Clearfield FieldShield YOURx-Terminal Installation Manual

FieldShield YOURx-Terminal

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Table of Contents
Parts List 3

Recommended Tools 4
Working in the YourX Terminal 6

Opening the Cover 6
 DropTerminalCongurations 7
Port Designations 8
MPO Wiring Diagrams 9

Optical Components 13

 SplitterCongurations 13

Buried Deployment Methods 15
Mounting Application 15

Pedestal Mounting 15

Vault Installation 16

Site Preparation 16
Pole/Wall Mounting 18
Cover Mount Bracket 19
Strand Mount 20
Preparing Terminal Ports 21
Installing FlexPorts in the Field 21
Plugs 22
Preparing Microduct to Connect to Terminal 22

Installation of Fiber 23
Slack Storage 27

Using a GasBlock Coupler (greater than 10 feet 27
Using a Slack Storage Reel (less than 10 feet) 28

Closing the YOURx Terminal 28
Connector Cleaning Procedure 29
Standard Warranty 32
Proprietary Notice 33
Technical Support 33

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Parts List

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1. Base (FlexPort Sealing Tabs marked with a silver “x” inside the terminal)

2. Cover

3. Gasket

4. Clips (8 installed on base)

5. FlexCartridge

6. FlexPort ½ (half) Cartridge

7. Plugs (available 10mm and 14mm)

8. Designation Card

9. FlexCartridge Cover

10. Base Mounting Bracket*

11. Cover Mounting Bracket*

12. Aerial Strand Bracket*

*Ordered Seperately (not included with terminal)

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Recommended Tools

Find No. Tool Image

001 Rotary Cutter

002 Deburring Tool

003 Pliers

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Optical End Face

Cleaning kit

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DROP CABLE OPTIONS

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Product

Name

FieldShield

FLATdrop

FieldShield

D-ROP

FieldShield

FLEXdrop

Cable

Jacket

Outdoor Yes -40° to 176°F No Black Yes

Outdoor Yes -40° to 176°F Yes

Indoor

(Plenum)/

Outdoor

UV Temperature

Yes -40° to 176°F Yes

FieldShield

Connector

Jacket

Color

Black/

Orange

Black/

White

Can be
stapled

Yes

Yes

Best

Application

For use when fast installation

and low up-front cost is most

desired feature.

For use when a single pass
and restorable solution at a

competitive price is ideal.

For use when a premium

product that has maximum

workability, exibility and

restorability is desired.

FieldShield

(Classic)

Outdoor

in Duct

FieldShield

StrongFiber

Indoor/

Outdoor

in Duct

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Yes in

Duct

Yes in

Duct

-40° to 176°F Yes Black Yes

-40° to 176°F Yes Black

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Yes in

Duct

For use when the distance

from the access point to the

SFU/MDU is longer than

normal and a more rigid solu-

tion is required to maintain

restorability for drops longer

than 300 feet.

For use when a reusable

pathway is needed and

maximum slack storage is

desirable.

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Working in the YourX Terminal

This instruction manual describes the recommended installation of the YourX multi-port terminal utilizing various ber drop

applications.

Opening the Cover

Pull the 8 tabs down from cover toward base. (Figure 1)

The lid may be difcult to remove due to gasket sealing.

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Figure 1

DO NOT use a sharp item (snips, screwdriver, etc.) to remove.

Utilize a stiff at piece of plastic, like a wedge, to help break the seal.

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Using the sharp items may damage the gasket.

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DropTerminalCongurations

• “Drop only” where there is a choice of one 14mm or one 10M port used for feed (MPO input) and designated
number of ports for distribution (Figure 1).

• “Drop and Express” congured terminals will utilize both “A and B” ports for feed (MPO input) to terminal with

expressing (MPO output) the un-used bers to the next terminal in line (Figure 2).

