IBM System Storage TS2900, Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

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TS2900 Tape Autoloader Setup, Operator, and Service Guide
Repositioning a Leader Pin
A leader pin that is improperly seated inside a cartridge can interfere with the
operation of the drive. Figure 5-8 shows a leader pin in the incorrect and correct
positions.
To place the leader pin in its proper position, you will need the following tools:
• Plastic or blunt-end tweezers
• Cartridge manual rewind tool (from Leader Pin Reattachment Kit, part number
08L9129)
Figure 5-8. Leader pin in the incorrect and correct positions
The cartridge door is open and the leader pin is visible inside the cartridge.
To reposition the leader pin, perform the following steps.
1. Slide open the cartridge door ( in Figure 5-9) and locate the leader pin (you
may need to shake the cartridge gently to roll the pin toward the door).
2. With plastic or blunt-end tweezers, grasp the leader pin and position it in the
pin-retaining spring clips .
3. Press the leader pin gently into the clips until it snaps into place and is firmly
seated.
4. Close the cartridge door.
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