GPX3800 and GPX3850 Glass Processors
Chapter 7: Maintenence
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Chapter 7
Maintenence
7.1. General Care
The simple procedures and safeguards outlined in this section will help maintain the glass processor workstation
in working condition.
7.2. Keep the System Clean
The system should be kept clean at all times; dirt particles trapped in the furnace and fiber holder blocks can
cause problems during operation. Use a soft brush or canned air (Item # CA3) to blow dirt and dust off the
equipment. Small, battery-powered vacuums sold for cleaning PC keyboards are can be used to remove loose
dirt from the splicer. A soft brush attachment should be used with these vacuums. A lint-free cloth with denatured
alcohol may be used to clean the surfaces of the splicer.
CAUTION
Do not use acetone or other harsh solvents near the lettering on the main panel. Acetone will soften
and remove the white lettering.
Ensure that all the fiber ends and coating particles are cleaned off the workstation. This type of debris can cause
improper operation of the equipment.
7.3. Fiber Handler Maintenance
Fiber handlers must be cleaned periodically to ensure accurate fiber positioning. It is also sometimes necessary
to change inserts to accommodate different fiber sizes. The following sections will discuss how these two tasks
are accomplished.
7.3.1. Changing Transfer Inserts:
The GPX3800 and GPX3850 are designed to use fiber holder transfer inserts that can be used to move fiber
between multiple compatible Vytran systems.
Figure 47
Fiber holding block
Transfer inserts are normally held in place with magnets -- not setscrews. There are three setscrews that can be
used to clamp the transfer insert in place, but they are not necessary. Magnetic locking of the transfer inserts
ensures that they can be quickly dropped in place after cleaving, and can be quickly removed to process another
fiber.
The top insert, however, is held in place with setscrews. These two set screws are located in the back of the lid
and must be loosened before the top insert can be replaced.
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