Caring for tape cassettes

Proper handling of your cassettes will prolong their life. Do not expose the cassette to direct sunlight, extreme cold, or high humidity. When the cassette is not in use, store it in its original case (cassette). Before listening to tape cassettes in extremely cold or hot temperatures, allow the temperature to return to normal.

Do not leave a cassette inside the radio when not in use. Doing so may damage the cassette and radio.

We strongly recommend using only C-60 cassettes (with a total playback time of 60 minutes). C-120 or C-180 cassettes have a very thin tape and cannot work well with automotive equipment.



Be careful not to peel off the sticker on the cassette, otherwise it may make it difficult to remove the cassette.


Do not touch the cassette tape.

Do not expose the cassette or radio to magnetized objects such as motors, speakers, or transformers.

Store cassettes in a cool, dry place with the open side down to prevent dust from entering the cassette.

Avoid rewinding the tape repeatedly while listening to one section of the tape. Doing so may loosen the tape tension, which may degrade the sound quality. If this happens, try rewinding the tape quickly from end to end several times. If this does not help, do not use this cassette in your vehicle.



The playback head and idler rollers are coated with residue from the tape, which can cause deterioration in sound quality such as hiss. They should be cleaned monthly using commercially available cleaning cassettes or a special solution available from specialized audio equipment stores. Follow the supplier's instructions and do not lubricate any part of the radio with oil.

Before inserting a cassette, make sure that the tape in the cassette is tight. Use a pencil to eliminate slack in the ribbon.

Note:

• Check the cassette before inserting it.
• If the tape is loose, remove any slack using a pencil or finger. If the sticker on the cassette comes off, do not insert the cassette into the radio. The tape of such a cassette may be dented by the drive mechanism when attempting to eject the cassette.
• Do not leave cassettes where they will be exposed to high temperatures or high humidity, such as on the front panel or inside the radio.
• If the cassette has been exposed to extreme heat or cold, allow it to cool or warm before using it.