Cleaning receptacle or duplex devices – Nortel Networks 10292FA User Manual
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Appendix C Handling and cleaning fiber optic equipment
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Installation and Networking Guidelines for Optical Routing
Cleaning Receptacle or Duplex Devices
To clean receptacle or duplex devices:
1
Remove dust or debris by blowing canned air into the optical port of the
device using the canned air extension tube.
2
Clean the optical port by inserting a small dry swab into the receptacle and
rotating it.
3
Reconnect the optical connector and check for proper function.
If problems persist, repeat steps 1 and 2.
Note:
To avoid contamination, optical ports should only be cleaned when
there is evidence of contamination or reduced performance, or during
their initial installation.
Warning:
To prevent oil contamination, do not use commercial
compressed air.
Warning:
Do not allow the tube to touch the bottom of the optical
port.
Note:
Each cleaning wand should only be used to clean one optical port.