CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Should this unit exhibit a problem, check the following before seeking service.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Symptom
Possible Cause
Retune station, try another station or set
BAND switch to FM STEREO.
Radio
Noise or sound
distorted on radio
broadcasts.
Station not tuned properly for AM or FM.
FM: Telescopic antenna is not properly
adjusted.
AM: Unit is not positioned correctly.
Retune the AM or FM broadcast station.
Reorient FM telescopic antenna.
Rotate unit until best reception is
obtained.
FM STEREO Indicator
dose not light
Poor FM signal being received or BAND
switch is not set to FM STEREO
Station is not broadcasting in the stereo.
Change stations.
FUNCTION switch is not set to the
RADIO position.
AM or FM, no sound.
Slide the FUNCTION switch to the RADIO
position.
Volume at minimum.
Increase Volume.
Cassette player
No sound.
FUNCTION switch is not set to the TAPE
position.
Slide the FUNCTION switch to the TAPE
position.
Increase Volume.
Volume at minimum.
Sound distorted.
Speed varied.
Tape old or worn.
Batteries are low.
Dirty head.
Clean the head.
Replace the Tape.
Replace the batteries.
Cassette Recorder
Will not record.
Erase prevention tab removed.
Cover hole with adhesive tape.
Distorted sound on
playback.
Defective tape or dirty tape head.
Compact Disc Player
MP3/CD Player
will not play.
FUNCTION switch is not set to the CD
position.
Replace tape or clean tape head.
Slide the FUNCTION switch to the CD
position.
Disc is dirty or scratched.
No sound.
Headphones connected into the
Headphones jack.
Insert CD with label side up.
General
MP3/CD skip
while playing.
Wipe disc with cloth or use another disc.
Remove the Headphones from the
Headphones jack.
CD is not installed or installed upside-
down.
NOTE: Never use metal objects on or near the tape heads. Do not allow any cleaning material to fall into
the tape assembly.
Cotton Swab
Capstan
Erase
Head
R/P
Head
Pinch Roller
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 adhensive 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 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 showed here.
Other discs may not conform to the CD standard and may not paly properly.
* Compact Disc should be stored in their cases after 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 cotton cloth
when cleaning and wipe 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 100 hours 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.
Solution
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