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7. Troubleshooting
The electrodes periodically need replacing. 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 procedures”.
If an electrode tip touches something, it will be deformed, causing poor arcing
problems. Take care of the handling of electrodes.
Fiber breaking
When the splicing process is complete, a proof test may be performed on the fibers
while in the fiber chucks. If the fibers are breaking 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 breaking.
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.
If the fusion splicer fails to turn on when the Power 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.)
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.
Arc problems
For repair and technical support, contact maintenance service center address
described in the back cover.
Splicer is running slow
If the screens are switched frequently, the splicer may run slow. In this case, turn off the
splicer and turn it on again. If it still runs slow, please contact our customer service
center.
Splicer does not power up
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