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Important

IMPORTANT
Observe all warnings in the text or on equipment labels regarding high-voltage or high-temperature conditions.
The following warnings and figures apply to most Fujitsu products.

Plug-In Unit Cautions

Observe the following precautions when handling plug-in units:
■
Hold the plug-in unit only by its edges.
■
Slowly and firmly push a plug-in unit into its slot to avoid damaging the unit. Do not force the unit. A
slow insertion method minimizes power surges during installation. The longer ground connector pins
ensure the ground circuit is connected first.

ESD Cautions

Units are stamped with anti-electrostatic markings (shown at

right). Observe the following precautions to avoid damage from ATTENTION
electrostatic discharge (ESD):
OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS
■
Always transport and store the unit in an ESD approved FOR HANDLING
shipping bag. ELECTROSTATIC
■
Always wear an ESD wrist strap, with a minimum 1-megohm SENSITIVE

resistance, that is connected to safety ground. Do not use a DEVICE

damaged wrist strap.

Anti-Electrostatic Markings

Fiber Warnings Avertissements de Fibre

Danger: Invisible laser radiation. La Danger: Le rayonnement laser Invisible.

Avoid direct exposure to the beam. DANGER Eviter l'exposition directe au rayon. Jamais le
Never look into the end of a fiber, fiber regard dans la fin d'une fibre, une corde de
cord, or fiber pigtail. Permanent eye Invisible laser fibre, ou la natte de fibre. Les dommages
damage or blindness can occur radiation from permanent d'oeil ou la cécité peut arriver
quickly when laser radiation is connectors rapidement quand le rayonnement laser est
present. The label on the right is when actuel.
attached to laser-emitting and uncoupled
receiving units as a reminder. Use of AVOID DIRECT La Prudence: L'Usage de contrôles ou
controls, adjustments, or procedures EXPOSURE d'ajustements ou l'exécution ou les
other than those specified may result TO BEAM procédures autrement que ces spécifié en ceci
in hazardous laser radiation exposure. ont pour résultat l'exposition de rayonnement
hasardeuse.
Danger: Never handle exposed fiber Laser Radiation Label
with your bare hands or touch it to La Danger: Jamais la poignée a exposé la fibre
your body. Fiber fragments can enter avec vos mains nues ou le touche à votre
the skin and are difficult to detect and corps. Les fragments de fibre peut entrer la
remove. peau et sont difficiles de détecter et enlever.

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Installation Restrictions Restrictions d’Installation

Systems shall be installed only in restricted access Les systèmes seront seulement installés dans les secteurs
areas (for example, dedicated equipment rooms or d'accès limités (par exemple, les pièces d'équipement
equipment closets) in accordance with the National dédié ou les placards d'équipement) conformément au
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. Code Electrique National, ANSI/NFPA 70.

Care should be taken not to compromise the stability Le soin devrait être pris pour ne pas compromettre la
of the rack by the installation of this equipment. stabilité de l'étagère par l'installation de cet équipement.

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DOCUMENT CHANGE NOTICE

This notice lists the reasons for, location of, and a description of document changes. When the changes are
extensive, a general statement giving the nature of the revisions is provided.

Reason for Document Change: Update for Issue 8

Location of Change Description of Change

Throughout No technical changes. Cosmetic changes only.

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Precautionary Measures
1
1.1 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
1.2 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
1.3 Handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

2 Cleaning Fibers
2.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
2.2 Cleaning Fibers Using Ribbon Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

3 Cleaning Fiber Optic Connectors on a Plug-In Unit

3.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
3.2 Cleaning a Connector (SC, FC, MU, or LC with No Shutter). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
3.3 Cleaning an LC Connector That Has a Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
3.4 Cleaning an MPO Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

Cable Connections
4
4.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
4.2 Cable Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
4.3 Handling FC and ST Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
4.3.1 Preparing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
4.3.2 Connecting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
4.3.3 Disconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
4.4 Handling SC, MU, LC, and MPO Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
4.4.1 Preparing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
4.4.2 Connecting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
4.4.3 Disconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

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Using In-Line Optical Adapters

5
5.1 Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
5.2 Installing In-Line Optical Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
5.3 Removing In-Line Optical Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Index

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1 PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
This chapter lists precautionary measures that must be followed when dealing with optical
fibers and optical components. It includes the following sections: no i t c e S

NO. SECTION PAGE

1.1 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

1.2 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

1.3 Handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

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1.1 Precautions
Observe the following precautions when handling fiber cabling.

