Replacing The Air Filter - Spectra TFinity User Manual

Chapter 14 — Maintaining the Library
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A set of fans mounted in the lower front of each main frame, drive frame,
and service frame pull cool air into the library and circulate it to maintain
the temperature within an acceptable range. The air filters ensure that the
air pulled into the library is free of contaminants. A clogged air filter can
cause operational problems due to excessive temperatures inside the
library.
You should inspect the filters at least once every three months as part of
your preventive maintenance procedures. If a filter appears to be clogged,
continue with the steps in this section.
Some environments may require more frequent filter inspection and replacement.
Caution
If an air filter gets clogged quickly, consider moving the library to a more dust-free
location or improve the environment where it is located.
Spectra Logic recommends keeping one or more new air filters on site to
use for replacement as often as is necessary. To purchase replacement air
filters, contact your sales representative (see Contacting Spectra Logic on
page 7).
Before You Begin...
Confirm that the Filter Needs To Be Replaced Because dust primarily
collects at the bottom of the air filter, it can be rotated 180°, top to bottom,
one time before it needs to be replaced.
Gather the Following Tools and Supplies Gather these supplies before
beginning the procedure:
 A new filter from Spectra Logic
 A flat blade screwdriver (big filters)
 A #2 Phillips screwdriver (small filters)
Continue Library Operations While Replacing the Filter It is safe to
continue normal library operations, such as backups, while rotating or
replacing the air filter.
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