Procedure
Step 1
Remove the dust cap from the fiber connector.
Step 2
Press the lever up to open the shutter door. Each time you press the lever, you expose a clean wiping surface.
Step 3
Insert the connector into the CLETOP cleaning cassette slot, rotate one quarter turn, and gently swipe
downwards.
Step 4
Use an inspection microscope to inspect each fiber connector for dirt, cracks, or scratches. If the connector
is not clean, repeat Steps 1 to 3.
Step 5
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 of the dust cap using a
CLETOP stick swab (14100400).
Note
Step 6
Return to your originating procedure (NTP).
DLP-G263 Cleaning the Fiber Adapters
This task cleans the fiber adapters.Purpose
CLETOP stick swabTools/Equipment
NonePrerequisite Procedures
RequiredRequired/As Needed
OnsiteOnsite/Remote
NoneSecurity Level
Procedure
Step 1
Remove the dust plug from the fiber adapter.
Step 2
Insert a CLETOP stick swab (14100400) into the adapter opening and rotate the swab.
Step 3
Place dust plugs on the fiber adapters when not in use.
Step 4
Return to your originating procedure (NTP).
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DLP-G263 Cleaning the Fiber Adapters