Can't read /floppy/type.txt

[ktb <xyf@inetnebr.com>]

I'm trying to install on an IBM ps/2 model 70.  I'm using an MCA Slink
rescue disk.  The computer reads the floppy fine until I get to the
point in the install that says, "Install operating system kernel and
modules."  I then get an error that reads,
Cannot read /floppy/type.txt : Invalid argument

I have a floppy directory with ". .." in it and a file called "type.txt"
with the word "root" in it.  They are both in the "/" directory.  Is the
error telling me to move the file "type.txt" to the floppy directory? 
How can I get the installation program to read my floppy drive?
Thanks,
kent