AIT Data Cartridge
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Precautions on Handling
Operational precautions
Before use
• If the AIT data cartridge is damaged, deformed or bent, do not use it.
• If the AIT data cartridge is exposed to an environment other than the operating or
storage environment, expose it to the operating environment for a longer time than the
period when it is exposed to other environment (for 8 hours at maximum) before use. If
temperature is greatly different between the storage site and the operating site, do not
rush the cartridge into the operating environment. Leave the AIT data cartridge in
temperature of the operating site with temperature gradient set to 10
°
C/hour.
Mounting to the Built-In AIT
Set the cartridges as explained in “Setting the AIT data cartridge”. Close the empty
protective case firmly and store it in a place free of dust and dirt.
After use
Be sure to put the AIT data cartridge that you used in the protective case and store it in a
place free of dust and dirt. You can place it horizontally or vertically.
General precautions
Tape cover
Tape surface
• Do not touch a tape by hands. Do not
open or close the tape cover.
• Do not bring a substance which
generate magnetic close to the
cartridge.
• Do not place the cartridge in a place
subject to direct sunlight or a place
near a heater.
• Do not apply strong shock.
• Avoid handling the cartridge while
eating or drinking. Take due
consideration not to adhere thinner or
alcohol to the cartridge.
• Insert the cartridge to the Built-In AIT gently and carefully.
