Tektronix P6723 - Manual (Page 27)

P6701B, P6703B, and P6723 Service Manual 17
Maintenance
To keep the P6701B, P6703B, and P6723 O/E Converters in good operating
condition, observe proper cleaning and handling techniques.
Cleaning the Optical Connectors
Small dust particles and oils can easily contaminate fiber-optic connectors and
reduce or block the signal. Take care to preserve the integrity your connectors by
keeping them free of contamination.
CAUTION. To prevent loss of optical power or damage to the fiber-optic
connectors, keep the connectors clean at all times.
When cleaning the connectors with a swab, use gentle circular motions. Use only
high quality cleaning supplies that are non-abrasive and leave no residue.
To reduce the need for cleaning, immediately replace protective caps on the
fiber-optic connectors when not in use.
Use the following items to clean the fiber-optic connectors:
H clean compressed air
H fiber-optic cleaning swabs
H isopropyl alcohol
Clean the fiber-optic connectors as follows:
1. Hold the can of compressed air upright and spray the can into the air to purge
any propellant.
2. Spray the clean compressed air on the connectors to remove any loose
particles or moisture.
3. Moisten a clean fiber-optic swab with isopropyl alcohol then lightly swab
the surfaces of the connectors.
4. Spray the clean compressed air on the connectors again to remove any loose
particles or isopropyl alcohol.
Equipment Required
Procedure