Cable Feed/Express Port Types
14MM: Microduct with pushable MPO
10MM: FlatMPO
10MM: Pushable 1F for Splitter feed

NOTE: If terminal is being utilized with splitters, the feed may be fed through 10MM Port of choice for termination

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DROP ONLY example

Figure 1

NOTE: These are “standard” congurations, your terminal may be unique to your environment

REMEMBER: SC/LC/MPO ports on FlexCartridge are opposite of labeling in base to minimize ber crossover

DROP and EXPRESS example

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Port Designations

Ports A and B: 14MM
Ports 1 thru 16: 10 MM Microduct

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NOTE: Pushable MPO’s enter through the 14MM ports. When a third MPO is needed, you will utilize a “FLATMPO” cable
with a hardened connector and enter through a 10MM port

1 2 3 4 5 6

A

7 8 9 10 11 12

B

Test record found behind

FlexCartridge Designations

Port counts differ, depending on terminal designation

MPO Ports

A - Fiber “IN” (feed)
B - Fiber “OUT” (express

removeable cover

Distribution Ports 1-12
SC, LC or MPO connectors

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MPO Wiring Diagrams

MPO (Labeled “A” and/or “B”) ber designation

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“A” 10mm

“A” 14mm

Congurations consist of “Drop Only” (Figure 1)
terminals as well as “Drop and Express” terminals uti-

lizing pushable single ber, MPO or FlatMPO cables.

Drop Only Terminals will utilize 1 (one) 14MM or 1
(one) 10MM port, based on cable feed choice. When
using FlatMPO, the 10MM port located left of “A”
14MM, is recommended.

Drop and Express” will utilize the “B” port for

expressing bers via 14mm duct or the 10MM port to

the right of “B”.

Example of a 4-port Drop
only terminal with a 14MM
feed FlexPort

Each FLEXport installed from
the factory are marked with
silver X.

Figure 1

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MPO Inbound & DROP

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MPO Inbound & DROP

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NOTE: These are “standard” congurations. Your terminal may be unique to your application.

REMEMBER: SC/APC Flexports, are labeled opposite of FLEXport on terminal base

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MPO Inbound & outbound/express with DROP

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NOTE: These are “standard” congurations. Your terminal may be unique to your application.

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Optical Components

SplitterCongurations

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Buried Deployment Methods

YOURx Terminal can be placed in:

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Pedestals

(min 10x10)

Vaults (w/o brackets)

Mounting Application

The YourX terminal can be mounted for various applications. These directions are for basic installation in the outside plant.
Your application may vary from our basic design installation method.

Pedestal Mounting

Terminal base is mounted,

remove lid for access.

NOTE: The YourX terminal is capable of tting into as small as an 8 X 8 pedestal but due to room restrictions we
recommend a minimum of 10 X 10.

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Terminal lid is mounted,

loosen thumbscrew to

free terminal from bracket,

remove lid for access.

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Vault Installation

Site Preparation

Ensure that national – local electrical and building codes, OSHA and company safety work rules are observed and provi-

sions made for street ags, barricades and cones. Secure permits as required by city and company.

WARNING: Buried Telecommunications Cables. Make sure to call 811 a few days before digging.
Calling 811 will route to the local one-call center and ensure that utilities in the area of installation

IMPORTANT

will be located and marked.

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Step 1: Excavation

Plan excavation approximately twelve
to sixteen inches (12” - 16”) longer/
wider and six to eight inches (6” - 8”)
deeper than the actual dimensions of
the vault being installed. (Figure 1)

Figure 1

Step 2: Drainage Base

Pour gravel base to a depth of three to

ve inches at (3” - 5”) the base of the

excavation. (Figure 2)

Note: Base material should be crushed

rock 3/4” and smaller, and not “river
rock” or “round stone.”

