To use this vinyl record, first make sure your turntable is clean and in good working order. Gently place the record on the turntable, center it, and then drop the needle carefully onto the groove. When handling the record, always hold it by the edges to avoid getting fingerprints on the playing surface. As for maintenance, store the record in a cool, dry place, standing upright in a record sleeve. If the record gets dirty, you can use a record cleaning brush to gently remove dust. Also, be careful when opening the cover to prevent further damage to the existing small tear and spine split.