VI. Procedures for Compact Disks

1. Priorities for Compact Disks
2. Handling precautions for Compact Disks
3. Salvage and Recovery Procedures for Compact Disks

VI.1. Priorities for Compact Disks

• Treat CDs affected by mud, sewage, or sea water before those that are only wet
• Paper enclosures and inserts are usually coated paper. Handle separately as coated paper.

• Do not scratch either side of CDs. When drying them, wipe radially from the center to the outer edge. Do not wipe in a circular motion.

Mud or sewage affected CDs
• Wash in soapy water at room temperature
• Rinse in distilled water
• Air dry at room temperature or wipe gently with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth using a radial motion (straight line from center to outer edge)

  Sea water affected CDs

• Immerse in clean tap water as soon as possible
• Rinse in distilled water
• Air dry at room temperature or wipe gently with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth using a radial motion (straight line from center to outer edge)

  Fresh water affected CDs

• Rinse in distilled water
• Air dry at room temperature or wipe gently with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth using a radial motion (straight line from center to outer edge)

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