some RM03 questions

From: Ed <quapla_at_xs4all.nl>
Date: Sun Dec 21 07:41:34 2003

Al Kossow wrote:
>
> here is the specific quote:
>
> www.bitsavers.org/pdf/dec/disc/RM05_Handbook.pdf
> pages 2-43 and 2-44
>
> " CDC does not recommend head or media cleaning on the 9766. <- same heads as RM03/9762
> The tolerances involved are much more critital than the
> RP06 or similar drives.
> Due to the 'Burnished media' technology used on these packs,
> the normal pack cleaning procedures tend to leave a residue
> on the platter surfaces. The media requires a special power
> wash cycle to insure that all the residue is removed. Again,
> only a keen eye trained to recognize a media defect can spot
> a problem inspecting a pack. CDC recommends a program of
> media inspection at certain intervals but will not recommend
> any cleaning. Therefore a clean environment and proper
> storage of media to prevent pack contamination is strongly
> suggested.
> "

Ok, I'll NOT clean the head then.....

Interesting link, I'll print the docs out tomorrow at the office.

In the mean time, I did disassemble the blower section and cleaned part
of it (lots of dust). The motor is making a lot of squeeking sounds, so
I greased the top ballbearing, the bottom one is a little more difficult
do, as the blowerfans are covering part of the motor.....

Thanks,

Ed
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