Sumitomo 82C+ - Troubleshooting and Support; Common Splicer Problems

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9. Troubleshooting
9. Troubleshooting
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Arc problems
The electrodes typically need replacement after 6,000 splices. Some common
symptoms that indicate the electrodes need replacing are:
٠High or inconsistent splice losses
٠Bubbles in the fibers after splicing
٠Diameter faults
٠Fluttering or unstable arc observed on the monitor
٠Fiber burned in half
٠Sizzling noise while arcing
Refer to page 3-5, “Electrode replacement”.
If an electrode tip touches something, it will be deformed, causing poor arcing
problems. Take care of the handling of electrodes.
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Fiber breakage
When the splicing process is complete, a proof test may be performed on the fibers while
in the fiber chucks. If the fibers are broken when the proof test is performed, re-do an
arc test. If the arc power level is too weak, the splice may be poor, resulting in fiber
breakage.
If the fibers are breaking in spite of a good arc test result, clean the V-grooves and the
bare fiber pads completely. Deterioration of a jacket remover/fiber cleaver may lead to
fiber breaking. Clean the jacket remover/fiber cleaver completely.
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Splicer is not turned on
If the fusion splicer fails to turn on when the ON key is pressed, check the following:
٠Verify that the battery pack is installed in the module bay properly
٠Verify that the power plug is seated properly (the power cord is connected to the
AC adapter.)
٠Verify that the LED of the AC adapter lights up.
٠If using battery operation, ensure that the battery is fully charged.
If the splicer still does not power up after checking the above, contact our maintenance
service center.
This chapter covers examples of troubleshooting and the solutions to error messages
shown in the screen. If your problem is not solved by these troubleshooting and
solutions, please contact our maintenance service center described in the back cover.
Our maintenance service center also provide repair support for fusion splicers.