1. Press the Unload button. You can also issue a software command to unload
the tape. Refer to your system software manuals for the appropriate
command.
The yellow (Tape in Use) light blinks slowly as the tape rewinds and unloads
into the cartridge. That may take up to 90 seconds.
2. After the yellow light goes off and the green (Operate Handle) light comes on
(you hear a beep), pull the handle open.
CAUTION
Move the handle only after the yellow indicator light is off and the green
indicator light is on. Moving the handle while the yellow light is blinking
can damage the drive.
3. Remove the cartridge and store it in its container.
4. Push the drive handle closed.
The green light remains on, indicating there is power to the drive and you can
safely move the handle.
CAUTION
Remove the tape cartridge from the drive when the cartridge is not in use
or before you turn off the system. Failure to remove the cartridge can
damage it.
3.1.3.7 Summary of TK70 Tape Drive Controls and Indicator Lights
Table 3–4 summarizes the TK70 tape drive controls.
Table 3–4 TK70 Tape Drive Controls
Control
Position
Function
Handle
Open
Lets you insert or remove tape after rewind and
unload operations complete.
Closed
Locks tape in operating position and begins load
sequence.
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