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105MB DRIVE/CARTRIDGE CARE & HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Introduction
It is essential to properly handle the various types of removable cartridge media that
can be used in McIAS systems. It is equally important to know how to use the drive
correctly. Observing the precautions and following the procedures described in this
document will maintain reliable operation and secure data storage. Refer to the
"Removable Cartridge Guide" to determine which type of drive and cartridge is used in
your system.
WARNING ! THE CORRECT CARTRIDGE MUST BE USED IN THE CORRECT
DRIVE, OTHERWISE DAMAGE TO THE DRIVE AND/OR CARTRIDGE
CAN OCCUR.
Handling and Safety Precautions
• Observe Electrostatic-discharge (ESD) precautions.
• Never leave a cartridge partially inserted in the drive.
• Only use Cognitronics approved cartridge media.
• Make sure the cartridge media is the correct type for the drive.
• Keep the cartridge media free of dust and dirt by placing it in the protective case
when not in use.
• Allow the cartridge media to stabilize at room temperature before using it in the
system.
• Do not store or use the cartridge in direct sunlight.
• Do not place heavy objects on the cartridge.
• Do not apply cleaners or lubricants to the drive or cartridge.
• Never open the cartridge; this may contaminate the recording surface.
• Never leave the cartridge in the drive when moving the system.
• Do not drop the cartridge.
• Do not use a bulk tape-eraser on the cartridge media. This will destroy the
embedded servo information.
• Never apply a cartridge label over another cartridge label.
• Do not write on the cartridge label with a graphite pencil.
• Do not expose the cartridge to magnetic fields.
• Never manually eject the cartridge from the drive using the "Emergency Eject Hole"
unless power to the system is OFF. Wait 30 seconds after using the Emergency
Eject Hole for the cartridge to stop spinning before removing the cartridge from the
drive.
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