RCA  CC633A  VHS  Camcorder
(160-0866)                 Care and Maintenance       Faxback Doc. # 34734

Cleaning the Camcorder

To clean the camcorder's exterior, remove any power source connected to the
camcorder and gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth.

CAUTION:  Use of strong cleaning products, such as those containing alcohol
          or benzene, may damage the camcorder.

Cleaning the Camcorder's Lens

To clean the camcorder's lens, blow it with a blower brush, and then gently
wipe the lens with cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning
solution designed for use on camera lens. Improper cleaning may scratch the
lens.

CAUTION:  Do not touch the lens with your fingers.  The oil from your skin
          can damage the lens.

Cleaning the Camcorder's Viewfinder

The viewfinder eyepiece can be removed for cleaning.

1.  Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out.

2.  Remove dust using a blower brush.

3.  Reattach the eyepiece by aligning the reference marks, and then turn
    the eyepiece clockwise until it clicks.

Proper Care and Storage

Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder's cassette door.  Dust and
grit are abrasive and will cause excessive wear to both the camcorder's
recording/playback heads and cassettes.

Always close the lens cover when the camcorder is not in use.

Before handling your camcorder make sure your hands and face are free from
any chemical products such as suntan lotion as it may damage the finish.

The camcorder can be damaged by improper storage or handling.  Do not
subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping.

Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below -22 degrees F (-30C) or
above 149 degrees F (65C).

When the camcorder is not in use always remove the cassette and AC adapter/
charger or battery.

Retain the original carton for future storage or shipping purposes.

Things to Avoid:

Do not attempt to disassemble your camcorder. There are no user serviceable
parts inside.

Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold
location to a warm location.  Give the camcorder 1-1/2 to 2 hours to reach
a stable temperature before inserting a cassette.  When the camcorder is
moved from cold to warm, condensation may cause the tape to stick to the
headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.

Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects.

Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
The resulting heat buildup could permanently damage the camcorder's internal
parts.

Do not operate the camcorder in extremely humid environments.

Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or salt water
spray may damage the internal parts of the camcorder.

Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below 40
degrees F (4 degrees C) or above 95 degrees F (35 degrees C).

Do not expose the camcorder or adapter/charger to rain or moisture.  If
either component becomes wet, turn off the power and take the unit to an
Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter.

Do not use an adapter/charger or batteries other than the ones specified
for the camcorder.  Use of the wrong accessories may cause damage to the
camcorder.


(BR/EB 9/19/96)

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