Furukawa electric S178, User Manual

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Maintenance and Handling Instructions
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4. When loading the electrodes into the splicer, push the electrode knob flush with the holding
plate to ensure correct spacing.
5. Tighten the screws of the Holding Plates uniformly. Do not overtighten the screws .
6. Lower the windshield, and press ARC at least five (5) times to burn off any residue
remaining on the electrodes.
7.2.3. Cleaning the objective lens
1. Remove the Electrodes.
2. Wipe the lens with a cotton swab soaked with denatured alcohol.
3. Dirty or damaged lens may prevent the splicer from performing a splice or may produce
incorrect splice loss information.
7.2.4. Cleaning the V-grooves
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Dirt on the V-grooves or fiber clamps will offset the alignment of the fibers or cause stress
points on the glass, making the fiber weak.
1. Prepare a piece of fiber and cleave it approximately 10mm from the end.
2. Hold the fiber at a 45° angle.
3. Run the cleaved end back and forth along each groove to scrape off any debris.
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If the V-grooves are extremely contaminated, it may also be necessary to wipe the grooves
with a cotton swab soaked with denatured alcohol.