Tools Required for Cleaning Optical Interfaces
When cleaning an optical interface, prepare the following:
• Isopropyl alcohol
• Cleaning paper
• Stick-type cleaners
• Compressed air
• An optical connector end face magnifying microscope
WARNING
Do not clean optical connectors or optical adapters while the laser beam is being
generated. The laser beam is invisible. However, if it comes in contact with your
eye it may cause eye damage.
French
AVERTISSEMENT
Ne pas nettoyer les connecteurs ou les adaptateurs optiques pendant la génération
du faisceau laser. Le faisceau laser est invisible.
Mais s’il entre en contact avec l’œil, il peut causer des lésions oculaires.
How to Clean Optical Connectors
1.
Soak a piece of cleaning paper in the isopropyl alcohol, and pinch the cleaning
paper on the sides of the optical ferrule. Rub the sides of the ferrule with the
cleaning paper.
2.
Soak another piece of cleaning paper in the isopropyl alcohol, and rub the
cleaning paper against the ferrule end face.
3.
Wipe of the moisture with another piece of cleaning paper. After that, use the
compressed air to remove any remaining dust.
4.
Use the optical connector end face magnifying microscope to inspect the end
face. Repeat the cleaning process until the end face is clear of dirt and dust.
CAUTION
If you use dirty cleaning paper, you may damage the end face. Always use new
pieces of cleaning paper.
French
ATTENTION
L’utilisation de lingettes de nettoyage sales risque d’endommager l’extrémité.
Toujours utiliser des lingettes de nettoyage neuves.
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