DANGER:
The lightwave transmission equipment contains high-power optical laser devices that
transmit invisible light at a dangerous level. Follow local safety precautions regarding
fiber-optic cables. Never look into the end of a fiber-optic cable. Permanent eye damage or
blindness could occur.

DANGER:
Never handle exposed fiber with bare hands or touch it to your body. Follow local safety
precautions regarding fiber. A fiber fragment could enter the skin and be very difficult to
detect and remove.

1.2 Storage
Observe the following precautions when storing fiber cables.

WARNING:
Do not expose the fiber-optic cables to direct sunlight. The recommended storage
temperature is –10 to +60 C (14 to 140 F) and the maximum recommended relative
humidity is 90 percent.

WARNING:
All optical connectors are shipped with covers installed. The amount of cleaning can be
minimized if covers are always used when fibers are not connected and if protective covers
are always stored in a clean container.

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WARNING:
Protective caps are provided with the optical connectors of the fiber-optic cable. (See
Figure 1-1 [p. 1-3].) When fiber-optic cables are not used for a long period, put the
protective caps on the optical connectors and seal the fiber-optic cables in a vinyl bag.

When a fiber-optic cable is disconnected, install a protective cap on both the cable
connector and the equipment connector unless the connector will be reconnected in the
next step.

Protective Caps

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Figure 1-1: Connectors with Protective Caps

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1.3 Handling
Observe the following precautions when handling fiber-optic cable.

WARNING:
Do not drop or subject the fiber connector and fiber-optic cable to excessive vibration.
Never apply excessive force to the connector by pulling, bending, or twisting the
fiber-optic cable when the coupling nut is tightened. (See Figure 1-2 [p. 1-4].)

Connector Fiber-optic
tensile cable tensile
strength: strength:
10 kg (22 lb) 20 kg (44 lb)
or less or less

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Figure 1-2: Fiber-Optic Cable Tension Limit

WARNING:
Do not pull the fiber-optic cable in the direction indicated in Figure 1-3 [p. 1-4] when the
connector is attached to an optical plug-in unit or an optical adapter.

r0003.fh8_1

Figure 1-3: Pulling on the Fiber-Optic Cable Causes Damage

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WARNING:
Be careful not to create sharp bends in the fiber-optic cable. (See Figure 1-4 [p. 1-5].) This
may occur in attempting to route the fiber-optic cable around an obstruction. Remove the
obstruction or find a different route for the fiber-optic cable.

r0006.fh9_2
Figure 1-4: Sharp Bends in the Fiber-Optic Cable Cause Damage

WARNING:
Do not bend the fiber-optic cable (as shown in Figure 1-5 [p. 1-5]) to a radius of less than
50 mm.

m
0m)
R 5 2 in. m
( u
nim s
Mi adiu
R
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Figure 1-5: Bending the Fiber-Optic Cable to Less Than the Minimum Radius Causes Damage

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WARNING:
Do not twist the fiber-optic cable (as shown in Figure 1-6 [p. 1-6]) more than 360 degrees
per meter of length.

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Figure 1-6: Twisting the Fiber-Optic Cable Causes Damage

WARNING:
Do not step on the connector and fiber-optic cable. (See Figure 1-7 [p. 1-6].)

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Figure 1-7: Stepping on the Connector or Fiber-Optic Cable Causes Damage

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This chapter includes the following sections: no i t c e S

NO. SECTION PAGE

2.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

2.2 Cleaning Fibers Using Ribbon Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

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2.1 Overview
This procedure requires the following tools for cleaning fiber-optic cables with ribbon cleaner:
■ Lint-free swabs or tissues and ribbon cleaner (designed for cleaning optical connectors)
■
Fiber scope
■ Alcohol more than 99% pure

DANGER:
The lightwave transmission equipment contains high-power optical laser devices that
transmit invisible light at a dangerous level. Follow local safety precautions regarding
fiber-optic cables. Never look into the end of a fiber-optic cable. Permanent eye damage or
blindness could occur.

DANGER:
Never handle exposed fiber with bare hands or touch it to your body. Follow local safety
precautions regarding fiber. A fiber fragment could enter the skin and be very difficult to
detect and remove.

