PACKING INSTRUCTIONS: (PLEASE use!!)
Remove any rack handles and pack them separately from the unit within the same
box because when the box is dropped, the trauma could cause them to cut
through the packing materials reducing it's protection.
If it's a cassette deck, to prevent the cassette door from opening or falling
off during shipping, place the unit in a plastic bag, then tightly wrap a band
of tape completely around the girth of the unit, so as to create pressure on
the door.
The original Nakamichi box and packing material may not be good enough to
protect your machine. Due to it's age, the nylon molded parts become brittle
requiring extra packing protection to prevent internal trauma damage. We
recommend that you place the original box into another that is at least 2
inches larger on all 6 sides. Use paper balls or some other packing material
between the two boxes as a shock absorber.
If you don't have the original Nakamichi box and packing material, then using
the LARGE bubble plastic wrap material as a shock absorber, tightly wrap MANY
layers that are at least 6 INCHES DEEP from all 6 surfaces and tape the
plastic wrap so it doesn't fall off. Then fit it SNUG in a STRONG box using
extra packing material, if necessary. DO NOT use air bag cushioning or foam
peanuts. The unit must be positioned in the center of the box and be able to
withstand a 10 FOOT drop on it's corner, edge or surface! If you are not
doing the packing yourself, observe and instruct the packer to the exact
procedure because it's the shipping company's policy to refuse to pay a damage
claim if the unit doesn't meet their packing standards. Therefore, over-pack
because many specialized replacement parts are no longer available.
Insurance:
Insure it against loss or damage for the replacement value. YOUR name, return
address and phone number MUST be on the outside of the box or we can't accept
the shipment.
In The Box:
Enclose a copy of the completed Return Authorization Form. If it's a cassette
deck, include a blank sample of each tape type that you will be using for
recording.