Kenwood CT-403 - Manual (Page 18)

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When there is slack in the tape
In such a case, insert a pencil into the reel hole and wind the
reel hub to remove the slack.
Notes on cassette tape
Safety tab (accidental erasure prevention tab)
After an important recording has been finished, break the
safety tab, to prevent the recorded contents from being
erased or recorded on accidentally.
For pleasant use
To store cassette tapes
Do not store the tapes in a place which is subject to direct sun-
light, or near equipment that generates heat. Keep the cassette
tapes away from any magnetic field.
For B side
For A side
To re-record
Apply tape only to the position
where the tab has been removed.
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Notes Notes Notes
1. Longer tape than 110 minutes cassette tape
Since longer tape than 110 minutes cassette tape is
very thin, the tape could adhere to the pinch roller or be
easily cut. It is recommended that these tapes not be
used with this unit to prevent possible damage.
2. Endless tapes
Do not use an endless tape, as this could damage the mecha-
nism of the unit.
Demagnetizing the head
When the recording / playback head is magnetized,
the sound quality will be deteriorated. In such a case,
demagnetize the head using a commercially available
demagnetizer (head eraser).
There are precisely aligned parts around the
heads, including the tape guides.
When cleaning, pay special attention so as
not to apply shock to them.
Cleaning the heads and peripheral
components
For maintaining the best condition of the
deck and for longer service life, always keep
the head (recording / playback / erase), cap-
stan and pinch roller clean. To clean them,
perform the following:
1. Open the cassette holder.
2. Using a cotton swab dipped in alcohol,
clean the head (recording / playback /
erase), capstan and pinch roller carefully.
Cleaning the head section
Cotton Swab
Capstan
Head
Pinch roller
Cleaning
Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do
not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline,
or benzine, etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.
Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunc-
tion. Be specially careful against contact cleaners containing
oil, for they may deform the plastic components.
Note Note
Maintenance