Jensen CD-590 User Manual page 15

If the cassette feels tight while performing operation shown (see Fig.2), the tape may be
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jamming due to ridges formed in the winding of the tape (visible through the center
window). These may be removed, in most cases, by fast winding of the cassette from one
end to the other and back again.
Use only well-known brands of tape. Avoid use of C-120 cassettes.
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Furthermore, do not expose cassettes to direct sunlight, dust or oil, and do not touch
the tape surfaces.
HEAD CLEANING
The tape heads, pinch roller and capstan require periodic cleaning. This removes particles of
the metal oxide coating that wear off the tape and accumulate on these parts and impair
performance. Switch off the power, press the CASSETTE STOP/EJECT
to open the cassette door, and press the CASSETTE PLAY
heads, pinch roller and capstan with a soft cloth or cotton pad dampened in isopropyl alcohol
or special tape head cleaner.
1. Avoid operating your unit under direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dusty places.
2. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise such as
fluorescent lamps or motors.
3. For better Display clarity, avoid operating the unit under direct sunlight or in strong room
illumination.
4. Unplug the unit from the electrical power outlet immediately in case of malfunction.
on Spectra's green initiatives or to find a recycler in your area.
At Spectra, environmental and social responsibility is a core value of our
business. We are dedicated to continuous implementation of responsible
initiatives with an aim to conserve and maintain the environment through
responsible recycling.
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BUTTON (#20). Clean the tape
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BUTTON (#17)