Cleaning Tape Head And Capstan, Cassette Cleaning - GMC Chevrolet Camaro 1998 Service Manual

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Cleaning Tape Head and Capstan,
Cassette Cleaning
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Clean the following components of the tape player
after every 50 hours of cassette operation:
• The head
• The capstan
Body and Accessories
Leave the radio in the vehicle when you clean the
above components. You can access the components
through the tape door. ·
Use one of the following items in order to clean the (
head and the capstan:
• A cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol
• A cassette cleaning kit
Follow the instructions with the kit to clean the
tape player.
Do not contact the tape head with magnetized tools. If
the head becomes magnetized, it will degrade
every cassette tape played in the tape player.
The tape deck has an added function that helps
prevent damage if the cassette tape breaks or
becomes jammed. The tape deck may eject the
scrubbing-type, cleaning cartridge after about
5 seconds. Therefore, insert the scrubbing-type
cleaner at least 3 times in order to clean the deck
thoroughly.
A non-scrubbing, wet type tape cleaner can be used
in place of the scrubbing type, The non-scrubbing, wet
type uses a fabric belt in place of the tape .a11d will
not eject after 5 seconds. However, the non-scrubbing,
wet type tape cleaner may not provide a thorough
cleaning, such as the scrubbing type cleaner.
No service is provided on tape cassettes. The cassette
manufacturer handles the warranties ·of the cassettes.
The test cassette used by the dealer should be
stored in its container in order.to remain.clean. Store
the cassettes away from extreme heat and direct
sunlight.
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