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Safety Information & Precautions
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The AS II must only be used for stripping optical fibers with a coating diameter up to
600um. Any attempts to use the device for any other purposes could cause injury to the
operator or impair the AS II
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For the AS II to work properly, clean air must be supplied. Unclean air can reduce the
cleanliness and strength of the stripped fiber and also can impair the operation of the AS II
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Always use eyeglasses to protect from fiber shatter
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The use of a ventilation system is recommended
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This device is plugged into a standard 115V or 230V outlet. As with any electrical device,
reasonable care is required to avoid electrical shock. If the fuses need to be replaced,
disconnect the unit from the wall outlet and used exact replacements
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Never remove any covers or parts from the unit. Only trained authorized personnel are
allowed to service the AS II
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The heated air generated by the AS II is extremely hot. It can reach temperatures up to
960°C
(1760°F)
. It is hot enough to melt the coating on the fiber and cause severe burns to
the operator if reasonable care is not taken or instructions are not followed. The heater
nozzle and exhaust system are not accessible during normal operation. The surfaces of
these components can also cause burns
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3SAE does not recommend increasing the temperature past 960°C
(1760°F)
; damage can
be done to the AS II and heater
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The AS II uses pneumatics and electrical actuators. Never operate the unit without the
covers, as this may cause injury to the operator
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Always dispose of fiber scraps properly
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Never use spray cleaner or compressed gas. Never pour liquid cleaner on the AS II
