To Obsolete Media Tape Deck FAQ
AKAI GC-255 TAPE LOADING
Place a full reel of tape on the Supply Reel Table and an empty reel on
the Take-Up Reel Table.
Thread the tape as illustrated by the dotted lines
in the figure. Lock reels into place with Reel Retainers provided on reel
shafts.
* Be sure to thread tape through Tension Arm/Automatic Stop Lever.