How To Repair A Scratched Cd Repair Guide

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6

Time Required

                          5 - 10 minutes            

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Step 1

              How to Repair a Scratched CD               

• Rinse the disc with water and wipe clean to remove any dust or dirt.

Rinse the disc with water and wipe clean to remove any dust or dirt.

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Step 2

• Apply a rubbing compound, moving from the center of the disc outwards.
• Use enough force to create a mirror polished surface when rubbing compound application is complete.
• We found that applying the rubbing compound for at least 30 seconds to 1 minute is sufficient.

Apply a rubbing compound, moving from the center of the disc outwards.

Use enough force to create a mirror polished surface when rubbing compound application is complete.

We found that applying the rubbing compound for at least 30 seconds to 1 minute is sufficient.

Step 3

• Let the CD sit for 5 minutes.

Let the CD sit for 5 minutes.

Step 4

• Wipe the CD clean with a new rag, removing any excess compound.

Wipe the CD clean with a new rag, removing any excess compound.

Step 5

• Apply a thin coat of car wax directly to the CD, using a circular application method.
• Apply in either small circular motions or large motions that follow the circumference of the disc.

Apply a thin coat of car wax directly to the CD, using a circular application method.

Apply in either small circular motions or large motions that follow the circumference of the disc.

Step 6

• Wipe the CD clean, removing any excess wax.

Wipe the CD clean, removing any excess wax.

Congratulations! You have successfully repaired the scratched CD!

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