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FFS2001 Series
5.3.2 Cleaning Procedure
Place the right FHB with the preloaded fiber on the right-side dunking jig at the cleaning station. Inserting the FHB
locating posts into the dunking jig will activate the internal vacuum to the FHB V-groove. With the fiber secured
in the FHB, tilt the end of the dunking jig to immerse the fiber into the cleaning station.
Once the dunking jig has been raised, the vacuum will shut off, the ultrasonic cleaner will automatically turn on
and the Clean Right Indicator
preset clean time.
After the clean time has elapsed the ultrasonic cleaner will shut off, the right clean indicator lamp (see Figure 46)
on the splicer workstation will light red, and the Clean Right Indicator
When the dunking jig is lowered, the Clean Right Indicator
red indicator lamp of the splicer workstation will turn off.
Note: The quickest, most convenient way to remove the FHB from the dunking jig, when in the dunked position,
is to grab the FHB and allow the dunking jig to "fall" back into place. If the FHB and dunking jig are first lowered
back together, the vacuum will activate and make removal of the FHB more difficult.
5.3.3 Diagnostics
Problem
Vacuum won't hold
fiber in FHB V-
grooves.
Rev. A, August 14, 2024
Figure 46
of the GUI will highlight red. The indicators will remain in this state for the
Possible Cause
FHB V-grooves are dirty.
Obstruction present under
dunking jig.
Bad or missing O-ring on the
underside of the dunking jig.
Cleaning Procedure
of the GUI will highlight green.
of the GUI will cease to be highlighted and the
Solution
Clean the FHB V-grooves with the soft brush
(provided).
Make sure that the area underneath the dunking jig is
free of dirt particles. If necessary, clean the surface
with a mild soap.
Contact Thorlabs for a replacement part.
Chapter 5: Fiber Preparation
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