Olson Technology OTEB-CL-B - Manual (Page 4)

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Cleaning Guidelines:
Fiber Patch cord connectors
- Remove the dust cap of the fiber connectors and clean the fiber connector tip with a
high-quality fiber cleaner such as the Senko Fiber Optic Cleaner (shown below). Check if
there are scratches or debris on the connector surface by using a microscope (400X
magnification recommended).
- If no scratches or debris is found, the connector is ready for connection. If scratches or
debris is found, repeat the fiber patch cord connector cleaning. Severe scratches may
require replacing the connector.
Fiber Bulkhead Connectors
- Compressed air may be used to clean fiber bulkhead connectors. Use compressed air
according to the following minimum specifications:
- Non-residue, inert gas for precision dust removal
- Ultra-filtered to < 0.2 microns
- Recommended for optical systems
- Using compressed air as listed above, remove the bulkhead dust cover and hold the can
of compressed air about 6 inches away from the connector. After spraying a few short
bursts into the bulkhead, the connector is clean and ready for connection.
- If compressed air is not available, the transmitter fiber bulkhead connector may be
cleaned by 2.5 mm alcohol-saturated sponge.
2. Make sure the laser key switch on the front panel of the transmitter is in the OFF position.
3. Connect a fiber to the EDFA input. Attach the other end of that fiber to a 1550nm
transmitter with optical output in the +3dBm range. Power up that transmitter once the
fiber connections to the EDFA input are secure.
4. Connect a fiber patch cord from the output of the transmitter to the optical power meter.
Be sure the optical power meter is rated for the optical power level expected at the EDFA
output.
5. Turn the transmitter laser key switch to the ON position.
6. NEVER disconnect any fiber connections to the EDFA while it is powered.
7. Use the optical power meter to verify that the transmitter optical power meets the
specification.
8. Turn the transmitter laser key switch to the OFF position.
CAUTION: Use caution when handling fibers.
Do not exceed fiber manufacturer’s pulling tension or bend radius specifications
when removing fiber bulkhead connector plate.