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5.1.2 Pusher Block cleaning
Contaminations remaining on Pusher Block incur poor splice quality with influence on pusher block
location. Thus, it is important to frequently inspect and regularly clean it.
5.1.3 Cutter cleaning
When cutter’s blade and fixing pad is contaminated, cutting quality may deteriorate. Splice loss
can be consequently increased. Thus, clean the cutter blade and fixing pad frequently using cotton
swab moistened with alcohol. It is critical to keep the cutting quality of optical fiber. (Do not use
acetone or solvent when cleaning the rubber pad.)