Inspecting Fiber-optic Connector and Receptacle End Faces
Inspecting Fiber-optic Connector and
Receptacle End Faces
This procedure is applicable for all fiber-optic connector types.
This procedure assumes that:
l Any laser sources have been turned off before you inspect fiber
connectors, optical components, or fiber-optic bulkhead connectors
(FOBCs);
l The cable is disconnected at both ends;
l The traffic modules and pluggable transceivers have been installed
correctly; and
l You have reviewed Laser and LED Safety Guidelines and Warnings,
as well as all of the safety guidelines.
1. Verify that you are properly grounded with an anti-static wrist strap or heel strap
connected to the grounded ESDjack.
LASERRADIATIONWARNING
Laser Radiation is present when the equipment is open and the interlocks
are defeated. Avoid exposure to the beam.
2. Switch any forced laser back to auto (or off).
3. Disconnect the fiber-optic cables. If no fiber-optic cables are connected, remove the
dust plug from the module.
4. Use an optical power meter to check the output power of the common output ports.
Handle the connectors carefully to avoid leaving fingerprints or
otherwise contaminating the ferrule end face.
5. Use canned, oil-free compressed air to blow off any accumulated dust or loose debris
from the ferrules.
6. Use an appropriate hand-held fiber scope or video scope to inspect the port
connectors/receptacles and ensure that they are clean. (See the following figure for
comparison examples of clean and contaminated fiber end faces.)
Use a hand-held fiber scope or video scope that is compatible with the
connector type you are cleaning.
268 FSP3000 C Hardware Guide - R1.1 - Issue:A (12/09/2016)
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