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FUSION SPLICER
User's Manual
Issue 01
FTS-B409

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  • Page 1 FTS-B409 S153 Ver.2 FUSION SPLICER User’s Manual • Please read entire manual prior to usage. • This manual must be kept with the S153 Fusion Splicer. Issue 01...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Information and Instructions......................1-1 1.1. Safety Information..................... 1-1 1.2. Safety Messages ...................... 1-1 1.3. WARNINGS and CAUTIONS..................1-3 1.4. Power Requirements ....................1-11 1.5. Toxic Hazards......................1-12 1.5.1. Incineration ......................1-13 1.5.2. Acidic or caustic compounds................1-13 1.5.3. Physical damage ....................1-13 General Information ...........................
  • Page 4 5.1. Main Body ......................... 5-1 5.2. Operating Keys and Status LED ................5-3 5.2.1. Operating Keys...................... 5-3 5.2.2. LED Indicators....................... 5-4 5.2.3. Buzzer ........................5-5 5.3. Screens ........................5-6 5.3.1. Ready Screen......................5-6 5.3.2. Screen during Splice ..................... 5-7 5.3.3. Status Icons ......................
  • Page 5 7.1.1. Arc Check ......................7-1 7.1.2. Preparing the Fiber....................7-4 7.1.3. Loading the Fiber ....................7-5 7.1.4. Fusion Splicing ...................... 7-6 7.1.5. Splicing Defects....................7-10 7.1.6. Removing the Spliced Fiber ................7-12 7.1.7. Reinforcing the Fusion Splice................7-13 Programming Guide ........................... 8-1 8.1.
  • Page 6 8.4.1. Machine Check....................8-33 8.4.2. Fiber Measuring ....................8-34 8.4.3. Environment ......................8-36 8.4.4. Manual Splicing ....................8-37 8.4.5. Image Capture..................... 8-40 8.4.6. Adjusting shrinking condition of sleeve ............... 8-41 8.5. Setting ........................8-42 8.5.1. Parameter......................8-45 8.5.2. Counter........................ 8-55 8.5.3.
  • Page 7 9.3. Back up battery ......................9-11 9.4. Storing and Shipping....................9-11 9.5. Claims and Repackaging ..................9-12 9.6. Return Shipments to Furukawa Electric Co............. 9-12 Option ..............................10-1 10.1. Battery Charger：S958C ..................10-1 10.2. Cooling Tray：CTX-01 ..................10-4 10.3. Working Belt：WBT-01 ..................10-5 10.4.

  • Page 9: Safety Information And Instructions

    FUSION SPLICER. Please review this manual carefully before operating. 1.1. Safety Information The following safety instructions must be observed whenever the S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer is operated, serviced or repaired. Failure to comply with any of these instructions or with any precaution or warning contained in the User’s Manual is in direct violation of the standards of...
  • Page 10 In no case will Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. be liable to the buyer, or to any third parties, for any consequential or indirect damage which is caused by product failure, malfunction, or any other...

  • Page 11: Warnings And Cautions

    Safety Information and Instructions 1.3. WARNINGS and CAUTIONS WARNING This is a Class A product of EN 55022(1998). In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. The power cord supplied with this equipment must be connected to a power socket, which provides a reliable protective earth.
  • Page 12 Safety Information and Instructions WARNING Never touch the electrodes when the fusion splicer is powered on. Doing so may cause electrical shock. Warning symbol is placed on the windshield to notify it. Do not operate the fusion splicer without electrodes. Do not disassemble the instrument except as described in the maintenance section of this manual.
  • Page 13 If water is spilled into the fusion splicer, turn off the power switch, disconnect the power cord, remove the battery and contact Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. or your local representative. Continuing to operate under these conditions may cause fire or...
  • Page 14 WARNING If smoke or strange smells are observed, turn off the power switch, disconnect the power cord, remove the battery and contact Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. or your local representative. Continuing to operate under these conditions may cause fire, electrical shock or malfunction.
  • Page 15 IP5X rating dust proof (exposed to dust particles with a diameter of 0.1 to 25µm for 8 hours) * *Above tests were performed at Furukawa Electric Co,. Ltd laboratories and do not guarantee that the machine will not be damaged when subjected to these conditions...
  • Page 16 If inner cells rupture and electrolytic solution leaks outside, it may cause inflammation to your skin or eyes. Disposal of used Battery must be carried out according to disposal established by Law. For instructions, contact Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. or your local representative.
  • Page 17 Safety Information and Instructions CAUTION Do not place the fusion splicer on an unstable or inclined surface. There is a possibility that the fusion splicer will fall and cause injury. Disconnect all cords when moving the fusion splicer. Failure to do so may damage the cords which may cause fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 18 Safety Information and Instructions Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock. Ensure that the cords are disconnected and the batteries are removed from machine’s main body when storing the fusion splicer. Never use aerosol dust cleaners or alcohol-based solvents to clean the electrodes. Non oil-based solvents should be used to clean the optical lenses.

  • Page 19: Power Requirements

    Safety Information and Instructions 1.4. Power Requirements The S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer can operate from any single-phase AC power source that supplies between 100-240 V at a frequency of 50-60 Hz with the S976A_AC adapter. It also has the S943B internal battery for battery operation and the battery can be charged in the S958C unit by the AC power source through the S976A_ AC adapter or S977A_AC_adapter.

  • Page 20: Toxic Hazards

    Willfully interrupting the protective earth connection is prohibited. 1.5. Toxic Hazards The S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer presents no toxic hazards (under normal conditions of use, storage, and handling). However, under the following conditions, certain precautions are necessary. 1-12...

  • Page 21: Incineration

    Safety Information and Instructions 1.5.1. Incineration Some of the electronic components included in the assembly are constructed with resins and other chemicals that produce toxic fumes during incineration. 1.5.2. Acidic or caustic compounds Some of the electronic components included in the assembly, particularly electrolytic capacitors, contain acidic or caustic compounds.

