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1. GENERAL 1. GENERAL 1. GENERAL 1. GENERAL...
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- The Splicer performs fiber gap setting, core/cladding alignment and splice automatically by image processing by an internal microprocessor. - Both PAS and RIDS can be used for Fujikura PANDA fiber and 3M Tiger fiber. Only RIDS can be used for other kinds of PM fiber.
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2. CONSTRUCTION 2. CONSTRUCTION 2. CONSTRUCTION 2. CONSTRUCTION...
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2.1 Components 2.1 Components 2.1 Components 2.1 Components The components comprising the FSM-20PM are shown in Table 2.1 and 2.2. Table 2.1 Components of the FSM-20PM Name Quantity Splicer Main Body Controller Fiber Guide 2pcs AC Power Cord for Splicer Monitor Extinction Cord DC Power Cord of Controller Control Cord of Controller...
2.2 Optional Accessories 2.2 Optional Accessories 2.2 Optional Accessories 2.2 Optional Accessories The optional accessories are available shown in Table 2.3. Table 2.3 Optional Accessories of the FSM-20PM Name Model Note Bar Clamp PT-05 0.22mm-0.9mm coating fiber Side Mounted Tray WT-PM2 Tripod Adapter TRA-01...
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3. DESCRIPTION of 3. DESCRIPTION of 3. DESCRIPTION of 3. DESCRIPTION of PRODUCTS PRODUCTS PRODUCTS PRODUCTS...
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3.1 Main body 3.1 Main body 3.1 Main body 3.1 Main body Figure Front View of the Main body Figure Front View of the Main body Figure Front View of the Main body Figure Front View of the Main body Name Function Internal Monitor Allows the operator to view the fibers during the...
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ARC FUSION SPLICER FSM-20PMII RESET Figure Top View of the Main body Figure Top View of the Main body Figure Top View of the Main body Figure Top View of the Main body Name Function To start the splicing operation, or to go through to the PAUSE state.
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OUT PUT VIDEO OUT 12V 1.2A 12V 0.5A SER. PORT T3.15A GP‑IB 100‑240V 50‑60Hz 3A Figure Side View of the Main body Figure Side View of the Main body Figure Side View of the Main body Figure Side View of the Main body Name Function Video Output Outputs the NTSC video signal (manufacturer use.) Terminal SER.
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Figure Top View of the V-Groove Area Figure Top View of the V-Groove Area Figure Top View of the V-Groove Area Figure Top View of the V-Groove Area Name Function LED Lamp To illuminate the fibers for image processing. When the wind protector is closed, the illumination is turned ON, when it is opened, the illumination is turned OFF.
Objective Lens Magnifies the fiber image. Discharge Electrode Used to produce the arc discharge for fiber splicing. Electrode Fixture Used to align and secure the electrodes in the correct position. 3.2 Control Box 3.2 Control Box 3.2 Control Box 3.2 Control Box +12V 0.5A FSM-20PM II CONTROL BOX...
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Motor Indicator The lamps of the indicator display the selected motor by the motor by the "Motor select" key. MODE Key To change the splice mode to P1, P2, P3, SM or MM. The mode indicator displays the splice mode according to this key.
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3.3 Fiber Guide 3.3 Fiber Guide 3.3 Fiber Guide 3.3 Fiber Guide The fiber guide is an accessory to support the optical fiber as it rotates. The fiber guide fits into the fiber guide stand on the side of the splicer. When using side mounted tray is used, the fiber guide fits into the side mounted tray.
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WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING (1) This equipment is designed for splicing the optical glass fiber for telecommunication. Do not attempt to splice any other types of fibers or any other materials. (2) Safety glasses should always be worn during the fiber preparation and the splicing process.
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CAUTON CAUTON CAUTON CAUTON (1) Keep the splicer free from sand or dust. Never clean the V-groove with a hard material or rough object. Doing so will damage the surface, and degrade the performance. (2) Precise adjustment and alignment have been made to all parts of this splicer before shipping.
4.2 Splicing procedure 4.2 Splicing procedure 4.2 Splicing procedure 4.2 Splicing procedure 4.2.1 Connecting of Power Cord 1. Confirm that the Power Switch is OFF Confirm the power switch is OFF before connecting the AC Power Cord. 2. Connecting the AC Power Cord Plug the AC power cord into the AC power terminal.
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4.2.2.2 Power Off Method 1. Press the "RESET" key. 2. Open the wind protector. 3. Turn OFF the power switch of the splicer. 4. Close the wind protector, and install the Z-unit stopper. 5. Attach the top cover of the splicer. 6.