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WARNING:
All optical fibers are shipped with covers installed. The amount of cleaning can be
minimized if covers are always used when fibers are not connected and if protective covers
are always stored in a clean container.

■ Improper cleaning can contaminate a connector.

• Common contaminants in dust are microscopic particles of carbon and silicon.

These particles are very hard and can scratch the surface of the optical fiber.

• A fiber contaminated with microscopic carbon or silicon particles can damage

multiple connectors by scratching the fiber in each connector to which it is
connected. The involved modules would have to be returned for repair
(replacement of the optical pigtail).

■
Cleaning optical connectors with alcohol should be attempted only as a last resort
and after the ribbon cleaner has been found to be nonproductive.

• When alcohol is used, use only alcohol with a purity of more than 99 percent.
Many commercial alcohols are mixtures of less than 99 percent purity and may
seriously contaminate fiber surfaces.

• Do not leave containers of alcohol open, because they quickly absorb water
vapor from the air.

• If you use alcohol with a purity of less than 99 percent, a thin film of water may
be left on the fiber surface. This can cause the connector to have high loss and
introduce unacceptable dispersion.

■
Use only lint-free swabs, tissues, or ribbon cleaner specially designed for cleaning
optical connectors. Never use ordinary cotton swabs or tissues. Lint from these items
will contaminate the connector.

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Cleaning Fibers Using Ribbon Cleaner

2.2 Cleaning Fibers Using Ribbon Cleaner

Use the following procedure to clean fibers.

Step Task
1 Read general notes for fiber-optic cable handling (Refer to Chapter 1).

2 Check the fiber with the fiber scope for dirt.

3 If dirt is present, clean the fiber using the directions supplied with the ribbon cleaner.

Note: For MPO connectors, note the angle of the fiber surface area and tilt the connector so the fiber
surface area is flat on the ribbon surface.

4 Recheck the fiber with the fiber scope for dirt.

5 If the fiber is clean, go to Step 12 [p. 2-4].

6 If the fiber is still dirty after it has been cleaned three or four times, proceed to Step 7 [p. 2-4].
If the fiber is clean, go to Step 12 [p. 2-4].

7 Wipe the fiber with a lint-free swab/tissue soaked in 99-percent pure alcohol.

8 Allow the alcohol to dry completely.

9 Clean the fiber using a dry, lint-free swab/tissue or ribbon cleaner. Repeat three or four times
to remove all alcohol residue.

10 Recheck the fiber with the fiber scope for dirt and alcohol residue.

11 If it is still dirty, repeat Step 7 [p. 2-4] through 10 [p. 2-4]. Otherwise, continue with Step 12
[p. 2-4].

12 Plug the fiber into the port/bulkhead connector and remove it (refer to Chapter 1,
Precautionary Measures).

13 Check the fiber with the fiber scope for dirt.

14 If the fiber is clean, go to Step 16 [p. 2-5].

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15 If the fiber is still dirty, the connector is dirty. Clean it using the correct procedure in
Chapter 3, Cleaning Fiber Optic Connectors on a Plug-In Unit and then repeat the
fiber-cleaning procedure.

16 Plug the fiber into the port/bulkhead connector. (Refer to Section 4.3, Handling FC and ST
Connectors [p. 4-3].)

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UNIT
This chapter includes the following procedures: e r ud e c o r P

NO. PROCEDURE PAGE

3.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

3.2 Cleaning a Connector (SC, FC, MU, or LC with No Shutter). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

3.3 Cleaning an LC Connector That Has a Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

3.4 Cleaning an MPO Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8

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3.1 Overview
This procedure requires the following tools for cleaning fiber-optic cables and connectors with
ribbon cleaner:
■
Lint-free swabs 2.5 mm in diameter (for SC and FC connectors)
■ Lint-free swabs 1.25 mm in diameter (for LC and MU connectors)
■
MPO reel cleaner (for MPO connector)
■ Alcohol more than 99% pure
■
LC shutter-opening tool (part number TA98901-0123)
■ Fiber scope

DANGER:
Do not disassemble a plug-in unit for cleaning.

DANGER:
The lightwave transmission equipment contains high-power optical laser devices that
transmit invisible light at a dangerous level. Follow local safety precautions regarding
fiber-optic cables. Never look into the end of a fiber-optic cable. Permanent eye damage or
blindness could occur.

