Cleaning fiber-optic connectors can help prevent interconnect problems and aid system performance. When
optical connectors are disconnected or reconnected, the fiber surface can become dirty or scratched, reducing
system performance.
Inspect connectors prior to mating, clean as needed, and then remove all residues. Inspect connectors after
cleaning to confirm that they are clean and undamaged.
Recommended Equipment
• CLETOP or OPTIPOP ferrule cleaner (CLETOP Type A for SC, Type B for LC)
• Compressed air (also called “canned air”)
• Lint-free wipes moistened with optical-grade (99%) isopropyl alcohol
• Bulkhead swabs for LC or SC type connectors (choose appropriate type)
• Optical connector scope
Tips for Optimal Fiber-Optic Connector Performance
• Do not connect or disconnect optical connectors with optical power present.
• Always use compressed air before cleaning the fiber-optic connectors and when cleaning connector end
caps.
• Always install or leave end caps on connectors when they are not in use.
• If you have any degraded signal problems, clean the fiber-optic connector.
• Advance a clean portion of the ferrule cleaner reel for each cleaning.
• Turn off optical power before making or breaking optical connections to avoid microscopic damage to
fiber mating surfaces.
To Clean Optical Connectors
• Avoid personal injury! Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• Avoid personal injury! The laser light source on this equipment emits invisible laser radiation. Avoid
direct exposure to the laser light source.
• Avoid personal injury! Viewing the laser output with optical instruments (such as eye loupes, magnifiers,
or microscopes) may pose an eye hazard.
Warning
• Connect or disconnect fiber only when equipment is OFF or in Service mode.
• Do not apply power to this equipment if the fiber is unmated or unterminated.
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