To check the leader position:

1.Press in the door lock (item C in Figure 46 on page 165) to release the cartridge door.

2.While pressing in the door lock, push the tab down to open the door. Be careful not to touch the tape after opening the door.

—Verify that the spring-loaded hub (item B in Figure 46 on page 165) is centered within the circular opening on the bottom of the tape cartridge. Gently press the hub and make sure that it springs back into place.

Figure 46 Leader in Correct Position, Hub and Door Lock Tab

A Appendix

A

Tape leader

C

Door lock

 

 

 

 

B

Spring-loaded hub

 

 

 

 

 

 

Appendix A

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