ANSI Hardware Installation Manual Fiber optic handling and acceptance criteria
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27 Fiber optic handling and
acceptance criteria
27.1 Overview
27.2 Handling considerations
27.3 Acceptance criteria for fiber optic device inspections
27.4 Fiber optic jumper cable care
27.5 Inspection of fiber optic devices
27.1 Overview
This section describes the handling of fiber optic devices and acceptance criteria for
fiber optic device inspections.
Fiber optic connectors and receptacles must be clean and free of cracks, scratches,
pits, and other surface distortions, for the connections to perform properly.
Observe the following:
Danger — Never look into the end of an optical fiber while
optical power is being applied to the fiber. When cleaning or
taking measurements, avoid eye exposure to open-ended
fibers and optical connectors. The fibers and connectors may
be connected to a laser transmitter. Use a microscope and
video monitor when inspecting the end-face.
Warning 1 — Always inspect and, if necessary, clean the fiber
optic connectors before connecting them to any equipment.
Warning 2 — Always use the proper cleaning materials,
otherwise the fiber optic equipment may become
contaminated.
Warning 3 — Clean fiber optic receptacles only when the
receptacles are connected for the first time, or if there is
evidence of contamination.
Warning 4 — While cleaning a fiber optic connector, do not
touch the surface of the connector with your fingers.
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