Step 3: Install Vault

Guide microduct through opening and
lower vault into excavation on top of
base material and adjust height to
grade. (Figure 3)

Figure 3Figure 2

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Step4:Backll

Use soil to backll between the vault

and the excavation wall, tamping down
to compact soil. (Figure 4)

Figure 4 Figure 6Figure 5

Step 7: Prepare Ports

Remove tabs from desired terminal
FlexPorts. De-burr FlexPort with snips,
knife or de-burring tool to remove
rough edges. MUST de-burr entirely

for FlatMPO bullet to t through port.

(Figure 7)

Step 5: Route Duct

Deterimine desired length of all ducts
entering the terminal. (Figure 5)

Note: Multiple ducts should be bound
together with vinyl tape for easier
manipulation.

Step 8: Seat Duct

Feed pull string from the underside of
the terminal through port and seat duct
fully into the coupler. (Figure 8)

Step 6: Prepare Duct

Use a rotary cutting tool to all ducts to
equal length. Strip back outer sheath
and tone wire six inches (6”) or
amount needed to terminate to bond/
locating bar. Use de-burring tool to
chamfer end of duct. (Figure 6)

Step 9: Secure Pull String

Tie off pull string to FlexCartridge to
prevent it from migrating back into the

microduct.

Note: Tab removal may require pliers

Note: Ports loaded with exports are marked in silver.

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Pole/Wall Mounting

Utilizing the horeshoe bracket, mount bracket to surface (hardware not included) mount YourX terminal to bracket using the
provided hardware. (3 mounting locations – 4 provided screws) (Figure 1)

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Terminal base is mounted

to bracket utilizing provided

hardware.

Microduct will be cut to desired length for proper storage,
following local practice.

Be sure to adhere to bend radius of microduct and at drop.

FOLLOW DIRECTIONS FOR:
Installing Microduct and Flat Drop into Terminal

Installing ber and managing inside terminal

I.B.Y.C

Figure 1

(4) mounting screws provided

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Cover Mount Bracket

Two piece mounting bracket. The bracket is attached to the top of the cover where it can be removed from mounting
location. Allowing technician to move terminal along with microduct for mounting application needs.

Using the 2 screws provided, attach base (Figure 2) to cover of YourX terminal (Figure 3)

Figure 1

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Figure 2

Figure 3

Mount the bracket (Figure 1) to the desired location (hardware not included).

Place forks of mounting bracket under wing nut and nger tighten. (Figure 4)

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Strand Mount

1. Attach lanyard using provided screw, to location identied in (Figure 1).

2. Attach opposite end to location in (Figure 2).

3. Using provided hardware attach base to bracket like shown (Figure 3).

4. Attach to strand using provided bug nuts. Facing FlexPorts toward
serving pole.

5. Dress duct from pole attachment to terminal, cut duct to length.

6. FOLLOW DIRECTIONS FOR:

1. Installing Duct Into Terminal

2. Installing ber Into Terminal

3. I.B.Y.C! (Inscpect Before You Connect!)

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Preparing Terminal Ports

When needed for congurability, FlexPorts can be added in the eld to allow the
terminal to accept additional ber drops, microduct or other options, when desired for

a change needed.

STEP 1: Locate and using pliers, remove tab associated to the
10mm or 14mm port that you will use. (Figure 1)
STEP 2: De-Burr (using a de-burring tool/snips/knife) the port hole

for a smooth transition without damaging the ber as it enters the

port (Figure 2) MUST BE FULLY DE-BURRED FOR Flat MPO!!

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Figure 1

BE AWARE! FlexPorts are factory installed on units that come from the factory

based on the number of feed and distribution specied at time of order.

Following the diagram, place parts as shown below. (Figure 3)

• On bottom of terminal, place O-Ring into desired port hole

• IF creating a 14mm, place “Green Spacer” on top of
O-Ring

• Next, place “Press-In” with teeth closest to you, into hole.

Tap in so that it sits ush.

