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- Page 1 FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual ______________________________________________________ Manual 017252 Rev A - May 2017...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Table of Contents Product Packaging Parts List Recommended Tools Recommended Installation Distances Microduct Installation Best Practices Assist Module Setup Attaching to Tripod Using the Assist Module Display Settings Setting Distance Counter Setting Inactivity Alarm Assist Module Maintenance Battery Replacement Drive Belt Cleaning... -
Page 3: Product Packaging
FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Product Packaging (Actual packaging may vary.) Remove packing materials to find the Assist Module wrapped in a protective bubble wrap sleeve, with the optional Elevating Tripod and the 1/4” - 20 Thread Metal Mounting Adapter each packaged separately. Parts List Part Image... -
Page 4: Recommended Tools
FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Recommended Tools Tool Image Cordeless Drill 1/4” Drive Socket #3 Phillips Screwdriver Direct: 763.476.6866 • National: 800.422.2537 • www.SeeClearfield.com • techsupport@clfd.net Manual 017252 Rev A - May 2017... -
Page 5: Recommended Installation Distances
FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Recommended Installation Distances Every situation is different, but as a general rule, it is typically easier to install fiber using a push and pull combination, rather than pushing or pulling by itself. By using a combination push/pull method, installers have access to the fiber from both ends of the microduct when troubleshooting. -
Page 6: Microduct Installation Best Practices
FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Microduct Installation Best Practices Maintain Minimum Bend Radius of Microducts FieldShield microducts can be bent down to as little as a 6 inch bend radius before straining the side wall integrity of the duct. Do not bend microducts tighter than this when cornering as it may cause the conduit to kink. If space permits, it is always best to use two sweeping 45°... -
Page 7: Assist Module Setup
FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Assist Module Setup Attaching to Tripod Step 1: Unpack Elavating Tripod Step 2: Remove Tripod Housing Remove tripod from packaging and set aside Remove the the 5/8”-11 thread tripod housing from the tripod (Figure 2). the ¼”-20 thread mounting adapter packaged along with the tripod (Figure 1). -
Page 8: Using The Assist Module
FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Using the Assist Module Step 1: Open the Assist Module Step 2: Loosen Retention Clamp Lift up on the hinged top of the FieldShield Assist Loosen the two #3 Philips head screws from the Module (Figure 1). - Page 9 FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Step 5: Close the Assist Module Step 6: Enable Distance Counter Close the case and clamp the clam shell lock Open the glare resistant display cover and press closed on the front of the assist module, mak- the power button on the right to enable the instal- ing sure that the fiber stay in the fiber guide lation distance counter (Figure 6).
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Page 10: Display Settings
FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Display Settings The FieldShield Assist Module is equipped with a glare resistant distance counter to instantly provide the installer with accurate installation distances. By default, all FieldShield Assist Modules are set with the unit of measurement as Feet or Standard. -
Page 11: Setting Inactivity Alarm
FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Setting Inactivity Alarm After 60 minutes of inactivity, the Assist Module provides an audible beep to remind the operator to turn off the device. The amount of time before the inactivity alarm is activated can be adjusted from off to a maximum of 255 minutes. Step 1: Press the settings button twice to enter the second menu option. -
Page 12: Assist Module Maintenance
Battery Replacement Over time, the drive belts wear out and need to be replaced on the FieldShield Assist Module. Clearfield provides replacement belts and the process to install them is the same for both the top and bottom halves of the Assist Module. -
Page 13: Drive Belt Cleaning
FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual __________________________________________________________ Drive Belt Cleaning Recommended Tools Tool Image Isopropyl Alcohol Shop Towel Installation Procedure Step 1: Use a shop towel and isopropyl alcohol to wipe down the Assist Module belt (Figure 1). Note: Hold the belt drive gear to prevent the belt from spinning while cleaning. Figure 1 Direct: 763.476.6866 •... - Page 14 FieldShield Assist Module Installation Manual _________________________________________________________ Step 2: Once the visible part of the belt is clean, turn the belt drive gear to expose the other areas of the belt that has not been cleaned yet (Figure 2). Figure 2 Step 3: Repeat Steps 1 and 2 on the other belt until both belts are clean (Figure 3).
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Page 15: Drive Belt Replacement
Drive Belt Replacement Over time, the drive belts wear out and need to be replaced on the FieldShield Assist Module. Clearfield provides replacement belts and the process to install them is the same for both the top and bottom halves of the Assist Module. -
Page 16: Standard Warranty
Clearfield shall repair or replace the defective Product at its sole option and discretion, and return the repaired or replacement Product to Custom- er’s site, freight prepaid. Note: If the Product is not found to be defective at Clearfield, the product will be returned to the Customer and the customer billed for freight in both directions. -
Page 17: Proprietary Notice
Proprietary Notice About FieldShield Product Line Application Information contained in this document is copyrighted by Clearfield, Inc. and may not be duplicated in full or part by any person without prior written approval of Clearfield, Inc. Its purpose is to provide the user with adequately detailed documentation to efficiently install the equipment supplied. Every effort has been made to keep the information contained in this document current and accurate as of the date of publication or revision.
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