Cleaning Duplex Connectors - Avaya 8800 Series Installation Manual

3. Gently wipe the cylindrical and end-face surfaces with a dry tissue.
4. Dry the connector surfaces by applying canned air.
5. Inspect the connector to ensure it is clean and undamaged.

Cleaning duplex connectors

Clean connectors so that the optical signal is minimally attenuated by the connector.
This procedure is appropriate when you suspect more than dust contamination.
Prerequisites
• You need a lens-grade, lint-free tissue,for example, Kimwipes.
• You need an optical-grade isopropyl alcohol (IPA) (98% or more pure).
• You need a high-quality canned compressed air with extension tube.
Compressed air must be free of dust, water, and oil, or filmy deposits or scratches on the
surface of the connector can result.
• You need a fiber optic microscope to inspect connectors.
Warning:
Risk of eye injury
When you inspect a connector, ensure that light sources are off. The light source in fiber
optic cables can damage your eyes.
To avoid getting debris in your eyes, wear safety glasses when you work with the canned
air duster.
To avoid eye irritation on contact, wear safety glasses when you work with isopropyl
alcohol.
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Important:
Do not let the IPA evaporate; wipe it dry immediately. Alcohols can leave a
residue that is difficult to remove.
To prevent contamination, do not touch the connector surfaces after cleaning; and
cover connectors with dust caps if you are not going to use them right away.
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