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Installing the Cisco ONS 15216-MD-40-ODD and 15216-MD-40-EVEN Mux/Demux Patch Panels
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Fiber-Optic Connector Cleaning and Maintenance
Connector cleaning is required to maintain the performance of fiber-optic circuits.
It is important that both the LC/UPC connector at the end of the fiber-optic cable
and the mating bulkhead adapter on the front panel of the patch panel are clean
before the connection is made.
Warning
Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from disconnected fibers or
connectors. Do not stare into beams or view directly with optical instruments.
Statement 1051
The following warning applies to disposal of chemicals and other materials used
to clean connectors and adapters:
Warning
Ultimate disposal of this product should be handled according to all national
laws and regulations.
Statement 1040
Note
Before installing the fiber-optic cable, always perform the cleaning procedure for
cable connectors described in the following section. Whenever possible, inspect
each connector before connecting it to the mating bulkhead adapter on the front
panel.
Note
The LC bulkhead adapters on the faceplate of the patch panel drawer are less
likely to get dirty if they are capped when not in use. Because the procedure for a
thorough cleaning of these adapters is complicated, Cisco recommends that you
use a commercially available cleaning kit and closely follow the instructions
included with the kit.
Customer Supplied Cleaning Materials
The Type A fiber optic connector cleaners (for example, CLETOP reel) are
recommended to clean the cable connectors, but are not supplied with the patch
panel.