18Before using the main unitIntroduction• Be sure to store discs in their cases and keep them out ofdirect sunlight. Discs can warp and become unusable.• Do not apply paper-based tape to either the recordingside or label side of a disc. Damage could result.• Do not use discs on which there are cracks or largewarps. Damage could result.• Do not touch the recorded side of a disc when handling it.(This is the side with the rainbow-coloured reflection.) Thedisc may become dirty and that could cause the sound toskip.• Using a disc that has become dirty can scratch the discand cause the sound to skip. Use a commerciallyavailable compact disc cleaner to clean a CD, wipinglightly from the centre to the edge.• You may notice that some brand new discs are rougharound the centre hole or outside edge. Remove therough edges with the side of a ballpoint pen, etc. Flakesfrom the rough edges may stick to the recorded surfaceand interfere with playback.About handling discsAbout new discsBallpoint penRough Edges
