Handling compact discs
Keep these important safety instructions in mind as you use
compact discs (such as CD-ROM discs, audio CDs, and Photo CDs):
• Hold a disc by the edges or by one edge and the center hole.
Do not touch the disc surface.
• To clean discs, wipe the shiny surface with a soft damp cloth,
working in straight lines from center to edge. Do not use any
form of cleaning agent.
• To avoid damage to your discs, keep these points in mind:
Other important safety instructions to keep in mind as you use your
CD-ROM drive:
• Position your computer so that when the tray opens, it does
not bump into anything.
• Do not leave the disc tray open. If dust gets on the lens of the
CD-ROM drive, the drive may have problems reading your
compact discs.
• Do not put anything (for example, a cup) on top of the tray
when it is open.
Do not expose discs
to direct sunlight.
Do not write on
discs.
Do not spill liquids
on discs.
Do not put tape
on discs.
Do not scratch
discs.
Do not get
dust on discs.