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1. Display "READY" message Ensure "READY" message is on the monitor. 2. Select Splice Mode Push MODE key on the control box, and ∗P 1 - P P P 2 - P P select Splice Mode according to the fiber type. P 1 - P T P 2 - P T P 1 - T P...
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4. Cleaving the Fiber Cleave the fiber with a precise optical fiber cleaver. The cleaved length must be 10mm-16mm for 0.22 and 0.25mm coated fiber, and 16mm only for 0.4mm and 0.9mm coated fiber. [NOTE] The splice loss may increase if the condition of the cleaver is not good. [NOTE] Do not touch the bare fiber.
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position on the sheath clamp. While setting the fiber, be careful that the fiber end doesn’t touch the V-groove surface or any other surface or object (such as the up/down mirror). Fiber end must not be contaminated. (2) Close the sheath clamp while holding the fiber, and ensure that the fiber is touching on the bottom of the V-groove.
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4.2.6 Automatic Splicing Procedure The automatic splice procedure is described as below. P 1 - P P 1. Confirmation of the "READY" message Check "READY" message is displayed on monitor (Display 1). Press "RESET" key to enter the "READY" state if the "READY"...
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[NOTE] Observe and check the fiber ends on the monitor with your eyes. In case the fiber ends are bad as shown in figure below, press the "RESET" key to cancel the splice. Then prepare the fiber ends again, i.e., stripping, cleaning and cleaving. Crack Incline [NOTE] The splicer may not detect the dust on the fiber surface sometimes.
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(2) The splicer begins high voltage ARC fusion, and stuffs the left fiber towards P 1 - P P the right fiber. (Display 5) [NOTE] The ARC POWER is automatically compensated atmospheric pressure. (3) "FINISHED" message is displayed on F I N I S H E D ( X ) the monitor (Display 6).
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4.2.7 REARC In a case that the splice loss is higher than acceptable value, REARC may improve the P 1 - P P splice loss. 1. REARC Press the "ARC" key to perform REARC after "FINISHED" message is displayed on the monitor.
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3. Remove the spliced fiber (1) Open the wind protector. (2) Open the sheath clamps (3) Open the fiber clamps. (4) Then remove the spliced fiber carefully from the V-groove. -28-...
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4.3 Alignment process of each splice mode 4.3 Alignment process of each splice mode 4.3 Alignment process of each splice mode 4.3 Alignment process of each splice mode 4.3.1 P1-∗∗ mode (P1-PP, P1-PT, P1-TP, P1-TT) θ Both XY-axis alignment and axis alignment are performed by PAS in the case of P1‑∗∗...
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(4) Press the “SET” key if the splicer is in a PAUSE state. The splicer aligns the cladding in both X and Y fields again. (Display 3) (5) The splicer will be in a PAUSE state after P 1 - P P all alignments are finished.
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4.3.2 P2-∗∗ mode (P2-PP, P2-PT, P2-TP, P2-TT) ∗∗ θ In the case of P2- mode, XY-axis alignments is performed by RIDS and -axis alignments is performed by PAS. RIDS: Remote Injection and detection system. A power meter and a light source are needed.
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4. Press the "SET" key The splicer operates cleaning ARC, initial P 2 - P P 2 2 5 gap setting and cleave angle check. "CHECK FIBER" message is displayed if "PAUSE1" is "ON" in the "OPTION SET." menu. (Display 2) [NOTE] The Cladding axial offset value is 0 .
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(6) Press the "SET" key to start splice process again if the splicer in PAUSE state P 1 - P P ("PAUSE2"). Both fibers move toward each other again. The splicer sets a narrow gap between the fiber ends. (7) The splicer begins high voltage ARC fusion, and stuffs the left fiber forward # # A R C # # ( Y )
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4.3.3 P3 mode θ In the case of P3 mode, both XY-axis alignment and -axis alignment are performed by RIDS. RIDS: Remote Injection and detection system. A power meter and a light source are needed. 1. Connection of the Measuring System A power meter and a light source are needed for this alignment method.
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5. Fiber Setting See the section 4.2.5. 6. Press the "SET" key The splicer operates cleaning ARC, initial 2 2 5 gap setting and cleave angle check. "CHECK FIBER" message is displayed if "PAUSE1" is "ON" of the "OPTION SET." menu. (Display 2) [NOTE] The Cladding axial offset value is 0 .
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θ (3) Then the splicer beeps 3 times after axis alignment is finished and displays a "SET PM UNIT" message on the monitor. (Display 6) 10. Adjustment of the analyzer (1) In the case of " PMALIN MAX" Adjustment of the analyzer is not needed. Go to next step.
