AFL Noyes CSS1 Series - To Clean CSM1 Optical Port

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To Clean CSM1 Optical Port
1 Unscrew the adapter cap from the adapter cap mount.
2 Use lint-free optical cleaning wipes such as AFL FiberWipes and optical quality cleaning
uid such as AFL FCC2 connector cleaning uid.
Note: if using isopropyl alcohol (IPA), be sure to use 99% pure IPA that has not been
contaminated.
• Dampenaportionofthewipewiththecleaninguid.
• Gentlywipetheexposedopticalportstartingwiththewetsectionofthewipeand
pulling it to the dry section.
Note: Starting with the wet cleaning and nishing in the dry improves cleaning action,
reduces static buildup, and nishes with the end-face dry.
3 Using a can of ltered compressed air (held vertically), blow out any contaminants from
the adapter cap.
4 Replace the adapter cap once the cleaning is complete.