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5.2 Regular inspection and cleaning
To ensure splicing quality, regular inspection and cleaning is required.
5.2.1 Object lens cleaning
Contamination on object lens’ surface disturbs the identification of fiber core location
and consequently incurs high splice loss. Thus, 2 object lenses should be kept clean
at all times. If accumulated dust stays for a prolonged period, it may be difficult to
remove. Therefore, clean the lens frequently as follows.
i. Turn the power off before cleaning the object lens.
ii. Separate the Electrodes.
iii. Clean it using a soft cotton swab moisten with alcohol in circular motion
from the center as in the figure below. Dry out alcohol remaining on object
lens’ surface using a clean, lint free dry cotton swab
iv. Surface of object lens should be clean without any line or stain.
v. Reassemble the Electrodes.
vi. Turn the power on; check whether there is any line or stain on the monitor
and; conduct a self-diagnosis.