  • Page 23: General Information

    Fusion splicing is used to physically join together two optical fiber ends. The process may vary, depending on the type of fusion splicer used. The S153 Ver.2 Single-Fiber Fusion Splicer has an active cladding aligning mechanism to align the fiber ends, and a controllable electric arc to melt the glass and butt the ends together.
  • Page 24 General Information Cladding Diameter Mismatch Numerical Aperture Mismatch Different fibers have different numerical apertures. The aperture dictates the acceptance angle of light. α β α≠β...
  • Page 25 General Information Core Concentricity Core Non-circularity core2 core core1 cladding center Optical fiber basically classified as either single-mode (SM) or multi-mode (MM). Single-mode fiber, which includes core center cladding claddings dispersion-shifted fiber types, will transmit a single-mode (path) of data at wavelengths greater than the cut-off wavelength (1170 nm).
  • Page 26 General Information Physical Characteristics of Optical Fiber for Fusion Splicing Coating standard diameter 250 µm, 900 µm coating material acrylic resin, nylon Cladding cladding standard diameter 125 µm silica, Fluoro doped material silica, Titan-coated silica Core 8 µm – 10 µm (SM) standard diameter 50 µm –...
  • Page 27 General Information Physical Characteristics of Single-mode and Multimode Fiber 50/125 Multimode 62.5/125 Multimode 250um 250um 50um 125um 62.5um 125um core transmits light cladding keeps optical signal within core Singlemode 100/140 Multimode 250um 250um 125um 100um 140um 9.5um coating protects glass from abrasion and ensures high strength 75um Typical diameter of human hair...

  • Page 29: Getting Started

    1. Inspect the shipping container for any indication of excessive shock to the contents. 2. Remove the S153 Ver.2 carrying case from the shipping container, and open the case. Ensure that the carrying case is right side up before opening.(It applies in the package form with the carrying case.)
  • Page 30 Getting Started To avoid electrical shock, do not initialize or operate the S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer if it bears any sign of damage to any portion of its exterior surface, such as WARNING the outer cover or panels.

  • Page 31: Operating Specifications And Components

    Operating Specifications and Components 4. Operating Specifications and Components 4.1. Specifications Item Specification and Features Applicable Fibers SMF/MMF/DSF/NZDSF/BIF Fiber cleave length 5-16mm for 250um fiber, 10-16mm for 900um fiber tight buffer Clad diameter 0.125mm Coating diameter 0.25 – 1.0mm 0.04dB for SMF, Typical Insertion Loss (similar fiber 0.02dB for MMF,...
  • Page 32 Operating Specifications and Components Item Specification and Features Fiber Holding Tight Holder Loose tube applicable or Fiber Holder System Spice time*1 10.5sec (semi auto mode*2), 12.5sec (regular mode) Applicable Sleeves 20 / 25 / 35 / 40 / 60 mm Heating time*3 26sec for 40mm and 60mm sleeves (Pre-heating mode), 21sec for 20mm...
  • Page 33 Operating Specifications and Components Item Specification and Features Operating -10 to +50 degree C (without excessive humidity) temperature Storage -40 to +60 degree C (without excessive humidity) temperature Power source AC 100 to 240V (50/60Hz), DC Input 11 to 17V *1: It is a splicing in the common temperature by “Fusion Program No.1”.

  • Page 34: Components

    4.2. Components 4.2.1. Fiber Holder Type and Cleave Length The S153 Ver.2 Splicer comes with the following Fiber Holder Types, depending on the ordering number. S153A-3-X Fiber Holder System does not include the Fiber Holder (this is optional equipment). Fiber Holder Type...
  • Page 35 Operating Specifications and Components Standard Components The S153 Fusion Splicer comes with the following standard equipment. Be sure to confirm their presence before starting any operation. Part Part Number Quantity Splicer Main Body S153A-X-A-0001 Cleaning Brush VGC-01 Spare Electrode S969 1 pair Electrodes Sharpener D5111...

  • Page 36: Optional Components

    Operating Specifications and Components 4.2.2. Optional Components Item Part Number Quantity Cooling Tray CTX-01 USB Cable USB-01 Soft Carrying Case*1 SCC-01 Working Belt WBT-01 Car Cigarette Cable*2 CDC-01 Angle Stand AGS-01 AC Adapter for Battery Charger S977A Battery Charger S958C Tripod adaptor TPA-01 Tight Holder for 16mm Cleaving...
  • Page 37 Operating Specifications and Components Item Part Number Quantity Fiber Holder for 500um coating S712S-500 1 pair diameter fiber Fiber Holder for 900um coating S712S-900 1 pair diameter fiber *1) Please do not give a big impact when you carry with Soft carrying case or Working belt. The storage thing might be damaged by the impact.

  • Page 38: Optional Accessories

    S921 60mm Splice Length Protection Sleeves • S922 40mm Splice Length Protection Sleeves • S928A20, 25, 35 Mini Sleeves 4.4. Recommended Consumable Keep a supply of the following items with the S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer at all times. • Tweezers • Protective eye glasses •...

  • Page 39: External Description

    External Description 5. External Description 5.1. Main Body Wind Shield Protection Sleeve Heater LCD Monitor Operating Key Battery Door Strap Hook Mini USB Port DC Power Port...
  • Page 40 External Description Electrode V Groove Fiber Holder Fiber Clamp...

  • Page 41: Operating Keys And Status Led

    External Description 5.2. Operating Keys and Status LED 5.2.1. Operating Keys Indicator Name Main functions Start Start/Pause/Restart the splicing process/Page feed Selecting the function(s) shown on right bottom Function 1 corner of LCD. Selecting the function(s) shown on left bottom Function 2 corner of LCD.

  • Page 42: Led Indicators

    External Description Indicator Name Main functions Left Move left Right Move right Heating Start heating／Stop heating Power Turn on/off the power 5.2.2. LED Indicators Indicator Name Color State Lit : Tuned on Power LED Green Blinking : Sleep mode Lit : During heat Heater LED Blinking : During cool...

