HP Compaq StorageWorks TL881 DLT Mini-Library User Manual
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F-4 Compaq TL881 Minilibrary System Users Guide
CAUTION: If the leader is out of position, do NOT use the cartridge; it can cause
the drive takeup leader to fail.
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Figure F-2. Correct and incorrect cartridge (takeup) leader positions
1 Acceptable
5 Buckling link hook
2 Buckling link
6 Buckling link
3 Takeup leader
7 Takeup leader notch
4 Not acceptable
8 Takeup leader nose
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Verify that the two reel lock levers are in position: one is located on the
same surface as the cartridge leader door, the other is located on the
bottom of the cartridge near the front left-hand corner. Both reel locks
should be visible and in the same position as a cartridge that has not
been dropped.
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Verify that the hub reel is flush with the case surface. If the hub reel is
compressed it could become misaligned