DANGER:
Never handle exposed fiber with bare hands or touch it to your body. Follow local safety
precautions regarding fiber. A fiber fragment could enter the skin and be very difficult to
detect and remove.

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Overview

WARNING:
All optical connectors are shipped with covers installed. The amount of cleaning can be
minimized if covers are always used when fibers are not connected and if protective covers
are always stored in a clean container.

■ Improper cleaning can contaminate a connector.

• Common contaminants in dust are microscopic particles of carbon and silicon.

These particles are very hard and can scratch the surface of the optical fiber.

• A fiber contaminated with microscopic carbon or silicon particles can damage

multiple connectors by scratching the fiber in each connector to which it is
connected. The involved modules would have to be returned for repair.

■ Cleaning optical connectors with alcohol should be attempted only as a last resort
and after the ribbon cleaner has been found to be nonproductive.

• When alcohol is used, use only alcohol with a purity of more than 99 percent.
Many commercial alcohols are mixtures of less than 99 percent purity and may
seriously contaminate fiber surfaces.

• Do not leave containers of alcohol open, because they quickly absorb water
vapor from the air.

• If you use alcohol with a purity of less than 99 percent, a thin film of water may
be left on the fiber surface. This can cause the connector to have high loss and
introduce unacceptable dispersion.

■ Use only lint-free swabs, tissues, or ribbon cleaner specially designed for cleaning
optical connectors. Never use ordinary cotton swabs or tissues. Lint from these items
will contaminate the connector. Do not touch the cleaning end of a swab. Always
discard a swab after each use.

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Cleaning a Connector (SC, FC, MU, or LC with No Shutter)

3.2 Cleaning a Connector (SC, FC, MU, or LC with No Shutter)

Do the following to clean an SC, FC, MU, or LC connector that has no shutter.

WARNING:
Perform this procedure with the unit dismounted from the slot and disconnected from the
power.

Step Task
1 Dismount the unit from the slot.

2 Take a lint-free swab (2.5-mm diameter for SC and FC connectors, 1.25-mm diameter for LC
and MU connectors).

3 Insert the swab into the connector and rotate it seven times in the same direction

4 Remove the swab and discard it.

5 Check the fiber behind the connector with the fiber scope for dirt.

6 If the fiber is clean, proceed to Step 13 [p. 3-4]. If it is still dirty, repeat Step 1 [p. 3-4]
through Step 3 [p. 3-4]. If dirt is not removed, clean the connector with alcohol, as follows:

7 Immerse the top of the head of the lint-free swab in a small amount of alcohol. Shake the
swab ten times to remove excess alcohol.

8 Insert the swab in the connector and rotate it seven times in the same direction.

9 Remove the swab and discard it.

10 Insert a second dry swab in the connector and rotate it seven times in the same direction.

11 Remove the swab and discard it.

12 Check the fiber behind the connector with the fiber scope for dirt. If the connector is clean,
proceed to the next step. If it is dirty, repeat Step 7 [p. 3-4] through Step 11 [p. 3-4].

13 Reinsert the plug-in unit in its slot.

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3.3 Cleaning an LC Connector That Has a Shutter

Use the following procedure to clean an LC connector that has a shutter (Figure 3-1 [p. 3-5]).

WARNING:
Perform this procedure with the unit dismounted from the slot and disconnected from the
power.

Figure 3-1: Example of LC Connector with Shutter

Step Task
1 Dismount the unit from the slot.

2 Obtain an LC shutter-opening tool (Figure 3-2 [p. 3-5]).

Figure 3-2: Shutter-opening Tool

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Cleaning an LC Connector That Has a Shutter

3 To keep the shutter open insert the LC shutter-opening tool into the connector (Figure 3-3
[p. 3-6]).

Figure 3-3: Open LC Connector Shutter

4 Take a 1.25-mm diameter lint-free swab.

5 Insert the swab through the LC shutter-opening tool into the connector and rotate it seven
times in the same direction.

6 Remove the swab and discard it.

7 Check the fiber behind the connector with the fiber scope for dirt.

8 If the fiber is clean, remove the shutter-opening tool and proceed to Step 17 [p. 3-7].

9 If it is still dirty, repeat Step 2 [p. 3-5] through Step 7 [p. 3-6]. If dirt is not removed, clean
the connector with alcohol, as follows:

10 Immerse the top of the head of a lint-free swab in a small amount of alcohol. Shake the swab
ten times to remove excess alcohol.