  • Page 43: Buzzer

    External Description 5.2.3. Buzzer Buzzer will ring whenever any key is pressed. In addition, the following buzzer patterns indicate status of operation. Operating key: one beep Completing machine reset: one beep Error occurred: three beeps Splicing finished: a series of beeps Saving data: two beeps Heating process finished: one long beep...

  • Page 44: Screens

    External Description 5.3. Screens 5.3.1. Ready Screen Once the S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer is powered up and initialized, the “Ready” screen is displayed. Date and Time Splice Process Status Splice Program Heat Program Fiber View Current function of Function Keys...

  • Page 45: Screen During Splice

    External Description 5.3.2. Screen during Splice Simple GOOD/BAD icon Green indicates good splicing, and red indicates bad splicing. Estimation Loss Pop-up Window Fiber Images Pop-up when new functions X from front camera and Y from are selected. Also, shows back camera. X and Y views warning and error messages.

  • Page 46: Status Icons

    External Description 5.3.3. Status Icons Type Icon Content Using external powe r Using internal battery. The level of battery has four stages. The lamp will start to flash when the level is very low. When using 2 batteries, the state of each battery is indicated. Power The icon is changed to red from blue when using battery.
  • Page 47 External Description Type Icon Content Error occurring. In this mode, splici ng is triggered b y closing the wind shield. Splicing process goes on un til the end of s plicing Splicing process paus es once befo re a rc di scharge. Splicing process paus es at each sub-s tep .

  • Page 48: Menu Screen

    External Description 5.3.4. Menu Screen Press ◄ ► and ▲ ▼ keys to access to the desired menu and the pointed menu pop-ups to large icon. Press Enter to select the menu. Function keys are provided to initiate current available functions displayed above the function keys.
  • Page 49 External Description Function Menu Function Keys Press to select corresponding Function Menu 5-11...

  • Page 51: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation 6. Basic Operation 6.1. Preparations for Power supply 6.1.1. Installing Battery ・Turn off the power before doing any operation. ・ Do not drop the battery during the installing or CAUTION removing operation. If the battery level indicator on the right upper corner is flashing, it means the battery is running out.
  • Page 52 Basic Operation 3. Open the Battery 1. Pull the Battery 2. Lower the Battery Door Lock. Door Lock. Door a little.
  • Page 53 Basic Operation 4. Insert the battery straight in the battery slot of the fusion splicer in the correct direction. After closing the battery door, lock the door lock surely Even if two pieces are put or only one piece is put in the upper or the lower, the battery can be used.

  • Page 54: Connecting The Power Cable To Ac Adapter

    Basic Operation 6.1.2. Connecting the power cable to AC adapter Connect the AC adaptor to DC Power port of the Splicer, and plug the AC adaptor into AC outlet. DC power port AC adaptor...

  • Page 55: Charging The Battery

    Basic Operation 6.1.3. Charging the Battery When charging battery in the S153 Ver.2 splicer 1. After connecting the power cable to AC adapter and plugging the power cable into AC outlet, Turn the splicer on. Charging process starts. Charging battery indicator is red.
  • Page 56 Basic Operation 5. Disconnect the S958C charger from AC power source. S943B battery is lithium ion type rechargeable battery; it can be recharged at any time, regardless if it is fully empty or still with some residual power. If storing battery for a long time, the power level becomes very low caused by self-discharging and the battery may be degraded.

  • Page 57: Turn Splicer On And Off

    Basic Operation 6.1.4. Turn Splicer ON and OFF Turning ON/OFF the power : Keep pushing power key (for about 2 seconds) Power key Turning ON power The opening massage will appear on the LCD screen for a short while, before the ready screen showing up.

  • Page 58: Installing Programs

    Basic Operation 6.2. Installing programs Load appropriate programs before operation. The S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer already has pre-defined programs installed for most commonly used fiber types and protection sleeves as default programs. User can select the program for fusion and heat, or edit and store it to a new program slot.
  • Page 59 Basic Operation When the S153 Ver.2 is turned on, the last program used is selected automatically. Program list For Splice Program No Program name Fiber type STD-STD For G652,G653,G655,and G657 SM-SM For Single Mode Fiber MM-MM For Multi Mode Fiber...

  • Page 60: Heat Program

    Press the Escape key repeatedly until the Ready screen is displayed. When the S153 Ver.2 is turned on, the last program used is selected automatically. The curl removing program is installed in program No.010. The curl-removing program can be selected from the heater program menu.
  • Page 61 Basic Operation Program list For Heater Program No Program name Sleeve type 60MM S921 For Sleeve Length 60mm（S921） 40MM S922 For Sleeve Length 40mm（S922） 60MM OTHER For Sleeve Length 60mm（For other 60mm sleeve） For Sleeve Length 40mm（S922） 40MM OTHER MIMI S928A For Mini Sleeve（S928A）...

  • Page 62: Selecting The Operating Language

    Basic Operation 6.2.3. Selecting the Operating Language The S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer can be set to provide operating prompts in several languages. The default operating language is English. From the Ready screen, press Menu key to access the Menu screen.

  • Page 63: Fusion Splicing

    Fiber” for detail. Close the windshield. Select “Arc Check” in the Menu screen and press Enter key. The S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer automatically feeds the fibers and discharges an arc. During the arc discharge, the fiber feeding motors of the S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer remains idle, preventing the fiber ends from butting.
  • Page 64 Operating Instructions The arc check function inspects how far the fibers melt back and the centered position of the fiber is located. If the arc check results are good, the message “RESULT: OK” is displayed in the pop-up window. Press OK key to return to the Menu screen.
  • Page 65 Operating Instructions check data is shown in the result. Pressing Optimize key enables automatic adjustment for the arc power, while Cancel key does not adjust or complete the arc check. “RETREAT AAA(BBB-CCC) AAA: Melt back value BBB: Lowest allowable value CCC: Highest allowable value POWER DDD(+EEE)→FFF DDD: Recommended arc power...

