About this item
It’s just an old VCR—until childhood memories are at risk. Clean your existing VCR player with the Best Buy essentials BE-HCL302 VCR Video Head Cleaner for improved picture and sound quality. A cleaning cassette tape removes dust and dirt from your VCR in about 20 seconds for a quick and easy clean. The system also includes cleaning fluid, so you have everything you need. Let Best Buy help you keep your memories intact with a cleaning system designed to keep your VCR functioning smoothly.
Works with most VCRs
Removes dust and dirt from your existing VCR device.
Improves picture and sound quality
Use after every 20 hours of VCR playback for best results.
Cleaning cassette tape
Cleans VCR heads and tape in about 20 seconds.
Cleaning fluid
Loosens and removes debris to clean your VCR’s video head.
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Ingredient list
See the Manual & Guides section for a complete list of ingredients and other information.
What's Included
Best Buy essentials VCR Video Head Cleaner
Cleaning tape
Cleaning fluid
Manuals & Guides
Warranty Manual
Product Disclosure(s)
General
Product NameVCR Video Head CleanerBrandBest Buy essentials™Model NumberBE-HCL302ColorBlackColor CategoryBlack
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 yearManufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
Case IncludedNoIngredient(s)water, isopropyl/alchoholCompatibilityWorks with most VCRsUPC600603273759
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- A: Answer1. Put 3-4 drops of cleaning fluid in cleaning cassette's fluid fill hole. 2. Insert cleaning cassette into VCR and press Play. 3. After about 20 seconds, rewind cassette and eject.
Answered by BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
Q: QuestionI have 2 holes on the back. Which one do I put the drops in?(5 answers)
A: AnswerThe hole is on the back/thin side. What you would see when going into the deck. It's marked.Answered by PhilipF
- A: AnswerYou do need to puncture a hole in the nozzle. Worked fine after that.
Answered by Kerstin
Q: QuestionWhat's the difference between this wet cleaner and the dry VHS cassette cleaner ?(4 answers)
A: AnswerThe cleaning fluid loosens and removes debris to clean your VCR’s video head.Answered by BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
- A: AnswerThe Best Buy essentials™ VCR Video Head Cleaner (Model: BE-HCL302) could help resolve the tracking issues you’re experiencing with your VCR. This cleaner is designed to remove dust and dirt from the video heads, which can improve both picture and sound quality. Here’s how to use it: Add Cleaning Fluid: Put 3-4 drops of the included cleaning fluid into the cleaning cassette’s fluid fill hole. Insert and Play: Insert the cleaning cassette into your VCR and press Play. Clean Cycle: Let it run for about 20 seconds, then rewind and eject the cassette. Regular cleaning can help maintain the performance of your VCR. If the problem persists, it might be worth checking if there are any mechanical issues with the VCR itself. If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask! - Mae | BestBuy Essential Support | https://www.bestbuy.com/site/brands/best-buy-brands/pcmcat1596746025285.c?id=pcmcat1596746025285
Answered by BestBuyEssentialsSupport Team
- A: AnswerIt runs for a few seconds, rewinds, and ejects after running its cycle. It there is old, torn off vhs tape that is still in the vcr, it might be causing the problem. It happens a lot.
Answered by JamesSmith
Review Summary
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 126 reviews
4.5Rating by feature
- 4.5Value
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
- 4.4Quality
Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars
- 4.6Ease of Use
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers enjoy how easy it is to use the VCR Video Head Cleaner. Many customers found that the cleaner works well and are happy with the results. Some customers were concerned about their old VCRs, but were pleased that the cleaner worked well on their old machines. Overall, customers are satisfied with the VCR Video Head Cleaner and found it to be an effective solution for cleaning their VCRs.
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Best Buy essentials™ - VCR Video Head Cleaner - Black
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