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

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Chapter 5. Media
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When the tape is properly centered, a 0.25-mm (0.01-in.) gap exists on
both sides of the pin.
Figure 5-15. Attaching the leader pin to the tape
11. Close the pivot arm of the leader pin attach tool by swinging it over the leader
pin so that the C-clip snaps onto the pin and the tape.
12. Swing the pivot arm open and trim the excess tape so that it is flush with the
reattached leader pin .
13. Use your fingers to remove the leader pin from the cavity in the leader pin
attach tool.
14. Use the cartridge manual rewind tool to wind the tape back into the cartridge
(wind the tape clockwise). Ensure that the leader pin is latched by the
pin-retaining spring clips on each end of the leader pin.
15. Remove the rewind tool.
16. Remove the leader pin attach tool by lifting its end up and away from the
cartridge.
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