• Install the “Clip” into the “Press-Ins”

NOTE: Clips should be loose, not springy. If springy, re-adjust
the “O-Ring”

Figure 2

O-Ring

Green Spacer

Press-in

Clip

Figure 3

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Plugs

If a technician removes the wrong tab and exposes a port
WITHOUT a “FlexPort” fully seat a plug (Figure 1) to plug
port for a water and air-tight terminal (Figure 2).

Note: 1-10mm included with terminal
10MM: 018664
14MM: 018665

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WARNING: Do NOT Leave terminal ports open.

Always use a 10mm or 14 mm plug.

Figure 1

Figure 2

Preparing Microduct to Connect to Terminal

STEP 1: Feed “pull string” through FlexPort. (Figure 3) If not pulling ber immediately, tie

off to FlexCartridge.

STEP 2: Using a rotary cutter to prevent cutting pull string, make a ush cut at desired

length (Figure 4) and De-Burr microduct (Figure 5).

NOTE: When using toneable microduct, remove outer sheath and tone wire back
approximatel 4”-6” (follow local standard as to storing tone wire) (Figure 6).

Figure 3

Figure 4

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Installation of Fiber

When entering the YOURx-Terminal DO NOT assemble Connector Outer Housing until ber has been
passed through the FlexPort. Fully connectorized ber will not pass through FlexPort.

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Step 1: Seat
Microduct

Once Pull String is
through the FlexPort, seat
Microduct into FlexPort.

(Figure 1).

Step 3: Assemble
Connector

Follow assembly
instructions for the
selected connector.

(Figure 3).

Figure 1

Figure 3

Step 2: Pull Fiber

Pull preconnectorized

ber (unassembled) into

open YOURx-Terminal
port. Remove pull string
and prepare connector
for assembly.

(Figure 2).

Figure 2

INSPECT BEFORE YOU CONNECT!

CLEAN CONNECTOR DIRTY CONNECTOR

SEE RECOMMENDED CLEANING PROCEDURES SECTION

Step 4: Connect Fiber into FlexCartridge

Once connector has been inspected/cleaned, route

ber through ber management located in the

“handle” of the FlexCartridge. Make the connection.
(Figure 4).

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Step 1: Push Fiber

Push preconnectorized

ber (unassembled) into

open YOURx-Terminal
port. Remove pull string
and prepare connector
for assembly.

(Figure 1).

Step 3: Assemble
Connector

Follow assembly
instructions for the
selected connector.

(Figure 3).

Figure 1

Figure 3

Step 2: Seat
FlexConnector

Once ber is through,

seat FlexConnector into
FlexPort.

(Figure 2).

Figure 2

INSPECT BEFORE YOU CONNECT!

CLEAN CONNECTOR DIRTY CONNECTOR

SEE RECOMMENDED CLEANING PROCEDURES SECTION

Step 4: Connect Fiber into FlexCartridge

Once connector has been inspected/cleaned, route

ber through ber management located in the

“handle” of the FlexCartridge. Make the connection.
(Figure 4).

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Step 1: Push Fiber

Push preconnectorized

ber (unassembled) into

open YOURx-Terminal
port. Prepare connector
for assembly.

(Figure 1).

Step 3: Assemble
Connector

Follow assembly
instructions for the
selected connector.

(Figure 3).

Figure 1

Figure 3

Step 2: Seat
FlexConnector

Once ber is through,

seat FlexConnector into
FlexPort.

(Figure 2).

Figure 2

INSPECT BEFORE YOU CONNECT!

CLEAN CONNECTOR DIRTY CONNECTOR

SEE RECOMMENDED CLEANING PROCEDURES SECTION

Step 4: Connect Fiber into FlexCartridge

Once connector has been inspected/cleaned, route

ber through ber management located in the

“handle” of the FlexCartridge. Make the connection.
(Figure 4).

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Step 1: Seat
Microduct

Once Pull String is
through the FlexPort, seat
Microduct into FlexPort.

(Figure 1).

