2.0 Splicing Set-Up
2.01 The splicing area should be clean, dry and well-lighted. A
clean, well organized splicing area will improve splicing
efficiency and minimize the risk of contamination of fibers or
splices.
2.02 Open the buffer tubes, expose and clean the fibers per
company practice.
2.03 See Section 5.0 for recommended procedures for fiber
organization and splice storage.
2.04 Remove Fibrlok splice from protective package. Load the
splice into the assembly tool by pressing firmly at the ends
of the splice.
Note:
Carefully follow health and safety information on
Fibrlok Splice label or Material Safety Data Sheet.
2.05 If using the Fibrlok 2501 Assembly Tool, rotate the toggle
arms for the appropriate fiber size.
Inward - 250 µm
Outward - 900 µm
Note:
Storage, use and disposal of isopropyl alcohol
should be per company health and safety
instructions. Refer to solvent label or Material Safety
Data Sheet.
