HP 20-Feb Removing a Stuck DLT Tape, Ensure that the spring-loaded latch has been rotated outward

Figure 48 Rewinding a Tape in the DLT Drive Module

Removing a Stuck DLT Tape

Use the following procedure and Figure 49 to remove a tape stuck in a DLT drive module:

1.Ensure that the tape has been rewound. See Manually Rewinding a Stuck DLT Tape on page 151.

2.Locate the spring-loaded latch near the opening on the drive module, and push it outward (item 1 in Figure 49). Ensure that you move both parts of the latch.

3.While holding the latch outward, rotate the thumb-wheel (drive gear) until the tape ejects (item 2 in Figure 49).

Note	If turning the thumb-wheel does not eject the tape, or if you
	encounter high resistance in turning the thumb-wheel, check to
	ensure that the spring-loaded latch has been rotated outward.

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