
Quantum DLT 8000 Tape System E-1
Appendix E
VISUAL INSPECTION PROCEDURE FOR DLTtape
CARTRIDGES
This appendix explains how to visually inspect a DLTtape Cartridge. Damaged cartridges
must not be used.
DLTtape CARTRIDGE GENERAL HANDLING GUIDELINES
• Always keep each tape cartridge in its protective plastic
case when it is not in the tape drive.
• When carrying tape cartridges in their cases, always orient
the cases so that the grooves in the cases interlock. This
prevents the cases from slipping apart and falling.
• Never stack the tape cartridges in a stack of more than five.
• Always observe the proper environmental conditions for
the storage of tape cartridges. Refer to the cartridge
reference card supplied with each cartridge.
• When placing tape cartridges in archival storage, make sure
you stand each tape cartridge vertically.
• Avoid placing tape cartridge near any sources of high
intensity magnetic fields, such as monitor or electric motors.
• Never apply adhesive labels or POST-IT notes on the top,
side, or bottom of your DLTtape cartridge. Only use the
user slide- in type label provided with each cartridge and
slide it over the label slot on the cartridge.
• Do not carry cartridges loosely in a box or any other
container. Allowing cartridges to hit together exposes them
to unnecessary physical shock.
• Do not touch or allow direct contact with tape or tape
leader. Dust or natural skin oils can contaminate the tape
and impact tape performance.
• Do not expose the tape cartridge to moisture or direct
sunlight.
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