SCP-52  (140-1092)          Care and Maintenance       Faxback Doc. # 9831

CLEANING THE TAPE-HANDLING PARTS

Smoke, dust or particles from cassette tape coating can accumulate on the
tape-handling parts.  This greatly reduces the cassette player's
performance.

We recommend you clean the tape-handling parts once every 20 hours of
operation.

Disconnect the power adapter and remove the batteries.  Then press PLAY to
expose the capstan, pinch roller, and tape head.  Clean these parts with
a cotton swab dipped in tape-head cleaning solution.  When you finish,
press STOP to release the tape-handling parts.  Radio Shack stores sell a
complete line of cassette player cleaning accessories.

DEMAGNETIZING THE TAPE HEAD

For the best sound quality, we recommend you demagnetize the tape head
once every 10 hours of use.  Use a tape head demagnetizer (available at
your local Radio Shack store) and carefully follow the instructions.

CARING FOR THE CASSETTE PLAYER

The Radio Shack SCP-52 Auto Reverse Stereo Cassette Player with
Bass Boost is an example of superior design and craftsmanship.  The
following suggestions will help you care for the cassette player so you
can enjoy it for years.

    Keep the cassette player dry.  If it gets wet, wipe it dry
    immediately.  Some liquids contain minerals that can corrode
    electronic circuits.

    Use and store the cassette player only in normal temperature
    environments.  Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic
    devices, damage batteries, and distort or melt plastic parts.

    Handle the cassette player gently and carefully.  Dropping it can
    damage the circuit boards and cause it to work improperly.

    Keep the cassette player away from dust and dirt, which can cause
    premature wear of parts.

    Wipe the cassette player with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it
    looking new.  Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong
    detergents to clean the cassette player.

Modifying or tampering with the cassette player's internal components can
cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty.  If your cassette
player is not performing as it should, take it to your local Radio Shack
store for assistance.

(br/all-02/28/95)