How to Clean an Xbox Game Disc
Mix a solution of even parts isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol and water., Hold the disc by the hole in the middle and the outer edges., Dip a microfiber cloth into the mixture., Wipe the disc from the center straight out to the edge., Place the disc...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Mix a solution of even parts isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol and water.
Isopropyl alcohol is a powerful cleaning agent, and you can get it for cheap from most grocery stores.
If you don't have isopropyl alcohol, window cleaner will work as well. -
Step 2: Hold the disc by the hole in the middle and the outer edges.
Avoid touching any of the disc surface. , Microfiber is very tightly-woven, and is soft to the touch.
It will pick up dirt and dust without scratching the disc's surface.Don't use tissue, paper, towels, or cotton to wipe the disc.
These materials all pose a scratching risk. , Rotate the disc and wipe again from the center to the edge.
Keep rotating until the entire disc has been wiped.
Wipe straight from the center instead of in circles.
Wiping in circles around the disc can increase the risk of scratching., Allow the disc to air dry, but don't place it in direct sunlight.
Isopropyl alcohol should only take a few seconds to dry; window cleaner may take a little longer.
Avoid drying with a dry cloth, as this can promote scratching. -
Step 3: Dip a microfiber cloth into the mixture.
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Step 4: Wipe the disc from the center straight out to the edge.
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Step 5: Place the disc bottom-up for a few moments to dry.
Detailed Guide
Isopropyl alcohol is a powerful cleaning agent, and you can get it for cheap from most grocery stores.
If you don't have isopropyl alcohol, window cleaner will work as well.
Avoid touching any of the disc surface. , Microfiber is very tightly-woven, and is soft to the touch.
It will pick up dirt and dust without scratching the disc's surface.Don't use tissue, paper, towels, or cotton to wipe the disc.
These materials all pose a scratching risk. , Rotate the disc and wipe again from the center to the edge.
Keep rotating until the entire disc has been wiped.
Wipe straight from the center instead of in circles.
Wiping in circles around the disc can increase the risk of scratching., Allow the disc to air dry, but don't place it in direct sunlight.
Isopropyl alcohol should only take a few seconds to dry; window cleaner may take a little longer.
Avoid drying with a dry cloth, as this can promote scratching.
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