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7. Fasten the leading end of the film to the dual-strand self-threader
with a minimum of 76 mm (3 in.) of Kodak Prostar Tape, or
equivalent.
8. Wind the self-threader onto the film reel.
NOTE: Make sure the tape does not extend over the edges of the
film or self-threader. Avoid leaving fingerprints on the
adhesive side of the tape.
9. Verify that the temperatures of the developer, film dryer, and water
are all within specification.
NOTE: Under normal operating conditions, the dryer will have
reached the operating temperature by the time you have
attached the self-threader.
If there is high humidity, low temperature, or low line
voltage, the dryer may take longer to reach the acceptable
operating temperature. In these situations, you may want to
wait until all three operating temperatures are acceptable
before you attach the self-threader.
10. Place the roll of film on the supply spindle of the #1 rack so the film
unwinds off the right side of the reel (when you are facing the front
of the Archive Processor).
The emulsion (dull) side of the film and the gray side of the self-
threader both must face the left side of the Archive Processor.
11. Place the self-threader on top of the racks.
12. Load the second roll of microfilm on the spindle of the #2 developer
rack so that it unwinds from the right. Hold the film in place with your
index finger to prevent the film from unwinding.
Self-threader
A-62051 May 2008