Chapter 6 73Other InformationHandling Discs• Don’t touch the disc’s signal surfaces. Hold by the edges or by one edge and the hole in the center.• Don’t affix labels or adhesive tape to label surfaces. Don’t scratch or damage the label.• Do not use damaged (cracked or warped) discs.Cleaning Discs• Dirty discs can cause reduced video and audio performance. Always keep discs clean by wiping them gentlywith a soft cloth from the inner edge toward the outer perimeter.• If a disc becomes very dirty, wet a soft cloth in water, wring it out well. Wipe the dirt away gently, andremove any water drops with a dry cloth.• Do not use record-cleaning sprays or anti-static agents on discs. Also, never clean the discs with benzene,thinner, or other volatile solvents which may cause damage to the disc surface.
