Chapter 9 Connecting Optical Cables
Installation and Commissioning Manual
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Dry the connector surfaces with canned, oil-free compressed air or let
them air dry for 5 seconds.
Step 13 Inspect the connector again. If the contaminant still cannot be
removed, repeat the cleaning procedure using a fresh surface on the
pad.
Step 14 Attach the fiber connector plug to the corresponding receptacle. If the
cleaned connectors are not going to be used right away, cover them
with protective caps/plugs to prevent contamination.
End of Procedure
Cleaning and Inspecting Connector Receptacles
The procedure described above for fiber-optic connector plugs should not be
applied routinely to fiber-optic connector receptacles. The receptacles in the
modules have been cleaned and connected by the manufacturer.
The operation of the system should be free of errors if the customer provides
clean connector plugs on the application side.
NOTICE
Wet cleaning is not recommended for bulkheads and
receptacles. Damage to the equipment can occur.
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Do not touch the connector surfaces after cleaning.
If the endface surface of the connector remains dirty after repeated
cleaning, replace the fiber-optic cable.
NOTICE
Never use alcohol or wet cleaning without a way to
ensure that it does not leave residue on the endface.
Alcohol residue can cause equipment damage.
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Do not clean the inside of the receptacles unless you suspect light
power is reduced due to contamination.
CAUTION
Only authorized personnel are allowed to perform this procedure.