LAB 2250  (420-2921)      Care and Maintenance         Faxback Doc. # 6263

The Optimus LAB-2250 Automatic Belt-Drive Linear-Tracking Turntable is an
example of superior design and craftsmanship.  The following suggestions
will help you care for your turntable so that you can enjoy it for years.

    *  Keep the turntable dry.  If it does get wet, wipe it dry
       immediately.  Liquids can contain minerals that corrode electronic
       circuits.

    *  Do not force the tone arm or try to turn the platter counter
       clockwise.  Doing so might damage your turntable's internal
       mechanism.

    *  Use and store the turntable only in normal temperature
       environments.  Extreme temperatures can shorten the life of
       electronic devices, damage batteries, and can distort or melt
       plastic parts.

    *  Handle the turntable gently and carefully.  Dropping it can damage
       its case and cause the turntable to work improperly.

    *  Keep the dust cover closed except when you position or remove a
       record.  Dust accumulation on the stylus can cause distortion and
       premature stylus and record wear.

    *  Wipe the turntable with a dampened cloth occasionally to keep it
       looking new.  Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or
       strong detergents to clean the turntable or its dust cover.

REPLACING THE STYLUS

The supplied stylus provides many months of service with normal use.  A
dirty or worn stylus causes rough, distorted sound and damages records.
Clean or replace the stylus when you notice these signs of wear.  The
local Tandy store carries the proper replacement stylus and stylus
cleaning accessories.

To replace the stylus:

  1.  Press [POWER].

  2.  Press and hold [ << ] to move the tone arm approximately 2 inches
      from the tone-arm rest.

  3.  Firmly grasp the cartridge and gently pull down on the stylus to
      remove it.

  4.  Insert the new stylus.

RECORD CARE

    *  Always hold the records by the edges.  Touching the grooved surface
       can leave fingerprints that can collect dust and dirt.

    *  Always return the records to their jackets immediately after use.
       This protects your records from dust and scratches.

    *  Store your records in a vertical position and protect them from
       extreme temperatures, moisture, and direct sunlight.

The local Tandy store carries full line of record cleaning accessories so
you can keep your records in top condition.

(CJD/rlr-04/05/94)