Cleaning; General Information For Cleaning - Sony GY-8240UWD Maintenance Manual

2-2. Cleaning

2-2. Cleaning
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Before cleaning turn the power off and remove the power cord.
Even though the power is switched off, the unit remains partially functioning, so that be sure to remove
the power cord to avoid shock hazards.
To make the most of the functions, fully realize the performance of this unit, and to lengthen the life of
the unit and tape, clean the components often.

2-2-1. General Information for Cleaning

1. Cautions
. Each block in the mechanical deck consists of a precision part and is adjusted precisely. Be careful not
to damage each part and to apply an excessive force during cleaning.
. Do not touch the greased portions during cleaning. If grease attaches to a cleaning cloth, replace the
cleaning cloth by new one. If a cleaning cloth smeared with grease is used, grease may attach to the
places where it should not.
. Do not insert a cassette before a cleaning fluid completely evaporates after cleaning.
2. Preparation
(1) Turn the power off and remove the power cord.
(2) Remove the top panel. (Refer to Section 1-1.)
(3) Remove the plate MD. (Refer to Section 1-2.)
(4) Remove the cassette compartment. (Refer to Section 1-2.)
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