Allied Telesis AT-2911GP/LXSC, AT-2911GP/LXLC, AT-2911GP/SXSC, AT-2911GP/SXLC Cleaning Using a Swab

Appendix B: Cleaning Fiber Optic Connectors

Cleaning Using a Swab

Specially treated swabs (stick cleaners) are available for cleaning inside connector adapters or hard-to-reach ferrule tips. These swabs, often referred to as “lint free” or “alcohol free” swabs, are available from many vendors. See Figure 99. Stick cleaners are available in both 2.5 mm and 1.25 mm sizes for use on SC and MU connectors respectively.

Note

NEVER use a household cotton swab and/or alcohol to clean a fiber optic connector. A cotton swab or alcohol may leave a residue on the ferrule tip.

Figure 99. Lint-Free and Alcohol-Free Swabs

Note

Do not use compressed air or aerosol air to clean a fiber optic connector.

To clean a recessed ferrule using a swab, perform the following procedure:

1.Insert the swab into the adapter as shown in Figure 100 and rub the ferrule tip with the swab.

Figure 100. Cleaning a Recessed Ferrule

2. If desired, repeat step 1.

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