  • Page 66: Preparing The Fiber

    Operating Instructions 7.1.2. Preparing the Fiber Splice loss is directly affected by the quality of the fiber preparation. For best results, ensure that the V-grooves are clean and that the fiber ends are properly cleaned and cleaved. 1. Slide a splice protection sleeve onto either the right or the left fiber. Insert Protection sleeve Fiber...

  • Page 67: Loading The Fiber

    Operating Instructions Cleave the fiber so a proper length of bare fiber extends past the fiber coating (depending on the fiber holder type). Refer to the manual of the cleaver for the details. ♦ Do not clean the bare fiber after it has been cleaved ♦...

  • Page 68: Fusion Splicing

    ♦ When performing a dissimilar fiber splice, the orientation of the fibers is of no concern. Either fiber can be placed on the left or right side of the S153 Ver.2. ♦ When setting loose tube fiber, set to clamp the fiber part by the inside clamp of the holder lid and to clamp the tube part by the outside clamp of the holder lid.
  • Page 69 Operating Instructions X screens are zoomed up. The fibers are inspected for axis offset and cleave condition. The cores of the fibers are aligned on the X and Y view screens. The electrodes discharge. The splice is inspected. The splice loss is estimated and displayed on the LCD monitor as shown in the picture.
  • Page 70 Operating Instructions Menu: Display the Menu Screen. Zoom: Zoom in on the fiber image. Capture: Capture the fiber image and store it with the splice data. Field Change: Switch the fiber view between X and Y. ♦ If an abnormality was detected in the process, the estimated loss is displayed with “>” instead of “=”, to indicate the error occurrence in the cycle.
  • Page 71 Operating Instructions The following operation mode is also available. Refer to 8.5.1 for the mode setting. ・ The process stops at certain steps to ensure each step by operator. ・ Initiate the splice automatically by closing the Windshield.

  • Page 72: Splicing Defects

    Operating Instructions 7.1.5. Splicing Defects Defect Possible Causes Action Bubbling Wrong fiber type Select the correct Fusion Program, selected and repeat fusion splicing. Repeat fiber preparation and fusion Faulty cleave splicing. Repeat fiber preparation and fusion Dirty fiber end splicing. Degradation of Replace the electrodes.
  • Page 73 Operating Instructions Thickening Wrong Fusion Program Select the correct Fusion Program, selected and repeat fusion splicing. Excessive fiber feed Adjust the fiber feed amount. Degradation Replace electrodes. electrodes Perform an arc check, and adjust arc Excessive arc current power. Streak Wrong Fusion Program Select the correct Fusion Program, selected...

  • Page 74: Removing The Spliced Fiber

    Remove the spliced fiber, pulling slightly so that the fiber is taut. ♦ Handle the spliced fiber carefully. Do not twist the fiber. Do not attempt to load fibers while the S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer is resetting. Load the fibers only after the reset operation is complete and the READY screen is displayed.

  • Page 75: Reinforcing The Fusion Splice

    Operating Instructions 7.1.7. Reinforcing the Fusion Splice 1. Slide the splice protection sleeve over the splice. 2. Place the spliced fiber in the heater – right-side first – to force the right heater clamp to close. 3. Ensure that the stainless steel rod in the sleeve faces down and the splice protection sleeve rests in following right position.
  • Page 76 Operating Instructions 40mm S922 Heater Unit 20mm S928A-20 25mm S928A-25 35mm S928A-35 35mm is possible in both position. 7-14...
  • Page 77 Operating Instructions 4. Keeping the fiber taut with the left hand, lower the spliced fiber to force the left heater clamp to close. 5. Close heater cover. 6. When fiber is set and left clamping is shut, the HEAT LED turns on red and the heating starts automatically.
  • Page 78 Operating Instructions 7. Remove the fiber from the heater, and inspect the splice protection sleeve. normal heating excessive heating insufficient heating WARNING STOP using the fusion splicer when problems are experienced with the protection sleeve heater. Turn off the power immediately, remove the battery and contact service center 7-16...

  • Page 79: Programming Guide

    Programming Guide 8. Programming Guide 8.1. Programming Functions and Menu To start programming, user needs to access each function through Menu screen. 1. Press Menu (function) key to access the Menu screen. Menu key is available in the Ready screen and splice screens.
  • Page 80 Programming Guide Menu Item Features Content Check arc intensity and automatically optimize Perform arc check to proper level. See “Arc Check, Getting Started” Arc Check Perform a self Automatically diagnose condition of machine. machine check Measure and indicate fiber’s clad diameter, core Measure fiber diameter, core offset between fibers, cleaving angles and/or gap between fibers.
  • Page 81 Programming Guide Menu Item Features Content Adjust shrinking Adjustment a shrinking condition of the sleeve Sleeve condition Manage Splice Check previous splicing data, add comment, Data erase the data or transfer the data to PC. Obtain arc check Check arc data, add comment, erase the data data or transfer the data to PC.
  • Page 82 Programming Guide Menu Item Features Content Edit heating Change heat temperature, heat duration, and/or programs program name. List all available heat programs for fiber Show heat reinforcement. User can select any from the list. program list. See “Selecting a Fiber Program” in “Getting Started”.
  • Page 83 Programming Guide Menu Item Features Content Save frequently used screen(s) with short cut Set up short cut key(s), so user can immediately access desired screen(s), when necessary. Short Cut Set up default language, Monitor direction, login Set up parameters name, sleep function, splicing start pattern, etc. Get arc discharge times and/or splice counts.
  • Page 84 Programming Guide Menu Item Features Content Adjust LCD brightness Check machine Get machine’s manufacturer S/N, software info version. Replace/Clean electrodes Step-by-step tutorial that illustrates how to replace/clean the electrodes, clean lens, or Maintenance clean V-grooves & fiber clamps.. Clean lens Clean V groove and fiber clamp.

