MRV Communications EM316-2SFP - Manual (Page 18)

EM316-2SFP User Guide
P/N 1259003-001 Rev C3 9
3.5.2 Working with SFPs
The pluggable optics modules used in the EM316xx products are extremely portable, and
consequently may be easily mistreated. If SFPs are not protected against dust, remove the dust
caps and clean them with 1.25 millimeter cleaners.
Figure 11 -- SFP cleaners
3.5.2.1 Cleaning SFPs
(1) Requirements:
SFP to be cleaned
1.25 mm cleaners
(2) Procedure:
• Insert the 1.25mm cleaner into the SFP
• Turn ¼ turn
• Remove the 1.25mm cleaner and discard
• Repeat the process
Do not stretch optical fibers or bend them too tightly. Install optical cables with as little fiber
stress as possible.