On The Disk Cartridges; Other Points Requiring Attention - Sony RMO-S561 Mode D'emploi

■ Moving the disk unit
Be sure to remove the disk cartridge when the
disk unit is not being used. Also never move or
transport the unit with the disk cartridge still
inserted.
While in operation, the disk rotates at a high
speed. Moving the disk unit at such a time may
disturb the spinning disk and cause it to be
damaged. Always remove the disk cartridge
before moving your disk unit.
■ If problems occur
If any problems occur, turn off the power and
unplug the disk unit, contact your dealer.

On the Disk Cartridges

• Do not drop the disk cartridge or subject it to
any violent shocks or vibration.
• Do not disassemble the disk cartridge. It is a
precision component and has been carefully
adjusted at the factory prior to shipment.
• Do not open the disk cartridge's shutter
manually or touch the disk inside. The shutter is
designed to open automatically when the
cartridge is inserted into the disk unit.
• Do not use the cartridge under ambient
conditions of high humidity or wide
temperature fluctuations. Moisture from
condensation may make it impossible to read or
write data.
• Avoid inserting and ejecting the disk cartridge
more than is necessary.
• Always eject and remove the disk cartridge
from the disk unit after using it.
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Chapter 4 Precautions

Other Points Requiring Attention

■ Electrical noise
The high-frequency signal generated by the disk
unit may cause interference or static on other
electrical appliances such as radios, televisions
and audio tuners. If this should occur, move the
disk unit a little farther away from the affected
appliance.
■ Maintenance
Clean the cabinet with a dry soft cloth, or with a
soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of solvent, such as
alcohol or benzine, which may damage the finish.
■ Storing disk cartridges
• Store the disk cartridges in their cases.
• Do not leave the cartridges exposed to direct
sunlight or excessive heat, like on the dashboard
or in the glove compartment of an automobile.
Do not store the disk cartridges under the
following conditions.
– Excessive dust and debris
– Exposure to direct sunlight
– Near a heat source
– High humidity