  • Page 85: Program Edit

    Programming Guide 8.2. Program Edit 1. Select “PRGM Edit” in the Menu screen and press Enter key. 2. Select “Fusion” or “Heater” and press Enter key. The following procedures and pictures are for Fusion program editing; however, the same procedure can be applied to the Heat programs.

  • Page 86: Setting

    Programming Guide 8.2.1. Setting 1. Select “Setting” and press Enter key in the pop-up menu. 2. Select “Splice” or “Inspect” tab with◄ ► keys. Select parameters with ▲ ▼ keys and press Enter to edit. 3. Change the parameter with ◄ ► keys (increase/decrease appropriate digits) ▲...

  • Page 87: Detail Setting

    Programming Guide 8.2.2. Detail Setting 1. Select “Detail Setting” and press Enter key in the pop-up menu. 2. A more detailed set of parameters is possible. The setting method is the same as "Setting". Press ▲ ▼ keys : to move one by one item Press Enter key : to move to next page...

  • Page 88: Default

    Programming Guide 8.2.3. Default Follow the procedures shown below to reset the modified program to the default parameters. 1. Select “Default” from Menu screen and press Enter key in the pop-up menu. The pop-up message window appears. 2. Press Enter key. 3.

  • Page 89: Copy

    Programming Guide 8.2.4. Copy Follow the procedures shown below to copy the selected program and paste it to a new location. 1. Select “Copy” and press Enter key in the pop-up menu. 2. Select a new destination for the program. The locations of the factory pre-installed programs can not be selected.

  • Page 90: Edit Comment

    Programming Guide 8.2.6. Edit Comment Follow the procedure shown below to edit the comment of the selected program. 1. Select “Edit Comment” and press Enter key. 2. The screen shows current comment in the upper window and characters available for editing in the lower window.
  • Page 91 Programming Guide S153 Ver.2 splicer can store a maximum of 150 fusion programs. ♦ Optimizing fusion parameters may call for other precise procedures, especially in the case of splicing various unlisted types of fibers. There are several hidden parameters which need to be taken into account when adjusting for optimum parameters.

  • Page 92: Parameter Table

    Programming Guide 8.2.7. Parameter Table Parameter Table for Fusion Program Parameter name Description For Splice 1st Arc Start Power Starting arc power in 1 arc discharge. 1st Arc End Power Ending arc power in 1 arc discharge. 2nd Arc Start Power Starting arc power in 2 arc discharge 2nd Arc End Power...
  • Page 93 Programming Guide Parameter name Description Selecting the direction of splicing pushing.(0:left side Z Push Type fiber, 1:right side fiber, 2:both side fiber) Starting time for pulse arc discharge in Main arc. (It could start from 1 arc discharge or skip it and begin Start Time [ms] 32767 from 2...
  • Page 94 Programming Guide Parameter name Description Attenuation splice method (0=No offset, 1=by splice loss Axis Offset Type value, 2=by fiber offset value) Offset [µm] 75.0 Function to allow clad offset splicing [µm] Gap for the final position tuning(core or clad alignment) Gap [µm] before the splicing [µm].
  • Page 95 Programming Guide Time chart of fusion parameters Time flow Collision of Fibers 1st Arc 2nd Arc Arc Power 2nd Arc Start 1st Arc End Power Power 2nd Arc End 1st Arc Start Power Power T1 = Start time T2 = 1st Arc On Time T3 = 1st Arc Off Time T4 = 2nd Arc On Time 1st Arc Duration...
  • Page 96 Programming Guide Cleaning Arc Fusion Arc Repeat Arc Power(1) Power(2) Power(3) Common Arc Power Arc Power-100 +:(eccentric core Arc Power fiber) Compensation 0:(consentric core fiber) Cleaning A-Power Offset Repeat Arc Power Offset Environment sensor Compensation “+” marked terms are taken account to calculating each arc power 8-18...
  • Page 97 Programming Guide Parameter Table for Heater Program Parameter name Min Max Description Heat Temp IN [deg.C] 280 Temperature of INNER heater for the first half. Heat Temp OUT [deg.C] 280 Temperature of OUTER heater for the first half. Heat Time [sec] 300 Operation time of the first half.
  • Page 98 Programming Guide Setting for automatic start function. [0] : The non-operation. Manual start operation. [1]]: The operation. When fiber set and left Auto Start clamping shut, heating start automatically.*) [2]: operation. Consecutive heating operation. Compensation Auto Start Expansion time of the automatic operation. * Do not leave the protection sleeve in a heater after finish of shrinkage.
  • Page 99 Programming Guide Time chart of heater parameters 8-21...

  • Page 100: History

    Programming Guide 8.3. History By selecting “History” in the Menu screen, the operator can access details of the splice data, arc check history and image archives; user can also add comments to each individual data. The data also can be transferred/ uploaded to PC or deleted from the memory. In the Menu screen, select the “History”...

  • Page 101: Splice Data

    Programming Guide 8.3.1. Splice Data 1. If “Splice Data” is selected, a list of previous splice data is displayed on the screen (as shown in the picture below). 2. Select a targeted date and press Enter key to obtain the detail of the data as shown in the picture.
  • Page 102 Programming Guide The data structure displayed are as follows; Data Title Description CMNT Comment of the data, which can be edited. No. 1 is the data for the last splice and the number increases for older splices. Arc Count Arc Count when splice was performed. Date Date and time for the splice performed.
  • Page 103 Refer to 8.2.6 for how to edit comment. PC-OUT When you first connect the S153 Ver.2 to a PC, install driver software for S153 Ver.2 on your PC. Ask your representative or Furukawa Electric to obtain the driver software. Follow the procedures shown below to upload the data to PC.
  • Page 104 Select “PC-OUT” in the pop-up menu of S153 Ver.2 and press Enter key. 10. Select “Current” for the desired/selected data or “All” for all the stored data and press Enter key. S153 Ver.2 will send data through hyper terminal to PC and you will see data in the window.

