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6.6.1
Electrode stabilization
Arcing can sometimes become unstable due to surroundings; consequently, splice loss may
increase. Because it takes a long time to stabilize arcing when the splicer is located at
low or high elevation, it is particularly important to wait for the electrodes inside to be
stabilized. After replacing the electrodes, in particular, stabilizing should be conducted.
i.
Prep and insert SM fiber into the splicer using clamps or proper fiber holders.
ii.
Select “STABILIZE” with the
button.
iii.
Press
“OK.”
iv.
Arc is conducted 30 times in a row for electrode stabilizing.
v.
When stabilizing is finished, the splicer displays the screen below.
vi.
After stabilizing the electrodes, arc calibration should be conducted again.
