Service manual

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• DO NOT use MAGNETIZED tools when repairing or adjusting a disk drive.
• DO NOT place a disk drive near any device which generates "noise" e.g., - motors, radios
televisions.
• DO NOT stack drives upon each other or in any way inhibit air flow around the unit. HEAT
BUILD-UP can cause disk failures.
• Periodically CLEAN the read/write head with 90% isopropyl alcohol and a cotton swab.
CHECK load pad for excess wear. Clean or replace as necessary.
• Take the following precautions when handling a diskette:
ALWAYS store a diskette in its jacket.
Use ONLY felt-tip pens when writing on the label of a diskette.
Do not bend or physically damage a diskette.
Do not place a diskette in the area of a magnetic field.
Do not attempt to clean a diskette.
Do not touch the exposed area of a diskette.
• DIAGNOSTIC and ADJUSTMENT procedures are outlined in detail on the diagnostic disk
(Commodore Part #31405101). A manual has been added to the diagnostic package. It
contain descriptions of testing procedures and adjustment methods.