  • Page 105: Arc Check History

    Programming Guide ♦ The splice data can be stored for the capacity up to 2000. Data older than 2,000 splices is automatically erased. ♦ When the splice is performed with an additional arc, the data shows final results after the additional arc.
  • Page 106 Programming Guide Data Title Description Date Date and time for the arc check performed. PRGM Name of Fusion Program. W.L. Wavelength Arc Power Value of Arc Power Retreat Value of how far the fibers melt back Center Value for centered position of the melt back 3.

  • Page 107: Image Capture

    Programming Guide 8.3.3. Image Capture 1. The list of the captured photos is displayed. 2. Select a photo and press Enter key to show the image and data as shown in the picture. 3. Press Menu key and the pop-up shows available functions. Select desired function and press Enter to initiate the operation.
  • Page 108 Programming Guide FULL Screen: Displaying the image in the full screen size. PC-OUT: Uploading the data to PC. Edit Comment: Editing the Comment of the data. Delete: Deleting the data. Follow the same procedure for Spice Data. The data displayed are as follows; Sample Description Name of the Fusion Program...
  • Page 109 Programming Guide Follow the below procedure for PC-OUT. Conect to PC and Splicer. Open HYPER TERMINAL. Select “PC-OUT” and press Enter key. Select 「Receive File」 in 「Transfer」 of PC, then select 「Xmodem」 , specified the save location ,and save data by “.bmp” format. Open the save data on PC.

  • Page 110: Tool

    Programming Guide 8.4. Tool This menu provides with various kinds of utility functions. 1. Select “”Tool” in the Menu screen and press Enter key. 2. Select a Sub-Menu in the table below and press Enter key. 3. Press the Escape key repeatedly to return to the Ready screen. Sub-Menu Function Machine Check...

  • Page 111: Machine Check

    4. Set the fibers on both sides and press to initiate the remaining check. 5. S153 Ver.2 automatically performs the remaining check and a pop-up message prompts the user to perform an arc check. 6. Press Enter key and select “Execute” or “Cancel” to perform the arc check. In the pop-up screen, press Enter key again.

  • Page 112: Fiber Measuring

    8.4.2. Fiber Measuring The S153 Ver.2 performs an auto or manual inspection of the fiber (specifically, the clad and core offset, relative eccentricity, gap, fiber tilt and relative cleave angle). 1. Select “Fiber Measuring” in the “Tool” screen and a sub-menu is displayed.
  • Page 113 Programming Guide Measuring results The results are shown in the following 3 pages. Press ▲▼ keys to switch screens. 1st Result Screen (Bilateral measurement) PARAMETER DESCRIPTION CLAD OFF Amount of CLAD OFFSET between the two fibers. The GAP between the two fibers. FIBER TILT Angle at which fibers come into the screen.

  • Page 114: Environment

    Angle at which fibers come into the screen. FOCUS Ratio of beam-width clad against 8.4.3. Environment The S153 Ver.2 allows the user to view environmental conditions. 1. Select “Environment” in the Tool menu screen and press Enter key. 2. “Temperature” and Ambient “Pressure” are displayed.

  • Page 115: Manual Splicing

    Programming Guide 8.4.4. Manual Splicing It allows the entire cycle of splicing to be operated manually using the keypad. 1. Select “Manual Splicing” in the Tool menu screen and press Enter key. 2. Select the preferred operating mode and press Enter key. Load fibers before selecting “Semi Auto”.
  • Page 116 Programming Guide Variables which can be manipulated Command Setting Menu Description Activate left fiber feeding Activate right fiber feeding Motor ALN_X Activate X-axis aligning ALN_Y Activate Y-axis aligning Drive the motor leftward ◄ Move Drive the motor rightward ► HIGH Selecting high speed for motor movement Speed Selecting low speed for motor movement...
  • Page 117 Programming Guide Command Setting Menu Description This Reset the activated motor Reset Reset all the motors Origin Displaying X-axis image Field Displaying Y-axis image Zoom image Zoom Cancel zoom image (Value) Showing current pulse position of the Pulse activated motor 8-39...

  • Page 118: Image Capture

    Programming Guide 8.4.5. Image Capture The S153 Ver.2 allows the user to store and delete fiber images. 1. Select “Image Capture” and press Enter key. 2. Select “Capture” to capture and store image or “Delete data” to delete the image and press Enter key.

  • Page 119: Adjusting Shrinking Condition Of Sleeve

    Programming Guide 8.4.6. Adjusting shrinking condition of sleeve Optimizing shrinking condition for the sleeve 1. Select “Sleeve Shrink Adjustment “. Select a pattern (A-E) that is similar to the current shrinking condition of the sleeve. And press Enter key. Code Condition of sleeve / Content Not shrinking enough at sleeve end Bubble in the center of sleeve Fiber coating melts...

  • Page 120: Setting

    Programming Guide 8.5. Setting The following functions are available in Setting. Sub-Menu Setting item Contents Parameter Language Selecting default language Auto Start for Fusion Selecting start mode Auto, Semi Auto or Cancel Auto Start for Heater Selecting start mode Cancel, Auto or Repeat Data Output Activating data output mode Stepping Action...
  • Page 121 Programming Guide Sub-Menu Setting item Contents Sensor Activating environmental compensation Display Image Activating fiber image during arc discharging Tension Test Activating tension test Direction of Monitor Selecting monitor direction Battery Mode Selecting use for battery / 2 Batt. (parallel) or 1 Batt.(serial). Illumination Lamp Brightness control for LED lamp Arc Counter...
  • Page 122 Programming Guide Sub-Menu Setting item Contents Alarm Activating alarm Alarm Count Setting alarm count Stripping Counter Reset Reset counter to zero Alarm On/Off Activating alarm Alarm Count Setting alarm count Splicing Counter Reset Reset counter to zero Alarm On/Off Activating alarm Activating alarm Setting alarm count Total Arc Setting alarm...

