User`s guide

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Reference
Cleaning Connections for Accurate Measurements
To clean a non-lensed connector
CAUTION
Do not use any type of foam swab to clean optical fiber ends. Foam swabs can
leave filmy deposits on fiber ends that can degrade performance.
1
Apply pure isopropyl alcohol to a clean lint-free cotton swab or lens paper.
Cotton swabs can be used as long as no cotton fibers remain on the fiber end
after cleaning.
2
Clean the ferrules and other parts of the connector while avoiding the end of the
fiber.
3
Apply isopropyl alcohol to a new clean lint-free cotton swab or lens paper.
4
Clean the fiber end with the swab or lens paper.
Table 3-3. Cleaning Accessories
Item Agilent Part Number
Any commercially available denatured alcohol —
Cotton swabs 8520-0023
Small foam swabs 9300-1223
Compressed dust remover (non-residue) 8500-5262
Table 3-4. Dust Caps Provided with Lightwave Instruments
Item Agilent Part Number
Laser shutter cap 08145-64521
FC/PC dust cap 08154-44102
Biconic dust cap 08154-44105
DIN dust cap 5040-9364
HMS10/dust cap 5040-9361
ST dust cap 5040-9366