HP Surestore Tape Library Model 10/588, Hardware Manual

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Maintaining Cartridges
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Maintaining Cartridges
The following sections describe how to store and clean cartridges.
Storing Cartridges
When you store a cartridge:
• Do not take a cartridge out of its protective wrapping until you are ready to
use it.
• Store cartridges in a clean environment that duplicates the conditions of the
room in which they are used.
• Before using a cartridge, make sure that it has been in its operating
environment for at least 24 hours.
Cleaning the Cartridge Exterior
CAUTION:
Do not use certain solvents to remove labels or to clean cartridges
because they can damage the cartridges. Do not use acetone,
trichloroethane, toluene, xylene, benzene, ketone, methylethyl ketone,
methylene chloride, ethyldichloride, esters, ethyl acetate, or similar
chemicals.
Wipe all dust, dirt, and moisture from the cartridge with a lint-free cloth.