11 With the LC shutter-opening tool holding the connector open, insert the swab and rotate it
seven times in the same direction.

12 Remove the swab and discard it.

13 Insert a second, dry swab in the connector and rotate it seven times in the same direction.

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14 Remove the second swab and discard it.

15 Check the fiber behind the connector with the fiber scope for dirt. If it is still dirty, repeat
Step 10 [p. 3-6] through Step 14 [p. 3-7].

16 Remove the shutter-opening tool.

17 Reinsert the plug-in unit in its slot.

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Cleaning an MPO Connector

3.4 Cleaning an MPO Connector

Use the following procedure to clean an MPO connector.

WARNING:
Perform this procedure with the unit dismounted from the slot and disconnected from the
power.

Step Task
1 Dismount the unit from the slot.

2 Press the tip of an MPO cleaner (Figure 3-4 [p. 3-8]) straight into the MPO connector.

Figure 3-4: MPO Cleaner

Note: Note the angle of the fiber surface area and tilt the connector so that the fiber surface area is
flat on the ribbon surface.

3 Rotate the dial on the MPO cleaner in the direction of the arrow until it clicks (about 1/6
turn).

4 Remove the MPO cleaner.

5 Check the fiber behind the connector with the fiber scope for dirt. If it is still dirty, repeat
Step 2 [p. 3-8] through Step 4 [p. 3-8].

6 Reinsert the plug-in unit in the slot.

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This chapter includes the following procedures: e r ud e c o r P

NO. PROCEDURE PAGE

4.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

4.2 Cable Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

4.3 Handling FC and ST Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

4.4 Handling SC, MU, LC, and MPO Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

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4.1 Overview
This chapter discusses the precautions necessary to preserve the integrity of optical connectors
and cables during connection and disconnection. Separate procedures are provided for the
following connector types:
■ FC and ST
■
SC, MU, LC, and MPO

DANGER:
The lightwave transmission equipment contains high-power optical laser devices that
transmit invisible light at a dangerous level. Follow local safety precautions regarding
fiber-optic cables. Never look into the end of a fiber-optic cable. Permanent eye damage or
blindness could occur.

DANGER:
Never handle exposed fiber with bare hands or touch it to your body. Follow local safety
precautions regarding fiber. A fiber fragment could enter the skin and be very difficult to
detect and remove.

WARNING:
Protective caps are provided with the optical connectors of the fiber-optic cable. (See
Figure 1-1 [p. 1-3].) When fiber-optic cables are not used for a long period, put the
protective caps on the optical connectors and seal the fiber-optic cables in a vinyl bag.

When a fiber-optic cable is disconnected, install a protective cap on both the cable
connector and the equipment connector (unless the connector will be reconnected in a
following step).

WARNING:
All optical connectors are shipped with covers installed. The amount of cleaning can be
minimized if covers are always used when fibers are not connected and if protective covers
are always stored in a clean container.

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4.2 Cable Labeling

All cables should be labeled at both ends to aid in troubleshooting and tracing. Local
standards should be followed for label design and spacing.

4.3 Handling FC and ST Connectors

This procedure includes the following subprocedures: e r ud e c o r P

NO. SUBPROCEDURE PAGE

4.3.1 Preparing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

4.3.2 Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

4.3.3 Disconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

4.3.1 Preparing

Step Task
1 If necessary, remove the protective covers from the connectors and fibers.

2 Verify that there are no serious defects in the fiber-optic cables and connectors.

3 Clean the fiber-end surface (refer to Chapter 1, Precautionary Measures).

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4.3.2 Connecting

Step Task
1 While holding the connector body, insert the connector in the axial direction over the
receptacle of the optical connector located on the plug-in unit, adapter, distribution frame, or
attenuator. (See Figure 4-1 [p. 4-4].)

Turn coupling
Connector nut CW.
Body

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Fiber
Cable

Figure 4-1: Insertion Method (FC Connector Shown)

Note: For slotted connector types, make sure the tab on the connector is lined up with the slot on the
receptacle.

2 After insertion, tighten the coupling nut until it is “finger tight.” Do not turn the connector
body or twist the fiber-optic cable. (See Figure 4-1 [p. 4-4].)