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4.3.4 SM mode XY-axis alignment is performed by PAS in the case of SM mode. (PAS: Profile Alignment System) 1. Splice Mode Selection (1) Ensure the splicer is "READY" state. P 1 - P P P 2 - P P P 1 - P T P 2 - P T (2) Select splice mode by pressing "MODE"...
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(4) Press the "SET" key to start splice process again if the splicer in PAUSE state ("PAUSE2"). Both fibers move toward each other again. The splicer sets a narrow gap between the fiber ends. (5) The splicer begins high voltage ARC # # A R C # # ( Y ) fusion, and stuffs the left fiber forward the...
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4.3.4 MM mode XY-axis alignment is performed by PAS in the case of MM mode. (PAS: Profile Alignment System) 1. Splice Mode Selection (1) Ensure the splicer is "READY" state. P 1 - P P P 2 - P P (2) Select splice mode by pressing "MODE"...
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(4) Press the "SET" key to start splice process again if the splicer in PAUSE state ("PAUSE2"). Both fibers move toward each other again. The splicer sets a narrow gap between the fiber ends. (5) The splicer begins high voltage ARC # # A R C # # ( Y ) fusion, and stuffs the left fiber forward...
5. MENU COMMANDS 5. MENU COMMANDS 5. MENU COMMANDS 5. MENU COMMANDS -41-...
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This splicer maintains conditions and splice data results in a non-volatile memory. Functions used for settings and maintenance are also maintained. 5.1 Optional Function Setting 5.1 Optional Function Setting 5.1 Optional Function Setting 5.1 Optional Function Setting This splicer maintains conditions and splice data results in a non-volatile memory.
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Details of each parameter are shown below. Parameter Explanation ARCPER This parameter determines discharge current by bit unit. The possible range is 0 – 31 bit. The discharge current is approximately 10.0+0.3*DATA(mA). ARCTIME Arc discharge time FORWARD Movement time of the left fiber during Arc discharge. If fiber stuff amount is not suitable, adjust this parameter.
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5.1.1 Arc Parameter 1. Select the Parameter CONDITION SET ∗ Move the " " symbol next to the ARCPWR parameter changed with ∗ARCTIME 2000(msec) FORWARD 40(msec) "CONDITION" key. (Display 1) PREFUSE 180(msec) NONE 2. Change the Value ANGLE PMALIN Press a Condition Input key on the R EAD Y ( X) control box to input new value.
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5.1.2 PMALIN MIN or MAX 1. Select “PMALIN CONDITION SET ARCPWR ∗ Move " " symbol next ARCTIME 2000(msec) FORWARD 40(msec) “PMALIN” with "CONDITION" key. PREFUSE 180(msec) (Display 1) NONE ANGLE ∗PMALIN 2. SELECT “MIN” or “MAX” R EAD Y ( X) (1) To select “MIN”...
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5.2 Option Set Setting 5.2 Option Set Setting 5.2 Option Set Setting 5.2 Option Set Setting 1. Select the "Condition Set" The discharge conditions are displayed on the monitor by pressing the ∗ CONDITION key. Move the " " symbol to the bottom parameter and press the CONDITION key again.
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2. Select the Parameter ∗ Move the " " symbol next to the parameter to CONDITION SET P1-∗∗ be changed with the “CONDITION” key. DATA (Display 1) LITARC ∗PAUSE1 PAUSE2 3. Select ON or OFF EFTCHK ARCCOUNT (1) Select ON Press "1"...
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5.3 Manual Motor Operation 5.3 Manual Motor Operation 5.3 Manual Motor Operation 5.3 Manual Motor Operation The splicer has 9 independent motors, these can be manually operated when the splicer is in PAUSE state. (ex. READY, CHECK FIBER S/R, PAUSE) Fibers can be aligned with this manual motor operation at PAUSE1 or PAUSE2.
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1. Select the Motor Select the motor to move with the Motor select key. PR FOC FIL MIR MOTOR SELECT PR FOC FIL MIR DIRECTION 2. Manual Operation Press the motor direction key to move the motor. During pressing the motor direction key, the motor continues moving.
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5.4 Releasing Monitor 5.4 Releasing Monitor 5.4 Releasing Monitor 5.4 Releasing Monitor The LCD monitor on the splicer can be detached from the splicer. The following shows how to detach the monitor. 1. Turn off the power switch. 2. Detach the monitor terminal on the splicer. 3.
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WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING Safety glasses should always be worn during the fiber preparation and the splicing process. A glass fiber fragment can be extremely dangerous if it comes into contact with the eye, skin, or is ingested. 6.1 Dip Switch Functions Dip Switch Functions Dip Switch Functions Dip Switch Functions...
