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Cleaning pluggable optics modules Fiber cleaning
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365-372-304R7.1
Issue 1, November 2007
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Cleaning pluggable optics modules
Purpose
This task describes the Alcatel-Lucent recommended method for cleaning pluggable
optics modules using specific tools and materials that have been proven to be effective in
the assembly and testing of optical transmission equipment.
Important!
Pluggable optics modules are shipped with a water-tight process plug
installed into the optical ports to maintain cleanliness during storage and/or
transportation. It is recommended that the process plug be kept in place to maintain
cleanliness until the optical fiber is connected. With proper care and handling,
cleaning the pluggable optics modules should not be necessary.Because a major source
of contamination is often a contaminated mating connector, it is extremely important
to clean the connector ferrule end surface each time before making connections.
Procedure
Complete the following steps to clean a pluggable optics module.
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1
Remove the protective process plug from the pluggable optics module. Keep the process
plug clean until reinstalled later, if required.
When performing this step hold the canned dry nitrogen or air upright . If the canned dry
nitrogen or air is held upside down, inert gas may be released onto the connector surface.
The inert gas leaves contamination on the connector surface that cannot be removed.
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2 While holding the canned dry nitrogen or air, position the tip of the nozzle extension as
close as possible, but not close enough to make physical contact, to the sleeve inside the
port receptacle and make three consecutive short blows (approximately one second each).
Repeat this step for the other port.
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3 Using the stereo zoom scope, visually inspect the optics module. If required, repeat Step 2
up to two more times then go to the next step.
CAUTION
Corrosive substance hazard