Tektronix P6701B, P6703B, P6723 Maintenance

P6701B, P6703B, and P6723 Service Manual 17

Maintenance

Tokeep the P6701B, P6703B, and P6723 O/E Converters in good operating

condition, observe propercleaning and handling techniques.

Small dust particles and oils can easily cont aminate fiber-optic connectors and

reduceor block the signal. Takecare to preserve the integrity your connectors by

keeping them freeof contamination.

CAUTION. Toprevent loss of o ptical power or damage to the fiber-optic

connectors, keep the connectors clean at all times.

When cleaning the connectorswith a swab, use gentle circularmotions. Use only

high quality cleaning suppliesthat are non-abrasive and leave no residue.

Toreduce the need for cleaning, immediately replace protectivecaps on the

fiber-opticconnectors when not in use.

Use the following items to clean the fiber-opticconnectors:

Hclean compressed air

Hfiber-opticcleaning swabs

Hisopropyl alcohol

Clean the fiber-opticconnectors as follows:

1. Hold the can ofcompressed air upright and spray the can into the air to purge

any propellant.

2. Spray the cleancompressed air on the connectors to remove any loose

particlesor moisture.

3. Moisten a cleanfiber-optic swab with isopropyl alcohol then lightly swab

the surfaces of the connectors.

4. Spray the cleancompressed air on the connectors again to remove any loose

particlesor isopropyl alcohol.