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Reattaching a Leader Pin
The first meter of tape in a cartridge is leader tape. Once the leader tape has been
removed there is a possibility of tape breakage. After reattaching the leader pin,
transfer data from the defective tape cartridge. Do not reuse the defective tape
cartridge.
The Leader Pin Reattachment Kit contains three parts:
Figure D-12. Leader Pin Reattachment Kit
v Leader pin attach tool ( 1 ). A plastic brace that holds the cartridge door open.
v Cartridge manual rewind tool ( 2 ). A device that fits into the cartridge's hub
v Pin supplies ( 3 ). Leader pins and C-clips.
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and lets you wind the tape into and out of the cartridge.
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