MRV Communications EM316-2SFP - Manual (Page 17)

EM316-2SFP User Guide
P/N 1259003-001 Rev C3 8
3.5 Small Form Pluggables (SFP): Handling and Installation
The EM316-2SFP accepts any SFP that complies with the MSA standard. Use MRV components
for guaranteed results.
Follow all ESD precautions listed at the front of this manual.
3.5.1 Cleaning Fibers
Fiber optic components and cables are very sensitive to dirt, dust and mishandling, especially in high-
speed networks. Dirty or mistreated fiber may cause errors and an unwanted degradation of signal
quality.
Prior to an installation the fiber and fiber optic transceivers should be cleaned following the
procedure below.
3.5.1.1 Cleaning Supplies
• Optical cleaner cartridge
• Can of compressed air
Figure 9 -- Cleaning cartridge
3.5.1.2 Cleaning Procedure:
1. Blow a stream of compressed air on the fiber ends while the caps are in place.
2. Remove the caps, and blow the ends of the fibers again.
3. Clean the ends of the fibers using the cleaner cartridge; follow the instructions
included with the cartridge.
Fiber Inspection
Figure 10 -- Contaminated fiber and clean fiber through a scope