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warranties relating to CommScope products or services. CommScope is committed to the highest standards of business

integrity and environmental sustainability, with a number of CommScope’s facilities across the globe certified in

accordance with international standards, including ISO 9001, TL 9000, and ISO 14001.
Further information regarding CommScope’s commitment can be found at: https://www.commscope.com/corporate-

responsibility-and-sustainability.
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Summary of Contents for NOVUX

Page 1: ... This publication provides user information for the cleaning and maintenance of the full hardened connector and adapter and the HMFOC connector and adapter Images in this manual are for reference only and are subject to change 2 Maintenance Follow specific cleaning instructions outlined for each specific connection type using the below Inspect Clean Cycle CommScope is not responsible for damage ca...

Page 2: ...ze hardened connector cleaning 3 5 2 Full size hardened adapter cleaning 4 6 Cleaning the HMFOC pinned non pinned connector 5 6 1 Cleaning the pinned HMFOC connector 5 6 2 Cleaning the non pinned HMFOC connector 6 6 3 Cleaning the pinholes on the non pinned HMFOC connector 7 7 Trade marks 9 8 Contact information 9 page 2 9 2021 CommScope Inc All Rights Reserved ...

Page 3: ...ius that is less than the recommended minimum bend radius Always observe the recommended bend radius limit when installing fiber optic cables subunits and patch cords 4 Tools The following basic tools auxiliary equipment and materials are required for cleaning 216B key tool used to open optical port dust cap Hardened connector adapter cleaning kit 5 Cleaning the full size hardened connector and ad...

Page 4: ...eps 3 through 6 until the connector has been cleaned three times 9 When the connector is clean reinstall the drop cable dust cap and tighten until finger tight Note Leave the drop cable dust cap on the connector until ready to connect the drop cable to an optical port 5 2 Full size hardened adapter cleaning 1 If the adapter has been in use clean around the port opening preferably using compressed ...

Page 5: ...are directions for cleaning an HMFOC pinned connector using US CONEC IBC brand cleaning tool MT Series Locate the red adapter on the cleaning tool and place it on the tip of the cleaning tool Orientate the red adapter on the cleaning tool so that the outside key slot is on the top Locate the square notch on the threaded portion of the pinned HMFOC connector Hold the connector so the square notch i...

Page 6: ...pinned HMFOC connector 1 Inspect the pinned HMFOC connector with a low resolution microscope and inspect the complete ferrule surface including the area around the pins for dirt or guide pin damage If dust dirt or contaminants are detected proceed to step 2 2 The following are directions for cleaning an HMFOC pinned connector using US CONEC IBC brand cleaning tool MT Series Locate the blue adapter...

Page 7: ...e pinned connector until ready to install 6 3 Cleaning the pinholes on the non pinned HMFOC connector Note Cleaning the pinholes on HMFOC connectors is the last resort for trouble shooting a high loss connection and only applicable for experienced personnel 1 Inspect the connector with a 50x inspection scope If there are contaminants around the pinholes they may need to be cleaned according to the...

Page 8: ...st three times 180 degrees in each direction 4 Pull the brush out of the hole while rotating 90 degrees and then inspect the pinhole with a scope With the scope at 50x magnification inspect the leading edge of the pinhole for debris Then focus down the pinhole at least to the inner step diameter for any other contamination 5 Connect the non pinned connector to a pinned HMFOC or assemble the dust c...

Page 9: ...ity with a number of CommScope s facilities across the globe certified in accordance with international standards including ISO 9001 TL 9000 and ISO 14001 Further information regarding CommScope s commitment can be found at https www commscope com corporate responsibility and sustainability This product may be covered by one or more U S patents or their foreign equivalents For patents see www cs p...

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