This document is an instruction manual for the "1541/1571 Drive Alignment" program by Free Spirit Software Inc. The program is designed to help users align their Commodore 64/128, C-64, C-64C, and SX-64 disk drives, specifically the 1541, 1541C, and 1571 models. It offers on-screen help, features for speed and head stop adjustment, and instructions for loading the program even if the drive is severely misaligned. The manual explains why disk drives need alignment, detailing the mechanical processes involved. It provides step-by-step disassembly and adjustment procedures for the 1541 and 1571 drives, including diagrams. It also covers checking and adjusting drive motor speed and head stop position for the 1541 (and SX-64), noting that these are not adjustable on the 1571. The document includes a special note for C-128/1571 users regarding potential loading issues and a limited warranty. A notice is also included for users in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, specifying a different ideal drive speed.
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