Procedure
Step 1
Using an inspection microscope, inspect each fiber connector for dirt, cracks, or scratches.
Step 2
Replace any damaged fiber connectors.
Replace all dust caps whenever the equipment is unused for 30 minutes or more.
Note
Do not reuse optical swabs. Keep unused swabs away from work surfaces.
Note
Step 3
Clean the fiber connectors with CLETOP reel:
a.
Remove the dust cap from the fiber connector.
b.
Press the lever down to open the shutter door. Each time you press the lever, you expose a clean wiping
surface.
c.
Insert the connector into the CLETOP cleaning cassette slot, rotate one-quarter turn, and gently swipe
downwards.
d.
Use an inspection microscope to inspect each fiber connector for dirt, cracks, or scratches. If the connector
is not clean, repeat the above substeps.
e.
Insert the fiber connector into the applicable adapter or attach a dust cap to the fiber connector.
If you must replace a dust cap on a connector, first verify that the dust cap is clean. To clean
the dust cap, wipe the outside of the cap using a dry lint-free wipe and the inside it using a
CLETOP stick swab (14100400).
Note
Customer-supplied Cleaning Materials
The Type A fiber optic connector cleaners (for example, CLETOP reel) are recommended to clean the cable
connectors, but are not supplied with the device.
If properly maintained (only used with clean, defect-free fiber connectors and capped when not in use), the
mating adapter would not require cleaning. However, if you suspect the adapter is dirty, clean it by using the
CLETOP stick swab.
For multifiber cable assemblies, use specific cleaning tools or materials designed for the assembly type.
Note
Cleaning the Optical Mating Adapter
This task describes the steps to clean the optical mating adapters.
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Customer-supplied Cleaning Materials