4.3.3 Disconnecting

Step Task
1 Loosen the coupling nut completely. (See Figure 4-2 [p. 4-4].) Do not allow the fiber-optic
cable to be twisted.

Turn coupling
nut CCW
to loosen.
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Fiber
Cable

Figure 4-2: Disconnection Method (FC Connector Shown)

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2 Pull the connector body in the axial direction. Do not pull or bend the fiber-optic cable. (See
Figure 4-2 [p. 4-4].)

3 Put protective caps on the connectors and fibers.

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4.4 Handling SC, MU, LC, and MPO Connectors

This procedure includes the following subprocedures: e r ud e c o r P

NO. SUBPROCEDURE PAGE

4.4.1 Preparing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

4.4.2 Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

4.4.3 Disconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Note: SC, MU, and LC connectors are available in both single and duplex configurations.

4.4.1 Preparing

Step Task
1 Remove the protective covers from the connectors and fibers.

2 Verify that there are no serious defects in the fiber-optic cables and connectors.

3 Clean the fiber-end surface (refer to Chapter 1, Precautionary Measures).

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4.4.2 Connecting

Step Task
1 While holding the connector body (at the arrows), insert the connector into the optical
connector located on the plug-in unit, adapter, distribution frame, or attenuator. Make sure
the tab on the connector is lined up with the notch. (See Figure 4-3 [p. 4-7] and Figure 4-4
[p. 4-7].)

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Figure 4-3: Insertion Method for SC, MU, and LC Connectors

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Figure 4-4: Insertion Method for MPO Connectors

2 Press the connector into the receptacle until a positive snap-fit connection is made. Do not
turn the connector body or twist the fiber-optic cable.

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4.4.3 Disconnecting

Step Task
1 Grasp the connector body (at the arrows shown in Figure 4-5 [p. 4-8] and Figure 4-6 [p. 4-8])
and pull the connector straight out of the receptacle until the snap-fit connection is released.
Do not pull on the fiber and do not allow the fiber-optic cable to be twisted. (See Figure 4-5
[p. 4-8] and Figure 4-6 [p. 4-8].)

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Figure 4-5: Disconnection Method for SC, MU, and LC Connectors

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Figure 4-6: Disconnection Method for MPO Connectors

2 Put a protective cap on the connector.

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This chapter includes the following procedures: e r ud e c o r P

NO. PROCEDURE PAGE

5.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

5.2 Installing In-Line Optical Adapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

5.3 Removing In-Line Optical Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

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5.1 Overview
This chapter includes a description of plug-in unit optical in-line adapters and instructions for
installing and removing the connectors. The user-changeable optical adapters allow the use of
either SC, FC, LC, or ST fiber connectors.

The in-line optical adapters are available in kits of three connector styles: SC, FC, LC, and ST,
as shown in Figure 5-1 [p. 5-2]. Each kit contains two adapters of a particular style and a
removal tool.

The SC set contains two SC-SC adapters and one removal tool (PN: HA15B-0001-E001).

The FC set contains two SC-FC adapters and one removal tool (PN: HA15B-0001-E002).

The LC set contains two LC-FC adapters and one removal tool (PN: HA15B-0001-E004).
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The ST set contains two SC-ST adapters and one removal tool (PN: HA15B-0001-E003).

Figure 5-1: In-Line Optical Adapter Kits for SC, FC, LC, and ST Connectors

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5.2 Installing In-Line Optical Adapters

The following instructions should be followed to ensure that reliable connections are made
between incoming fibers and the corresponding optical units.

Observe the following warnings and step-by-step instructions. Fujitsu Network

Communications, Inc. (FNC) will not be responsible for the quality of the connection unless
these warnings and instructions are followed.

WARNING:
To avoid damage to optical equipment, do not connect any fiber-optic cables to the optical
connectors of the plug-in units at this time. Connect fiber-optic cables to units only after
optical power levels have been tested as part of the applicable turn-up procedure.

WARNING:
Perform all work on the unit in a clean, electrostatic discharge (ESD)-safe environment.
Proper ESD precautions must be followed.

WARNING:
Do not remove the optical plug from the holder on the unit.

Step Task
1 Determine which fiber connector style (SC, FC, LC, or ST) will be used on the fiber to be
connected to the unit through the in-line optical adapter.

