Step 2
Read the manufacturer (cleaning cartridge) instructions to insert the connector into the cleaning cartridge.
Step 3
Slide the lever on the cartridge to swipe the connector surface.
Step 4
Insert the fiber connector into the applicable adapter or attach a dust cap to the fiber connector.
If you must replace a dust cap on a connector, first verify that the dust cap is clean.
Note
Step 5
Return to your originating procedure (NTP).
DLP-G262 Clean Fiber Connectors with CLETOP
This task cleans the fiber connectors with CLETOP.
Purpose
Type A Fiber Optic Connector Cleaner (CLETOP reel)
Optical receiver cleaning stick
Tools/Equipment
None
Prerequisite Procedures
Required
Required/As Needed
Onsite
Onsite/Remote
None
Security Level
Procedure
Step 1
Remove the dust cap from the fiber connector.
Step 2
Press the lever up to open the shutter door. Each time you press the lever, you expose a clean wiping surface.
Step 3
Insert the connector into the CLETOP cleaning cassette slot, rotate one quarter turn, and gently swipe
downwards.
Step 4
Use an inspection microscope to inspect each fiber connector for dirt, cracks, or scratches. If the connector
is not clean, repeat Steps 1 to 3.
Step 5
Insert the fiber connector into the applicable adapter or attach a dust cap to the fiber connector.
If you must replace a dust cap on a connector, first verify that the dust cap is clean. To clean the
dust cap, wipe the outside of the cap using a dry, lint-free wipe and the inside of the dust cap using
a CLETOP stick swab (14100400).
Note
Step 6
Return to your originating procedure (NTP).
DLP-G263 Clean the Fiber Adapters
This task cleans the fiber adapters.
Purpose
CLETOP stick swab
Tools/Equipment
Maintaining the ONS 15454 M12 (ANSI and ETSI), ONS 15454 M2 and ONS 15454 M6 Shelf
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Maintaining the ONS 15454 M12 (ANSI and ETSI), ONS 15454 M2 and ONS 15454 M6 Shelf
DLP-G262 Clean Fiber Connectors with CLETOP