Panasonic LF-D102U - Manual (Page 7)

OPERATING PRECAUTIONS
Handling
When operating the DVD-RAM drive
• Do not instaii on a sheif or other high place.
• Do not touch the DVD-RAM drive or its cable connector area. {Doing so may cause it to maifunction.)
• The DVD-RAM drive can be installed horizontally or vertically.
• Do not move the DVD-RAM drive during operation. (Doing so may damage the equipment.)
• Do not leave the tray out. (Doing so will allow dust to get inside the DVD-RAM drive and may damage it.)
• Only load DVD-RAM discs, PD cartridges, and designated 12 cm discs in the tray. (Loading other types of discs or other
media may damage the drive.)
• Do not open or close the tray while pressing on the shutter (doing so may damage the DVD-RAM drive).
• Do not force the shutter open (doing so may damage the DVD-RAM drive).
• Do not bring magnets or magnetic objects near the DVD-RAM drive. (Operation may become unstable due to the effects of
the magnetism.)
• Do not use the DVD-RAM drive when condensation has formed in or on it.
[When the DVD-RAM drive is suddenly taken from a cold place to a warm location, droplets of water(condensation) will
form, causing the drive to malfunction. In such cases, remove the disc and leave the DVD-RAM drive standing for about an
hour before proceeding with operation.]
• Do not expose the DVD-RAM drive to the sprays from volatile insecticides, etc. (Doing so may deform the external cabinet
or cause the paint to peel off.)
• If the DVD-RAM drive is used near a radio or TV set and it causes interference with reception, place it at least 6'6 "
(2 meters) away from the set or use a main outlet which does not share power with the set.
When moving or transporting the DVD-RAM drive
• Before moving the DVD-RAM drive , remove all media, turn off the DVD-RAM drive , and disconnect the AC
power supply cord.
• Repackage the DVD-RAM drive in its packaging before shipping it.
• Ensure the DVD-RAM drive is not dropped or hit during shipment.
Maintenance
Maintaining the DVD-RAM drive's panel surfaces
• Turn the DVD-RAM drive off and unplug the AC power supply cord from the household AC outlet.
• Gently wipe off the dirt using a soft dry cloth.
• To remove stubborn dirt, soak the cloth in some diluted kitchen neutral detergent, wring it out well, and then wipe clean.
• Observe any applicable precautions when using chemical cleaning cloths.
• Do not use benzine, paint thinners or other solvents.
Maintaining the lens and discs
• Dust, dirt, etc. will adhere to the DVD-RAM drive’s lens, DVD-RAM media, PD cartridges, CD-ROMs, CDs and DVD discs
over a prolonged period of use, possibly making it impossible for data to be read and/or written properly.
Although the exact period will differ according to the operating environment and number of times the DVD-RAM drive is
used, Panasonic recommends that maintenance be performed using the cleaners available as optional accessories once
every one to four months.
To maintain the DVD-RAM drive's lens
• Obtain the PD Lens Cleaner (model number: LF-K123LCA). Although this cleaner is for PD/CD-ROM drive, this can be
used with this DVD-RAM drive, too.
To maintain the media
• Obtain the DVD-RAM/PD Disc Cleaner (model number: LF-K200DCA).