Model 36  (160-0706)       Care and Maintenance         Faxback Doc. # 6533

The Model 36 VHS Multi-System VCR is an example of superior design and
craftsmanship.  The following suggestions will help you care for the VCR
so you can enjoy it for years.

Keep the VCR dry.  If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.  Liquids can
contain minerals that corrode the electronic circuits.

Handle the VCR gently and carefully.  Dropping it can damage its circuit
boards and case and can cause it to work improperly.

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

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

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

Do not spray cleaners or insecticides near the VCR.  Such chemicals might
damage and discolor the exposed surfaces.

Your VCR has ventilation holes to allow heat to dissipate properly.
Obstructing these holes or placing your VCR in a confined location can
prevent proper ventilation and cause malfunctions.

Modifying or tampering with your VCR's internal components can cause a
malfunction and might invalidate the VCR's warranty or void your FCC
authority to operate it.  If your VCR is not operating as it should, take
it to your local Radio Shack store for assistance.

STORING VIDEO CASSETTES

Unless you are making an automatic timer recording, eject and store the
cassettes before you turn off the VCR.  This helps protect the cassette
and the VCR's internal mechanism from dust.

Place your video cassettes in their protective boxes and store them in a
cool, dry, dust free environment.  Store the cassettes on end, not on
their sides.  This prevents improper settling of the tape inside the
cassette.

Note:  Tape can become wound too tightly around the cassette's spools
       after numerous playings.  This can cause the cassette to improperly
       load and automatically eject when you insert it.  On most
       cassettes, there is a brake-release plunger on the bottom center of
       the cassette.  Use the tip of a pen or pencil to press the plunger.
       This loosens the tape.

HEAD CLEANING

Dirty video heads cause the playback picture to blur, even if the recorded
signal is clear.  However, video head cleaning is a delicate operation,
requiring a trained technician.

Clean the heads only when picture quality is affected.

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