"Can not format this disk. This may be the wrong type of disk, or the disk may be defective. Please change the floppy disk." message appearing on the LCD. What does it mean and how do I clear it?

This message is displayed when the floppy disk can not be formatted.

If the operation procedure was correct, the machine will beep once.

If the operation procedure was incorrect, the machine will beep twice or four times.

To turn the alarm on or off, press .

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