Library Operation | Removing a Cartridge From the Gripper Assembly |
Removing a Cartridge From the Gripper Assembly
The hand assembly can be in any position when the tape library loses power. Before you can remove the cartridge, the hand assembly must be facing the front left arrays and aligned with an empty slot.
If the hand assembly is facing right:
1.Gently turn the hand to the left.
2.Slide the hand assembly along the rail until the gripper is positioned across from an empty slot and close to you.
3.Continue with the following steps.
If the hand assembly is facing left:
1.Turn the gripper belt to extend the gripper until the release screw is accessible.
2.Use a small, flat blade screwdriver to turn the screw 1/4 turn clockwise until the cartridge is released.
3.Push the cartridge into a slot.
4.Gently push the gripper back into the hand.
5.Slide the hand assembly toward the back of the tape library.
6.Remove the cartridge from the slot, or leave it there.
SL500 (M852x) Tape Library Installation and User’s