Appendix B SDLTtape Cartridge Maintenance
Visual Inspection of DLTtape Cartridges
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2
Gently shake the tape cartridge. Listen for any rattling of loose pieces
inside the cartridge.
3
Locate the reel lock openings (see
) and verify that you can
see the reel locks.
The reel locks are small plastic tabs near the center of the reel lock
openings. They can be broken if the cartridge is dropped.
Figure 102 Location of the
Reel Locks and the Hub
4
Verify that the spring-loaded hub (see
) is centered within
the circular opening in the tape cartridge.
5
Gently press the hub, then release it. Make sure the hub springs back
into place and is still centered within its circular opening.
6
Open the tape cartridge door (see
a
Gently press up on the tab at the right side of the tape cartridge
door.
b
Swing the door open.
Caution:
If you hear anything loose inside the cartridge, do not
use the cartridge.
Caution:
If the reel locks are not visible, do not use the
cartridge.
Reel lock
opening
Reel lock
opening
Spring-
loaded hub
