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7.1.4 Fusion Splicing
1.
Ensure that the “READY” screen is displayed on the monitor.
2.
Press to initiate the fusion splicing cycle.
3.
The NJ001 fusion splicer performs the following functions automatically.
To pause the NJ001 fusion splicer during any of these functions, press
. The message PAUSE will be displayed on the monitor. To restart the
operation, press again.
The right and left fiber ends appear on the LCD monitor.
A cleaning arc is discharged to clean the fiber ends.
The fibers are set with a gap of about 30 µm between the ends.
The fibers are inspected for axis offset and cleave condition.
The electrodes discharge.
The splice is inspected.
The splice loss is estimated and displayed on the LCD monitor as
shown in the picture.