User's Manual

dust covers or dust caps provided by the manufacturer. These covers are removed during installation,
and should be installed whenever the transceivers or cables are disconnected.
The transceiver dust caps protect the transceivers from contamination. Do not discard the dust
covers.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the connectors, always install the dust covers or dust caps
whenever a transceiver or a fiber cable is disconnected. Remove the dust covers or dust caps from
transceivers or fiber cable connectors only when they are connected. Do not discard the dust covers.
To minimize the risk of contamination or damage, do the following:
• Dust covers—Remove and set aside the dust covers and dust caps when installing an I/O
module, a transceiver or a cable. Install the dust covers when disconnecting a transceiver or
cable.
One of the many sources for cleaning equipment specifically designed for fiber optic connectors
is:
Alcoa Fujikura Ltd. 1-888-385-4587 (North America)
011-1-770-956-7200 (International)
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