Xerox 180 - Manual (Page 276)

MAINTENANCE TASKS
11-20 XEROX DOCUPRINT 180 LPS OPERATOR GUIDE
Cleaning the 18/36 track cartridge tape drive
You must clean the 18/36 track cartridge tape drive regularly to keep
it functioning properly. You can clean the:
• Tape path
• Cartridges.
Cleaning supplies A cleaning cartridge is shipped with each 18/36 track cartridge tape
drive. This cartridge should be replaced after 500 uses.
When to clean the tape drive
When the tape drive needs to be cleaned, CLEAN appears in the
message display after a cartridge is unloaded and during a rewind or
locate operation.
Caution: Never power off the tape drive without following the
cleaning procedure once the CLEAN message has appeared.
Cleaning procedures
This section lists the steps to clean the tape path and the cartridge.
Cleaning the tape path
To clean the tape path:
Step 1. Remove any cartridge loaded in the tape drive.
Step 2. Insert the cleaning cartridge.
Caution: The cleaning cartridge must be undamaged and
clean.
The cleaning cycle takes approximately 15 seconds.
Step 3. Remove the cleaning cartridge when it is unloaded.
Step 4. Mark the usage on the tape label. Do not use a grease pencil.
Cleaning a cartridge
Before inserting a cartridge, inspect it for damage or dirt.
If the cartridge is dirty, wipe the outside surfaces with a lint-free cloth.