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Dip Switch Functions Switch No. Function Dip SW 1 Field change before aligning Discharge in X field view Not used ECF Aligning (usually must be ON) 1.55um dispersion shifted fiber loss estimation MSB 6-8 Adjusted by each splicer. Never change these bits. Dip SW 2 Adjusted by each splicer.
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This function works in SM mode only. OFF: Estimated splice loss is for 1300nm wavelength SM fiber. "1.3um LOSS EST." is displayed during the reset operation. ON: Estimated splice loss is for 1550nm wavelength DS fiber. "1.55um LOSS EST." is displayed during the RESET operation. ∗∗...
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6.2.3 Stuff Measure This function measures the stuffing amount of left hand side fiber. The left fiber automatically stuffs towards the right fiber during discharge. The stuff amount is very important for splice quality. 1. Selection of "STUFF MEASURE" ∗ Display "Maintenance Mode"...
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6.2.6 TFFMXY, TFMXY, TFFMYX, TFMYX These parameters show the moving time of FOCUS and FIELD motors during field exchange. This function is only for trained person. -56-...
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7.1 Side Mounted Tray and Bar Clamp (OPTIONS) 7.1 Side Mounted Tray and Bar Clamp (OPTIONS) 7.1 Side Mounted Tray and Bar Clamp (OPTIONS) 7.1 Side Mounted Tray and Bar Clamp (OPTIONS) 7.1.1 Side Mounted Tray The side mounted tray has hooks to attach to the hanger on the splicer main body.
7.1.2 Bar Clamp The bar clamp prevents the optical fiber from twisting when removing the fiber after splicing. 1. Fit up the Bar Clamp Fit up the bar clamp to bar clamp mounting on the side mounted tray. The bar clamp and side mounted tray are options. Bar Clamp 2.
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3. Release the sheath clamp Pull the sheath clamp release lever. [NOTE] Do not press the "RESET" key, while sheath clamp is not released. Sheath clamp Sheath clamp Release lever Release lever 4. Remove the spliced fiber (1) Press the "SET" key. PL and PR motors move to upper positions automatically.
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7.2 Adjustment of ARC Power 7.2 Adjustment of ARC Power 7.2 Adjustment of ARC Power 7.2 Adjustment of ARC Power (1) Select “SM” mode. (2) Select DATA-ON to display data during splicing. LOSS = 0.02dB FIN I S HE D ( X) Display 1 A : Core axis offset after aligned in (Y) [ line ]...
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7.3 ECF (Eccentricity Correction Function) 7.3 ECF (Eccentricity Correction Function) 7.3 ECF (Eccentricity Correction Function) 7.3 ECF (Eccentricity Correction Function) When optical fibers are spliced, surface tension of the molten glass tends to draw the cladding into alignment. If core eccentricity is present, the splicer core alignment process (before the splice) will align the fiber cores.
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7.4 ECF Aligning Mode and Two Step Aligning Mode 7.4 ECF Aligning Mode and Two Step Aligning Mode 7.4 ECF Aligning Mode and Two Step Aligning Mode 7.4 ECF Aligning Mode and Two Step Aligning Mode This splicer can splice SM fiber with low splice loss by adopting ECF, regardless of the core eccentricity.
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7.5 Adjustment of the Fiber Clamp Strength 7.5 Adjustment of the Fiber Clamp Strength 7.5 Adjustment of the Fiber Clamp Strength 7.5 Adjustment of the Fiber Clamp Strength This splicer is basically adjusted for 125um fibers. To splice 80um fibers, loosen the M2 set screw to reduce the fiber clamp strength.
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WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING During arc discharge, the electrodes generate very high voltage. The following prevents form personal injury and/or equipment damage caused by the high electrical voltage. -Make sure no water or liquid is present on the equipment. -Never touch the electrodes. -Before operation, connect the equipment to the electrical ground (earth).
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This equipment consists of very precise parts and a high resolution image processing unit in order to observe and align the fiber cores precisely. Dust and dirt on the mechanical and optical parts may affect the splicing quality dramatically. To maintain the best operating condition, daily or period maintenance is very important.
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8.1.2 Cleaning of Objective Lens 1. Turn the Splicer OFF (1) Open the wind protector to raise the up/down mirror to the up position. (2) Turn the splicer OFF and raise the fiber clamps. 2. Open the wind protector. Detach the wind protector handles, and open the wind protector fully. 3.
