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FieldShield FLATdrop
Installation Manual
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Manual 018957 REV C - July 2022
Pulling FLATdrop MPO and Single-fiber assemblies using the FS-PUL-YOURX
FS-PUL-YOURX
Coupler
Pulling Carrot
If using a single-fiber connector, prior to inserting into the pulling
tool, snip off the dust cap “tail” close to the back edge of the dust
cap and at the cap itself to remove it from the cable. Do
not
remove
the dust cap.
Snip here to remove tail
Insert the bullet for MPO assembly or the single-fiber connector gently, holding
onto the boot/crimp tube. Do not push the bullet into the pulling tool using the
cable sheath or fiber damage could occur.
Gently slide the single-fiber/
MPO assembly connector into the
coupler on the pulling tool until the
coupler has engaged the FLEXcon
-
nector at a hard stop.
You are now ready to pull the FLATdrop to its desired location. Tie the pulling device to the carrot on the end of the pulling
tool. Clearfield recommends a max pulling force of 50 lbs
When you have reached to desired location, compress the ring holding the FlexConnector to release it.
Gently
pull the
FLEXconnector from the coupler along with the assembly.
Note:
Do not yank it out of the pulling tool or fiber damage may occur.
