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3EM13853AF
Issue 01, September 2007
Bulkhead Connectors
Select appropriate CLETOP Stick-Type to clean bulkhead connector for fiber optic
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connection.
a.
For FC, SC and ST bulkhead connectors use the CLETOP 2.5mm Stick-Type
cleaner
b.
For LC and MU bulkhead connectors use the CLETOP 1.25mm Stick-Type
cleaner
Insert CLETOP swab into the optical bulkhead adapter and gently twist/wipe to clean
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fiber-optic interface. Discard swab after each use.
Are there more fiber optic bulkheads to clean?
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Inspect Connector
Use inspection microscope to inspect fiber-optic connector. See figure
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examples of clean and contaminated fibers. Note that MPX connector has multiple
fibers. Use the following criteria to determine clean fiber:
a.
Fiber core must have no contaminants or defects.
b.
Fiber cladding must have no contaminants. Minor defects (pits and scratches) are
acceptable.
c.
Fiber ferrule may not have contaminants or defects that interfere with fiber-optic
connector mating.
Is fiber-optic connector clean?
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Clean and inspect fiber-optic connector up to five more times.
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Is fiber-optic connector clean?
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Remove permanent plastic cap retainer, if applicable. Follow customer practices.
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Clean Fiber-Optic Connectors
If yes, go to step 26.
If no, go to step 29.
If yes, go to step 34.
If no, go to step 31.
If yes, go to step 33.
If no, contact next level of support.
DLP-100
100-1
for
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