
Traverse Installation and Commissioning Guide, Section 6: Precautions and Common Procedures
Clean Cable and Card MPX Connectors
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Turin Networks
Release TR3.2.1
Clean Cable
and Card MPX
Connectors
It is critical that the cable and card MPX connectors are clean to ensure proper
operation. Turin recommends that you visually inspect the MPX connectors on both the
fiber optic cables and optical cards using fiber optic magnification equipment. Turin
also recommends that you clean the fiber optic cable and card MPX connectors using
the following procedure.
OPTIC WARNING!
The Traverse system is a class 1 product that
contains a class IIIb laser and is intended for operation in a closed
environment with fiber attached. Do not look into the optical
connector of the transmitter when power is applied. Laser output is
invisible and eye damage can result. Follow these safety features to
prevent looking into the optical connector.
OPTIC WARNING!
The optical connector system used on the Traverse
fiber optic backplane is designed with a mechanical shutter
mechanism that blocks physical and visual access to the optical
connector. Follow this safety feature as it is designed to prevent eye
damage.
OPTIC WARNING!
Follow all warning labels when working with
optical fibers. Always wear eye protection when working with optical
fibers. Never look directly into the end of a terminated or
unterminated fiber or connector, as it may cause eye damage.
Important:
Always wear a properly grounded Electrostatic Discharge
(ESD) wrist strap when handling and placing cards in the Traverse shelf.
Follow all warnings and instructions included in card packaging to prevent
electrostatic damage.
Important:
Handle cards by the edges and faceplate only. Do not touch
any card connectors or components.
Important:
Do not touch the end of the MPX connectors.