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Chapter 3: How to Certify Fiber
Cabling
Warning
Before you use the tester, read the safety
information that starts on page 7.
Requirements for Reliable Fiber Test Results
To get reliable fiber test results and make sure your tester meets
its accuracy specifications, you must use the correct procedures:
Use proper cleaning procedures to clean all fiber connectors
before every use. See Chapter 2.
Set the reference frequently. See “About the Reference for
Fiber Tests” on page 42.
Use only test reference cords that comply with ISO/IEC
14763-3. Measure the loss of the cords frequently. See “About
Test Reference Cords and Mandrels” on page 44.
For multimode fiber, make sure you use the encircled flux test
reference cords (EF-TRCs) or standard mandrels correctly. See
“About the EF-TRC (Encircled-Flux Test Reference Cords)” on
page 44 and “About Standard Mandrels” on page 47.
Keep the tester’s software current. The latest software is
available on the Fluke Networks website. See “Update the
Software” on page 123.
Make sure you select the correct fiber type and test limit for
the job, and the index of refraction for the fiber is correct. See
Table 2 on page 49.
Make sure the battery is fully charged.
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