NEC 5020M-16, NX7700i Cleaning the DAT Unit, Cleaning Schedule, Cleaning Medium for the DAT Unit

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2.2.9.4.Cleaning the DAT Unit

Wipe off the dusts on the DAT unit. See 2.2.9.5 to 2.2.9.7 for how to clean the DAT unit.

2.2.9.5.Cleaning Schedule

How often the DAT unit should be cleaned depends on the operating environment. The table below will be of some help.

Frequency of using data cartridge	Cleaning schedule
Use of one cartridge per day	Once a week
Use of 2 to 3 cartridges per day	Twice a week
Use of more than 3 cartridges per day	Everyday

Cleaning is important to remove accumulated dust on the magnetic head caused by running tapes and surrounding environment. Periodic cleaning is recommended.

2.2.9.6.Cleaning Medium for the DAT Unit

The cleaning cartridge can be used approximately 50 times.

Clean the drive head with this cartridge before using the new data cartridge. It is recommended to clean the head prior to writing or reading the DAT. Clean the head once a month even though the DAT unit is not used.

2.2.9.7.Life of Data Cartridge (Tape) for the DAT Unit

The life of data cartridge according to the frequency of use is shown below. It may be shortened depending on the operating environment (temperature, humidity, dust, etc.).

Frequency of using data cartridge	Life
Once a week/volume	Approx. one year
Three times a week/volume	Approx. half a year
Everyday	Approx. three months

The data cartridge is worn out every time it is read or written. It should be noted that using the worn-out cartridge will cause trouble. To prevent trouble caused by aged deterioration, storage of the data cartridge should not exceed five years.

2.2.9.8.Handling of the DAT Unit

Keep the following in mind for proper operation of the DAT unit:

•Do not move the DAT unit with the cleaning or data cartridge loaded.

•Take out the cleaning or data cartridge before turning off the DAT unit.

•Do not leave the DAT unit for a prolonged period of time with the cleaning or data cartridge loaded.

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