OFS-80
Optical Fiber Fusion Splicer User’s Manual
Shineway Technologies, Inc.
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Possible equipment failure may result.
Do not touch protection sleeve or tube-heater during heating or immediately after
completion of heating. Their surfaces are very hot and touching these may result in skin
burn.
Do not place the splicer in an unstable or unbalanced position. The splicer may shift or
lose balance, causing the unit to fall. Possible personal injury or equipment damage
may result.
The splicer is precision adjusted and aligned. Do not allow the unit to receive a strong
shock or impact. Possible equipment failure may result. Use supplied carrying case for
transportation and storage. The carrying case protects the splicer from damage,
moisture, vibration and shock during storage and transportation.
Follow the below listed instructions for handling electrodes.
Use only specified electrodes.
Set the new electrodes in the correct position.
Replace the electrodes as a pair.
Failure to follow the above instructions may cause abnormal arc discharge. It can result
in equipment damage or degradation in splicing performance.
Do not use any chemical other than pure alcohol (99% or greater) to clean the objective
lens, V-groove, mirror, LCD monitor, etc., of the splicer. Otherwise blurring,
discoloration, damage or deterioration may result.
The splicer requires no lubrication. Oil or grease may degrade the splicing performance
and damage the splicer.
The equipment must be repaired or adjusted by a qualified technician or engineer.
Incorrect repair may cause fire or electric shock. Should any problems arise, please
contact your nearest sales agency.