  • Page 123: Parameter

    Programming Guide 1. Select “Setting” in the Menu screen and press Enter key. 2. Select Sub-Menu and press Enter key. 3. Select Setting item and press Enter key. 4. Follow the procedure below for setting each item. 5. Press Escape to return to the previous screen. 8.5.1.
  • Page 124 Programming Guide Language Select the display language Auto Start for Fusion 『Cancel ⇔ Active ⇔ Semi Auto』 『Cancel』 Auto Start function does not work. 『Active』 After setting fibers, even if you do not press the start key, splicing process is started by closing the windshield. 『Semi-Auto』...
  • Page 125 Programming Guide Data Output Select display mode (display or hide) inspection data 『Cancel ⇔ Active ⇔ PC』 『Cancel』 Not display 『Active』 The data is displayed on the LCD screen. 『PC』 Output the data with the PC connected by USB cable. Stepping Action 『Type1 ⇔...
  • Page 126 Programming Guide Buzzer Sound Setting Buzzer volume 『2 ⇔ 1 ⇔ 0』 『2 ⇔ ⇔ 0 』 Laud ⇔ ⇔ Mute Small Buzzer Tone Selecting the buzzer tone. 『2 ⇔ 1 ⇔ 0』 Sleep Type Selecting the power save type 『LCD ⇔...
  • Page 127 Programming Guide Sleep Time Time until shifting to the state of the power saving is set from 1 to 10 minutes. 『10 ⇔ 9 ⇔ 8 ⇔ ・・・・・⇔ 1』 Calendar Format Setting the display style of the date on the screen 『YYMMDD ⇔...
  • Page 128 Programming Guide Sensor 『Active ⇔ Cancel』 『Active』 Depending on the change in barometric pressure of the environment, the strength of the arc discharge is corrected automatically. 『Cancel』 Cancel Display Image Activating fiber image during arc discharging 『Type 1 ⇔ Type 2』 Tension Test 『Active ⇔...
  • Page 129 Programming Guide Direction of Monitor Selecting direction of LCD screen 『Front ⇔ Rear』 『Front』 The lower side of the LCD screen is the operating key. 『Rear』 The lower side of the LCD screen is the Heater. It is a direction that looks normal in the top and bottom of the screen when seeing from a rear side of the splicer.
  • Page 130 Programming Guide Arc Counter Displaying and editing arc count Displaying the current count and can be adjusted to any count (up to 32767). Select a digit with ◄ ► and press ▲ ▼ to increase/decrease the value. When “+ “is selected, press ▲ key to advance to 32767 or press ▼ key to advance to 0. Total arc Counter Displaying total arc count Only displays the current count and cannot be edited.
  • Page 131 Programming Guide Style Display Selecting display layout for X/Y screens 『0 ⇔ 1⇔ 2 ⇔ 3』 『0』 『1』 『2』 『3』 Side- by-Side Up/Down Side- by-Side Up/Down without data display without data display Charge Select The priority settings for the battery to be charged 『Low ⇔...
  • Page 132 Programming Guide Charge Mode Select the amount of battery level to be charged. 『100⇔ 80[%]』 『100』 To charge up to 100% of battery capacity. 『80』 To charge up to 80% of battery capacity. 8-54...

  • Page 133: Counter

    Programming Guide 8.5.2. Counter 1. Select a Setting item in the “Counter“ list and press Enter key. 2. Pop-up window shows available functions. Press ▲ ▼ keys to select desired function and press Enter key. 3. Pop-up window shows available setting. Press ▲ ▼ keys to select desired setting and press Enter key.

  • Page 134: Data

    Programming Guide Total Arc Not Available increase/decrease the value. When “+ “ is selected, press ▲ key to advance to 32767 or press ▼ key to advance to 0. 8.5.3. Data 1. Select “Before Splicing” or “After Splicing” in the “Data“...
  • Page 135 Programming Guide Data which can be displayed Process for Data Display Data Cleave Angle Before Splice Clad Offset Cleave Angle After Splice Clad Offset Estimation Loss ♦ “Data Output” in the “Parameter” must be “Active” to display the data. 8-57...

  • Page 136: Clock

    Programming Guide 8.5.4. Clock 1. The setting screen is displayed (see picture to the right).. ▲ ▼ 2. Press keys select setting item (Day/Month/Year/Hour/Minute) and press Adjust key 3. Select a digit with ◄ ► and press ▲ ▼ increase/decrease the value, and press Set key. 4.

  • Page 137: Shortcut

    Programming Guide 8.6. Shortcut The S153 Ver.2 allows the user to register a frequently used screen onto a “Shortcut”, and advance to that particular screen quickly. <Registering> 1. Select “Shortcut” in the Menu screen and keep pressing Enter key until the second beep sounds.

  • Page 138: Maintenance

    Programming Guide 8.7. Maintenance The S153 Ver.2 allows the user to obtain procedure and pictures for maintenance. 1. Select “Maintenance” in the Menu screen and press Enter key. 2. Select item from following list and press Enter key. Replace/Clean electrodes...

  • Page 139: Maintenance And Handling Instructions

    Programming Guide 9. Maintenance and Handling Instructions 9.1. Error Messages The following is a list of most commonly encountered error messages that can be observed. Refer to the following table for trouble-shooting. Error Messages Error Description Cause of the error Action CUT ERROR Cleaving error is...
  • Page 140 Programming Guide Error Messages Error Description Cause of the error Action OVER-RUN The motor detected Fiber is not loaded or Load the fiber at the (with name of the the overrun limit when not in the proper proper position. failed motor) running forward.
  • Page 141 Programming Guide Error Messages Error Description Cause of the error Action The temperature does not reach the Heater Error No.13 set value within the Incorrect parameter is Check and correct the time limit from heating set for heating. heating parameters. start up.
  • Page 142 Defect in the image Contact service processing system. center. Optics is dirty. See Maintenance chapter. OUT OF SPEC The fiber is out of Cladding diameter is Can not splice with applicable range. out of applicable S153 Ver.2. range.
  • Page 143 Programming Guide Error Messages Error Description Cause of the error Action LOW BATTERY Battery has no power Battery has no power See “Recharging remaining. remaining. Battery”. The Heater consumes a lot of electric power to shrink the protection sleeve fast. Therefore, the battery output voltage descends.

