3M 2600 manual Applying the Pre-load

8.05Lower the front end of the ribbon holder to lay the cleaved fibers in the V grooves of the splice. If the fibers are not positioned properly in the V grooves, raise and lower the front end of the ribbon holder until the fibers are positioned properly.

8.06 Proper positioning of fibers.

8.07Slowly slide the fibers into the splice by moving the ribbon holder down the ramp until it stops.

Note: If resistance is felt, back out fibers slightly and continue insertion.

8.08Select the mating fiber ribbon and identify fiber #1 for proper alignment into the splice. Repeat the Ribbon Preparation, Ribbon Holder Preparation, Cleaver Operation, Visual Inspection of the Cleave, and Fiber Insertion (sections 4.05 to 8.07) for the other side of the splice.

Note: Fiber contact can be confirmed by observing the movement of the first ribbon and holder as the second ribbon is inserted.

If no movement is observed, a successful splice is not likely. It is recommended that the cleaver, ribbon holders, and actuator tool be cleaned and checked for proper operation. Repeat Steps 4.05 through 8.08 for both ribbons. Use a new Fibrlok Multi-Fiber Optical Splice.

9.0 Applying the Pre-load

9.01Move the pre-load levers, one at a time, toward you as far as they will go.

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