IBM TS3500 - Leader Pin in the Incorrect and Correct Positions in a 3592 Tape Cartridge

If the leader pin in your 3592 tape cartridge becomes dislodged from its
pin-retaining spring clips, you must use the IBM Leader Pin Reattachment Kit
(part number 18P8887) to reposition it.
A leader pin that is improperly seated inside a cartridge can interfere with the
operation of the drive. Figure 56 shows a leader pin in the incorrect 1 and correct
2 positions.
To place the leader pin in its proper position, you will need the following tools:
v Plastic or blunt-end tweezers
v Cartridge manual rewind tool (from the Leader Pin Reattachment Kit, part
number 18P8887)
To reposition the leader pin, perform the following steps.
1. Slide open the cartridge door (see 1 in Figure 57 on page 191) and locate the
leader pin 2 (you may need to shake the cartridge gently to roll the pin
toward the door).
2. With plastic or blunt-end tweezers, grasp the leader pin and position it in the
pin-retaining spring clips 3.
3. Press the leader pin gently into the clips until it snaps into place and is firmly
seated.
4. Close the cartridge door.
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Figure 56. Leader pin in the incorrect and correct positions in a 3592 tape cartridge. The cartridge door is open and
the leader pin is visible inside the cartridge.
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