Figure 20: Cleaning An Optical Connector - Tektronix OI1125 Instruction Manual

Procedure
OI1125 E/O Transmitter Instruction Manual
To clean the optical connectors, refer to Figure 20 and follow these steps:
1. Advance the tape by grasping the tape and pulling in a new section to the
wiping surface.
2. Grasp the connector to be cleaned with one hand, being careful not to touch
the fiber core.
3. Hold the cleaner tape dispenser firmly with your other hand.
4. Wipe the connector tip once across the exposed tape surface, being careful to
use a firm, steady motion without tearing the tape. The tip should be
perpendicular to the tape surface for optimal results. When the tip is
perpendicular to the tape, the tip will move smoothly and easily across the
tape without tearing it.
Cleaner tape dispenser
Tape
Advance

Figure 20: Cleaning an optical connector

5. If you cannot use the cleaner tape dispenser, apply a short burst of com-
pressed gas to the connector.
6. Carefully attach the connector to the instrument or cable, and check for
proper operation.
NOTE. Cleaning kits for optical connectors are available from a number of
suppliers.
Maintenance
Connector tip
Cleaner tape
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