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Marconi OMS 870 R3.0 Quick Reference Guide
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1.8.11
Fiber Cleaning
You will need a Cletop cleaning cassette (type A for SC connectors)
to clean the fiber connectors and adapters before installing fiber.
You will need a video inspection instrument (with optical adapters
for LC connectors) to inspect the fiber connectors and adapters
before installing fiber.
N O T E !
Clean and inspect the fiber before use to prevent equipment
damage. Any dust particle will affect the optical
transmission. Any damage fibers connector have to be
remove immediately. Damaged fiber connectors will affect
the optical transmission.
1.8.11.1
Clean Fiber Connectors
Warning!
Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the end of the
unterminated fiber cable or connector. Do not stare into the
beam or view directly with optical instruments.
1.
Remove the dust cap from the fiber connector.
2.
Inspect connector for damage or dirt with a proper inspection
tool.
3.
Insert the connector into the Cletop cleaning cassette slot, rotate
one quarter turn, and gently swipe downwards. Repeat
inspection and cleaning until satisfactory results are achieved.
4.
Insert the fiber connector into the applicable adapter.
5.
Place dust caps on the fiber connectors when not in use.