2 Obtain an in-line adapter kit of the appropriate style.

3 Remove the protective cap (dust cap) from the optical plug on the unit, as shown in
Figure 5-2 [p. 5-3].

Figure 5-2: Removal of Protective Cap from Unit Optical Plug

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4 Remove the dust cap from the leaf spring side of the in-line optical adapter, as shown in
Figure 5-3 [p. 5-4].

Figure 5-3: Removal of Dust Cap from the In-Line Optical Adapter

5 Ensure the key on the in-line adapter is facing upward, as shown in Figure 5-4 [p. 5-4]. The
adapter will not seat correctly if the key is in the wrong position.

Figure 5-4: Proper Position of Key and Installation of In-Line Optical Adapter

6 Push the adapter inward until it clicks and the indicator line on the optical plug is hidden. See
Figure 5-4 [p. 5-4].

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5.3 Removing In-Line Optical Adapters

The following optical adapter removal instructions should be followed to ensure that the unit
optical plug and connector are not damaged. Observe the following warnings and
step-by-step instructions.

WARNING:
Removal of an in-line optical adapter must be performed by using the removal tool
supplied in each optical adapter kit. Attempts to remove the in-line optical adapter by any
means other than using the removal tool can result in damage to the in-line optical
adapter, the unit optical plug, and/or the unit.

WARNING:
Perform all work on the unit in a clean, ESD-safe environment. Proper ESD precautions must
be followed.

WARNING:
Do not remove the optical plug from the holder on the unit.

Step Task
1 If a fiber cable is connected to the unit, disconnect the fiber connector from the in-line optical
adapter to be removed.

2 Place the plug-in unit on an ESD-safe flat surface with the optical connector facing you.

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3 Insert the prongs of the removal tool into the holes on the front face of the in-line optical
adapter until the removal tool is fully seated, as shown in Figure 5-5 [p. 5-6].

Figure 5-5: Removing In-Line Optical Adapter Connectors

4 Pull the removal tool and the in-line optical adapter out and away from the plug-in unit
optical plug.

5 Install the selected in-line optical adapter by following Steps 1 [p. 5-3] through 6 [p. 5-4] of
Section 5.2, Installing In-Line Optical Adapters [p. 5-3].

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Index

A D
adapters, optical danger admonishments 1-2
installing 5-3
disconnecting
removing 5-5
FC connectors 4-4
LC connectors 4-8
MPO connectors 4-8
B MU connectors 4-8
SC connectors 4-8
bending limit 1-5 ST connectors 4-4

C F
clean fiber-optic cable 2-4 FC connectors 4-3
cleaning connectors fiber cable
MPO 3-8 labeling 4-3
with shutter 3-5
without shutter (SC, FC, MU) 3-4 fiber connector
connecting/disconnecting 4-1
connecting in-line optical adapter 5-1
FC connectors 4-4 in-line optical adapter installation 5-3
LC connectors 4-6 in-line optical adapter removal 5-5
MPO connectors 4-6 protective caps 1-3
MU connectors 4-6
fiber-optic cable
SC connectors 4-6
ST connectors 4-4 bending 1-5
care and handling 1-1
connectors cleaning 2-4
handling 4-3, 4-6 connecting/disconnecting 4-1
in-line optical adapter 5-1 minimum radius 1-5
in-line optical adapter installation 5-3 tension limit 1-4
in-line optical adapter removal 5-5 twisting 1-6
optical 1-3
optical, care and handling 1-1
optical, connecting/disconnecting 4-1

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H optical fiber cable

bending 1-5
care and handling 1-1
handling fiber 1-4
connecting/disconnecting 4-1
labeling 4-3
minimum radius 1-5
I tension limit 1-4
twisting 1-6
installing
optical adapters 5-3
protective caps 1-3 P
is 2-3, 3-3
precautions 1-2
protective caps 1-3
L
labeling R
cable 4-3
LC connectors removing optical adapters 5-5
handling 4-6

S
M
SC connectors
MPO connectors handling 4-6
cleaning 3-8
ST connectors 4-3
handling 4-6
storage 1-2
MU connectors
handling 4-6

T
O
tension 1-4
optical connector twisting limits 1-6
connecting/disconnecting 4-1
in-line adapter 5-1
in-line adapter installation 5-3 W
in-line adapter removal 5-5
protective caps 1-3
warnings 1-2

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