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Best way to clean CD player lens?

I tried to find previous discussions by entering; CD lens cleaning, CD payer cleaning, etc. but came up with zip.

Anyway, I have a Sony SCD333 player that I have owned for a few years and have never cleaned the lens. I removed the cover and the lens was totaly inaccessable to my naked eye.
I used to use an small air compressor with my old unit since the lens was right in sight. Any ideas on what I should use without the old "spinning lens brush" CD or taking my player apart? Or is the brush the way to go? I am trying to avoid sending it to a shop as this should be routine maintenance. Is it visable & I missed it? Please let me know the trick!
Thanks in advance, John
jsd52756
aball
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Hi John
I had the same thought the other day. However my conclusion was the same as Sean's: if it ain't broke, why fix it? I am still not sure if it's the best way but this is what I am sticking to for now.

I haven't taken my C333ES apart before but I am surprised the lens wasn't visible. But if that is the case, then chances are it is clean! lol.

Arthur
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jsd52756 OP
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I like the answers. Yes it is clean inside, but I live in a very rural area which does have alot of dust. Near the high desert in So. Cal. Some Cd's have been chocking lately but perhaps it is their condition.
Happy Holidays & thanks! -John
metralla
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In the Sony Service manual for your unit they recommend that the ONLY way to clean the lens is with compressed air. I have the same unit as you and I have the Service Manual.

Regards,
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jsd52756 OP
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So do you do yours by using a slim nozzle and spraying in the genreal area of the lens? I feel the air would not hurt anything. Have you done it?
-John
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