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5.2 Regular cleaning and inspection
To keep sealer’s splice quality, regular inspection and cleaning is required.
5.2.1 Object lens cleaning
Contamination on object lens’ surface disturbs distinction of optical fiber core’s location and
consequently incurs high splice loss. Thus, 2 object lenses should be kept clean at all times. If dust
accumulates and is left for long, it may be difficult to remove. Therefore, clean the lens frequently
as follows.
i.
Turn the power off before cleaning the object lens.
ii.
Separate the electrode.
iii.
Clean it using a soft cotton swab moistened with alcohol making a circle from the center
as in the figure below. Remove alcohol remaining on object lens’ surface using a clean
and dry cotton swab.
iv.
Surface of object lens should be clean without any line or stain.
v.
Reassemble the electrode.
vi.
Turn the power on; check whether there is any line or stain on the monitor and; conduct
Self test.