  • Page 144: Maintenance

    Turn off the switch and replace or clean the electrodes by using the electrode sharpener. The S153 Ver.2 asks if the electrodes are replaced after prompting the action. Select “Yes” if replaced and “No” if not. When “Yes” is selected, the...
  • Page 145 Programming Guide the prompting message will be displayed again when power is turned on. ♦ Always replace or clean both electrodes, even if only one electrode is damaged. ♦ Be sure to turn off the Power switch before starting maintenance. Never touch the electrode while the Power is on.
  • Page 146 Programming Guide ♦ How to clean the Electrodes by using the electrode sharpener. a) Firmly stick the tip of an electrode (approx. 0.5 – 1.0 mm) into the electrode sharpener and turn/twist the electrode 3-4 times. Attention: Don’t grasp the electrode knob (if possible, grasp a section of the electrode rod).

  • Page 147: Cleaning The Objective Lens

    Programming Guide When loading the electrodes into the splicer, push the electrode knob flush with the holding plate to ensure correct spacing. 5. Tighten the screws of the Holding Plates uniformly. Do not overtighten the screws. 6. Lower the windshield, and press ARC at least five (5) times to burn off any residue remaining on the electrodes.

  • Page 148: Cleaning The V-Groove Fiber Clamps

    Programming Guide 9.2.5. Cleaning the V-groove Fiber Clamps Two Fiber Clamps are located in the windshield to help press the fiber into the V-grooves. Open the windshield. Clean the top of the fiber clamps with a cotton swab soaked with denatured alcohol. 9.2.6.

  • Page 149: Back Up Battery

    Programming Guide 9.3. Back up battery S153 Ver.2 has the backup battery other than the battery that operates the splicer. The backup battery is for the calendar and the memory preservation. The backup battery is rechargeable. When the S153 Ver.2 is turned on, the backup battery is charged.

  • Page 150: Claims And Repackaging

    Immediately inform Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. or your local sales representative and, if necessary, the carrier, if the contents of the shipment are incomplete, or if the S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer or any of its components are damaged or defective, or if the fusion splicer fails during operation.
  • Page 151 ♦ If possible, return material in its original shipping container and packing material. 1. Seal the shipping container securely and clearly mark FRAGILE on its surface. 2. Always provide the model and serial number of the S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer and, if necessary, the RMA number on any accompanying documentation.

  • Page 153: Battery Charger：s958C

    Option Option 10.1. Battery Charger： ： ： ： S958C Charger for S943(B) battery Input jack for S977A Power indicator Input jack for S977A Green lighting : Turning ON Red & Green blinking : Power trouble CHARGE indicator Red lighting : During charge Green lighting: Charge complete Red &...
  • Page 154 Option ☆Charging The number of the battery which S958C charger can charge at the same time depends on the AC adapter. Therefore, the S958C charger has two kinds of jacks that connect the AC adaptor. Chage mode AC adaptor contents Parallel S976A The two batteries are charged at the same times.
  • Page 155 Option For charging the Battery, insert the Battery pack squarely into the slot of the charger. If the battery pack sits in the charger at an angle, the battery may not charge and charging errors may occur. In such a case, remove the battery pack, and replace into the charger taking care to seat it correctly.

  • Page 156: Cooling Tray：ctx-01

    Option 10.2. Cooling Tray： ： ： ： CTX-01 Tray to cool sleeve after heating Set it in the back of the main body. Cooling Tray Setting Cooling Tray 10-4...

  • Page 157: Working Belt：wbt-01

    Option 10.3. Working Belt： ： ： ： WBT-01 Adjust the length of the belt according to the body. Connect each belt on each hook, put the fusion splicer, and fix with metal fittings. 10-5...

  • Page 158: Cleaning Brush：vgc-01

    Option 10.4. Cleaning Brush： ： ： ： VGC-01 It is used to remove the garbage that adheres to V-groove and the fiber clamp. 10-6...

  • Page 159: Hard Carrying Case：hcc-01

    Option 10.5. Hard carrying case： ： ： ： HCC-01 The lid of the hard carrying case can be remove. How to remove is as follows. Open the case. Remove the stopper screw Slide the lid and remove. 10-7...

  • Page 160: Tripod Adaptor：tpa-01

    Option 10.6. Tripod adaptor： ： ： ： TPA-01 Fix Tripod adaptor to the rear surface of the Bottom case with 4 screws. Tripod adaptor 10-8...

  • Page 161: Recycling And Disposal

    Recycling and Disposal Recycling and Disposal When you dispose S153 Ver.2 fusion splicer or its standard components, follow your local disposal regulations, or contact Furukawa Electric Co., LTD or your local representative. To recycle, disassemble it first and sort each part by material and follow your local recycling regulations.
  • Page 162 Recycling and Disposal S153 Ver.2 has a backup battery for backup memory and calendar. How to take off a battery is indicated in the following. Removing the built-in battery 1. Remove the 4 screws, and 2. Remove wiring 3. There is the built-in battery remove the bottom case.
  • Page 163 Recycling and Disposal For sales and service information, contact FURUKAWA ELECTRIC CO.,LTD. or your local representative.
  • Page 164 Recycling and Disposal Sales Department: Fiber Optics & Applications Global Sales & Marketing Telecommunications Company Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. 2-3, Marunouchi 2Chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-8322 JAPAN TEL：+81-3-3286-3340 FAX：+81-3-3286-3978 Service Department: CS2 Group Access Network Department FITEL Products Division Telecommunications Company Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.

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