92 AIT Data Cartridge
Precautions on Handling
Operational precautions
Before use
• If the AIT data cartridge is damaged, deformed or bent, do not use it.
• If the AIT data cartridge is exposed to an environment other than the operating or storage
environment, expose it to the operating environment for a longer time than the period when it is
exposed to other environment (for 8 hours at maximum) before use. If temperature is greatly
different between the storage site and the operating site, do not rush the cartridge into the
operating environment. Leave the AIT data cartridge in temperature of the operating site with
temperature gradient set to 10
°
C/hour.
Mounting to the Built-In AIT
Set the cartridges as explained in “Setting the AIT data cartridge”. Close the empty protective case
firmly and store it in a place free of dust and dirt.
After use
Be sure to put the AIT data cartridge that you used in the protective case and store it in a place free
of dust and dirt. You can place it horizontally or vertically.
General precautions
Tape cover
Tape surface
• Do not touch a tape by hands. Do not
open or close the tape cover.
• Do not bring a substance which generate
magnetic close to the cartridge.
• Do not place the cartridge in a place
subject to direct sunlight or a place near a
heater.
• Do not apply strong shock.
• Avoid handling the cartridge while eating
or drinking. Take due consideration not
to adhere thinner or alcohol to the
cartridge.
• Insert the cartridge to the Built-In AIT gently and carefully.
