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Installation and Connections
Introduction
This section contains information about overall card configuration and connections, and it
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WARNING
Handling and cleaning precautions
Handling fiber-optic cables
Treat fiber optic cables with care to avoid cable damage and minimize optical loss. The
minimum bend radius for most optical cables is 35mm. Never bend an optical cable more
sharply than this specification. Optical performance will degrade, and the cable may
break.
General handling precautions include:
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Handling and cleaning precautions
Card configuration
Card installation and removal
Card connections
It is the responsibility of the customer to operate instruments in a safe
manner. Follow all applicable safety regulations for installing, config-
uring, and using the Model 7090. The Model 7090, as installed, should
be approved by the appropriate safety personnel, such as the responsi-
ble Laser Safety Officer or equivalent.
Suggested starting points for workplace regulations and standards:
ANSIZ136,1, IEC 825, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.
As a general rule, always be aware of workplace hazards, strive to minimize
them, and work safely.
Avoid bending the optical cable near a cable strain relief boot or switch housing.
Bending an optical cable near a strain relief boot or switch housing is one of the
easiest ways to permanently damage the optical fiber.
Avoid bending the optical cable over a sharp edge.
Avoid using cable tie wraps to hold optical cable. Tie wraps can create micro-bends
or break an optical cable when tightened. Micro-bends can cause a dramatic reduc-
tion in optical performance.
Model 7090 Instruction Manual
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