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Cleaning Tips
AFL FCC2 fluid and CCT stick method
• Lean a can of FCC2 back (30°), press the button on FCC2 to fill the well.
• Dip a CCT stick into the well of the FCC2 to dampen the tip with optical cleaning fluid.
• Place the damp tip over the ferrule to be cleaned.
• Rotate the tip clockwise 10 revolutions while applying varying pressure to create a gentle
pumping action where the tip contacts the ferrule.
• Discard the CCT stick after using both tips.
Cleaning the optical ports with adapters removed
Removing connector adapters for cleaning and inspection
To access the OTDR/OLS Port
• Rotate the adapter base counterclockwise approximately four times.
• Pull the adapter directly out away from the universal adapter mount to expose the ferrule.
To access the VFL Port
• Unscrew the adapter counterclockwise and pull the adapter straight out to expose the
ferrule.
To access the OPM Port
• Unscrew the adapter cap from the adapter cap mount.
Cleaning the Exposed Ferrule or the OPM port
Use lint-free optical cleaning wipes such as AFL FiberWipes and optical quality cleaning fluid
such as AFL FCC2 connector cleaning fluid.
Note: If using isopropyl alcohol (IPA), be sure to use 99% pure IPA that has not been
contaminated.
1. Dampen a portion of the wipe with the cleaning fluid.
2. Gently wipe the exposed ferrule (OPM port) starting with the wet section of the wipe and
pulling it to the dry section.
• Note: Starting with the wet cleaning and finishing in the dry improves cleaning action,
reduces static buildup, and finishes with the end-face dry.
Cleaning the adapters
Method 1:
3. Insert a Cletop adapter cleaning stick into the sleeve of the adapter and rotate 10 times.
4. Remove.
5. After cleaning the adapter, replace the adapter over the ferrule; centering it onto the
alignment pin.
6. Tighten the adapter base.
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