Clean Fiber-Optic Components; Clean Fiber-Optic Components - HP 316095-B21 - StorageWorks Edge Switch 2/24 Service Manual

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Clean Fiber-Optic Components

Perform this procedure as directed in this publication and when connecting or
disconnecting fiber-optic cables from port optical transceivers (if necessary). To

clean fiber-optic components:

1. Obtain the appropriate tools (portable can of oil-free compressed air and
2. Disconnect the fiber-optic cable from the transceiver. Use compressed air to
Figure 43: Clean fiber-optic components
3. Gently wipe the end-face and other surfaces of the connector with an alcohol
4. Repeat
5. Repeat
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alcohol pads) from the fiber-optic cleaning kit.
blow any contaminants from the connector as shown in part A of
a. Keep the air nozzle approximately 50 millimeters (two inches) from the
end of the connector and hold the can upright.
b. Blow compressed air on the surfaces and end of the connector
continuously for approximately five seconds.
A
pad as shown in part B of
the surface to be cleaned. Wait approximately five seconds for surfaces to dry.
step 2 and step 3
step 2 and step 3
reconnect the fiber-optic cable to the port.
B
Figure 43. Ensure the pad makes full contact with
of this procedure (second cleaning).
of this procedure again (third cleaning), then
Figure
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