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Cleaning pluggable optics modules

Purpose

This task describes the Alcatel-Lucent recommended method for cleaning pluggable

optics modules using specific tools and materials that have been proven to be effective in

the assembly and testing of optical transmission equipment.

Note:

into the optical ports to maintain cleanliness during storage and/or transportation. It is

recommended that the process plug be kept in place to maintain cleanliness until the

optical fiber is connected. With proper care and handling, cleaning the pluggable

optics modules should not be necessary.Because a major source of contamination is

often a contaminated mating connector, it is extremely important to clean the

connector ferrule end surface each time before making connections.

Procedure

Complete the following steps to clean a pluggable optics module.

Remove the protective process plug from the pluggable optics module. Keep the process

plug clean until reinstalled later, if required.

When performing this step hold the canned dry nitrogen or air upright. If the canned dry

nitrogen or air is held upside down, inert gas may be released onto the connector surface.

The inert gas leaves contamination on the connector surface that cannot be removed.

While holding the canned dry nitrogen or air, position the tip of the nozzle extension as

close as possible, but not close enough to make physical contact, to the sleeve inside the

port receptacle and make three consecutive short blows (approximately one second each).

Repeat this step for the other port.

Using the stereo zoom scope, visually inspect the optics module. If required, repeat

up to two more times then go to the next step.

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Pluggable optics modules are shipped with a water-tight process plug installed

CAUTION

Corrosive substance hazard

Cleaning pluggable optics modules

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