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4. Wiping the Objective Lens (1) Examine the surface of the objective lens. If there is any large visible dirt or dust particles, blow these off with an air bulb. [NOTE] Never use a canned air type cleaner to remove the dust. Cotton swab Electrode Objective Lens...
6. Examination (1) Turn ON the splicer and ensure that there is no dust or dirt on the monitor screen. (2) Press the "ARC" key several times to check the arc discharge. 8.1.3 Cleaning of Mirrors This splicer is equipped with two mirrors: (1) The up/down mirror (2) The mirror inside the wind protector Dirt or dust on the mirrors interfaces the fiber image.
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8.1.4. Cleaning of Fiber Clamp and Sheath Clamp 1. Fiber Clamps (1) Raise the fiber clamps. (2) Wipe the fiber clamps with a cotton swab dampened with alcohol. 2. Sheath Clamps (1) Raise the sheath clamps. (2) Wipe the sheath clamps with a cotton swab dampened with alcohol. [NOTE] The alcohol must be 99% or greater in purity.
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8.2 Replacement of Expendable Items 8.2 Replacement of Expendable Items 8.2 Replacement of Expendable Items 8.2 Replacement of Expendable Items 8.2.1 Exchange of Sheath V-groove and Sheath Clamp This splicer is adjusted for 0.25mm coated fibers. To splice other diameter coated fibers, it is necessary to exchange the sheath V-groove and the sheath clamp.
8.2.2 Replacement of Electrodes The electrodes are worn slightly by each arc discharge, and the tip shape will gradually become spherical. In such a case, high splice loss, abnormal discharge or fiber separation may occur. Replace the electrodes as a pair if the number of arc discharges exceeds 1000.
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(5) Attach the electrode cover. (6) Close the wind protector. (7) Turn the splicer on. Electrode Flange Electrode Electrode Objective lens Rear Front 4. Resetting the Arc Count Reset the arc count to zero. For details of this operation, refer to the Arc Count Clear Function of the maintenance menu, section 5.2.
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8.2.3 Replacement of Up/Down Mirror The up/down mirror should be replaced when non-removable dirt, a crack, a pit, or a broken point is observed. The splicer may not work properly if such defects are present. 1. Turn the power switch OFF (1) Close the wind protector to lower the mirror to the down position.
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(2) Attach the electrode cover. (3) Close the wind protector. (4) Turn the power switch on and press the "ARC" key several times to check the arc discharge. A : Mirror mounting screw B : Up/Down mirror C : Mirror base D : Electrode mounting screw Electrode Electrode...
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8.2.4 Replacement of Fuse of the splicer 1. Turning the Power Switch OFF (1) Turn the power switch off. (2) Remove the power cord from the socket on the side panel of the splicer. 2. Replacement of the Fuse (1) Open a cap of the fuse holder. (2) Install a 3.15A time lug fuse (20mm long).
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8.2.5 Replacement of Fuse of the Control Box 1. Turning the Power Switch of the Control Box OFF (1) Turn the power switch of the control box off. (2) Remove the DC power cord from the DC IN terminal of the control box. (3) Remove the control cord from the SER-PORT terminal of the control box.
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9.1 Motor Over Run 9.1 Motor Over Run 9.1 Motor Over Run 9.1 Motor Over Run If a motor drives to the limit point, an alarm message appears on the monitor with eight beeps, and returns to the home position. Message Reason Remedy...
9.2 Error Messages 9.2 Error Messages 9.2 Error Messages 9.2 Error Messages If any error message is displayed on the monitor, press the "RESET" key. And refer to the following table showing possible causes and remedies. Message Reason Remedy ERROR 1 Gap set is not correctly.
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Message Reason Remedy ERROR 11 Detected level of power In the case of P2 or P3 mode, the UNDER RANGE meter is too small. power of the incident light is under the detectable level of the power meter. Check fibers and connection. Set fiber again if the offset of fiber axis is large.
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10. Guarantee and Contact Address Guarantee and Contact Address Guarantee and Contact Address Guarantee and Contact Address 10.1 Guarantee 10.1 Guarantee 10.1 Guarantee 10.1 Guarantee 1. Guarantee period and limits 1. Guarantee period and limits 1. Guarantee period and limits 1.
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Asia Ltd. Ltd. Ltd. Ltd. 460 Alexandra Road #22-01 PSA Building Singapore 119963 Tel. +65-2711312 Fax. +65-2780965 Fujikura Ltd. Export Department Fujikura Ltd. Fujikura Ltd. Fujikura Ltd. 1-5-1 Kiba, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-8512 Japan Tel. +81-3-5606-1164 Fax. +81-3-5606-1534 ---------------------------- End of Document -----------------------------------...
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