The 9914 Streamer requires no preventive maintenance, but routine cleaning is essential if low error rates are to be achieved. At an installation where the 9914 has not previously been used, the cleaning schedule below should be initiated. The tape path should be inspected at regular intervals, and the error rates monitored, until a less frequent schedule can be implemented.
Cleaning Schedules and Equipment
Assembly
Cleaning Frequency
Suitable Cleaner
Heads, Tape Cleaner,Bollards, Rollers
Daily if in continuous tape motion
Freon TF,'Arklone P', or 'Safeclean' with lint free
cloth / foam swabs
Tacho Roller
As above
As above
Supply Reel, and Clamp Pad
Every 100 loads
As above
Painted Surfaces
As required
'Foamclene' and soapy water with lint-free cloth
Tape Path Cover
As required
'Astapol' or 'Audiocare' or 'Croxtine' with anti-static cloth

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