Cleaning the open-reel tape drive, Tape drive cleaning schedule – Xerox 180 User Manual
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MAINTENANCE TASKS
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XEROX DOCUPRINT 180 LPS OPERATOR GUIDE
Cleaning the terminal and the exterior surfaces of the system
Clean the display with a soft, lint-free cloth dampened with a glass or
lens and mirror cleaner. Do not spray the liquid directly onto the
display since it may cause damage.
Although the keyboard may seldom need to be cleaned, the exterior
surfaces of the system controller and printer should be cleaned daily,
if possible. Clean the keyboard and exterior surfaces with a mild
household detergent which has been poured or sprayed onto a cloth
lightly dampened with water. Do not saturate the cloth; just dampen
it. Liquids must not be allowed to drip onto anything electrical or
mechanical. For the same reason, never spray or pour the cleaner
directly onto the keyboard or the exterior surfaces of the
system.
Cleaning the open-reel tape drive
The open-reel tape drive must be cleaned regularly to keep it
functioning properly. Clean the:
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Tape path
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Exterior of the tape drive.
Note:
Use Isopropyl alcohol and lint free swabs to perform the
cleaning of the tape drive.
Tape drive cleaning schedule
When first using the open-reel tape drive, follow this cleaning
schedule:
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If the tape drive is used continuously, clean the following parts
daily:
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Tape heads
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Tape cleaner
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Bollards
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Rollers
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Tacho roller.
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Clean after 100 tape loads:
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Supply reel
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Clamp pads.
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Clean as required:
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Painted surfaces
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Tape path cover.
Figure 11-21 shows the location of the tape path components.