How to handle media

Do not get fingerprints, oil or dirt on discs.

Take special care not to scratch discs when removing them from their cases.

Do not bend or heat discs.

Do not enlarge the hole in the center.

Do not write on the labeled (printed) surface with ball-point pens, pencils, etc., or stick new labels on discs.

Condensation may form on discs if they are moved suddenly from a cold place (outdoors for example) to a warm place, but do not try to dry discs with a hairdryer, etc.

Do not store discs in the following places:

Places exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time
Dusty or humid places
Places exposed to heat from heaters, etc.

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