Optical Connector Care; Replacing Reference Test Cords And Launch Fibers; Replacing The Battery - Fluke OF-500-10 Technical Reference Handbook

Optical Connector Care

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Periodically clean and inspect the tester's optical
connectors as described in Chapter 2.
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Cover the connectors with the dust plugs when no
cable is connected.
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Periodically clean the dust plugs with a lint-free swab
or wipe and isopropyl alcohol.

Replacing Reference Test Cords and Launch Fibers

Choose replacement reference test cords and launch and
receive fibers that meet the following requirements:
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Core and cladding size: match the fiber to be tested
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Connector polish: UPC for reference test cords and
launch fibers
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Reference test cord length: minimum 2 m; maximum
5 m
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Launch and receive fiber length: 100 m minimum for
multimode; 130 m minimum for singlemode
To ensure optimum performance from your tester, get
replacement reference test cords and launch fibers from
Fluke Networks.
Maintenance and Specifications

Replacing the Battery

Replace the lithium ion battery pack when its life becomes
noticeably shorter. The battery is normally good for up to
400 charge/discharge cycles.
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Dispose of the lithium ion battery pack in
accordance with local regulations.
An internal lithium battery maintains the tester's clock
and other settings when you remove the battery pack.
This battery typically lasts about 5 years. When the battery
begins to fail, the tester will lose the current date and
time when you remove the battery pack. If the lithium
battery fails, send the tester to a Fluke Networks service
center for a replacement.
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Maintenance
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