MBR5 User Manual
MBR5 Rev 007
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Figure 15: Removing Connector Panel
Cleaning Jumper Connectors
Warning
Connecting damaged or dirty fibers to the unit can damage the
front-‐panel connectors of the unit.
Never force an optical connector. Some connectors have a
ceramic ferrule that can easily be broken.
Optical cable ends need to be cleaned before using them with the unit. The
following items are required for cleaning the connector:
•
Filtered compressed air or dusting gas
•
Lint-‐free swab and lint-‐free towels
•
Optical grade isopropyl alcohol or optical grade 200° ethanol
(do not use
rubbing alcohol, which contains 30% water)
To clean the connectors:
1.
Inspect the endface of the connector using a fiber microscope to
assess the contamination.
2.
Clean with a dry lint-‐free wipe or cassette cleaner.
3.
If still contaminated apply alcohol to a lint-‐free wipe and wipe the
ferrule clean.
4.
If the ferrule still appears to be contaminated, repeat the above
steps.
5.
If it cannot be cleaned, please call JGR for support.