Step 3: Assemble
Connector

Follow assembly
instructions for the
selected connector.

(Figure 3).

Figure 1

Figure 3

Step 2: Pull Fiber

Pull preconnectorized

ber (unassembled) into

open YOURx-Terminal
port. Remove pull string
and prepare connector
for assembly.

(Figure 2).

Figure 2

INSPECT BEFORE YOU CONNECT!

CLEAN CONNECTOR DIRTY CONNECTOR

SEE RECOMMENDED CLEANING PROCEDURES SECTION

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Step 4: Connect Fiber into FlexCartridge

Once connector has been inspected/cleaned, route

ber through ber management located in the

“handle” of the FlexCartridge. Make the connection.

(Figure 4).

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Slack Storage

NOT FOR “DROP” SLACK STORAGE

ONLY for Feed/Express cables between 2 (two) terminals

IMPORTANT

When slack storage is needed while utilizing microduct and pushable ber between 2 terminals (Feed/Express bers) two

options are available, depending on the length of slack being stored:

Option 2Option 1

GasBlock Couplers

(greater than 10 feet)

Storage within Terminal

(less than 10 feet)

Using a GasBlock Coupler (greater than 10 feet)

A GasBlock can be used to store slack of ber outside of terminal (in vault or on pole).
Once ber is at terminal location:

1. Trim microduct to a manageable length within vault.

2. Feed ber through 1 (one) GasBlock (10MM or 14MM, dependant on microduct size), place

onto trimmed microduct and tighten yellow cap to create seal around ber (should not slide)

3. Insert 1 (one) piece of provided black microduct into desired FlexPort

4. Insert GasBlock onto opposite end of black microduct.

5. Loosen Yellow cap on GasBlock to allow ber to push through GasBlock and

6. microduct into terminal

7. Once ber is into terminal, complete connector installation, I.B.Y.C. and connect.

8. Tighten yellow cap down and around to activate plug inside GasBlock coupler for an air and
water tight seal.

9. Coil up slack using Velcro or tape for storage.

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Using a Slack Storage Reel (less than 10 feet)

The slack can be stored on an OPTIONAL slack storage
wheel (Figure 1)or by hand coiling and Velcro/tape.

After pulling ber into terminal:

Step 1: Coil slack around wheel (Figure 2) and slide into
slot either side of FlexCartridge (Figure 3).

Step 2: Install connector housing.

Step 3: I.B.Y.C.

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Figure 1

Step 4: Make Connection.

Closing the YOURx Terminal

Step 1: Ensure gasket is free of damage/debris (Figure 1).

Step 2: Similar to closing a splice case or tightening lug nuts

on a tire, work your way around in a “star-like pattern”, snap­ping tabs to assure an air-tight, water-tight terminal.

Figure 3

Figure 2

Figure 1

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Connector Cleaning Procedure

Whether factory terminated or eld spliced, clean connectors are essential

for proper system operation. Even the smallest dust particle can cause
transmission problems, so for optimal network performance, inspect and if
necessary, clean all connectors and adapters prior to mating.

I.T.C…Inspect Then Connect!

ALWAYS inspect the connector rst thing with a clean ber scope inspect

the pair. Three types of contamination require different cleaning techniques.
The use of Chemtronics end face and bulkhead cleaning products and
techniques ensures a clean end face, no matter the type of contamination.

These are Cleareld recommended products/application. Use the product

you feel will complete your cleaning procedures. Create a “best practice” for
your company and follow those procedures.

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Figure 1

**NOTE: It is NOT recommended to use IPA to clean the end-face.

Cleaning the end-face…but not just the end-face

• Place one wiping paper on QbE-2 FiberSafe™ Cleaning Platen. Figure 1

• Apply small amount of precision cleaner (about 1” in diameter) with Elec­tro-Wash MX pen on to one end of the wipe. Figure 2

• Hold end face 90 degree. Adjust for APC connection by slightly tilting the
container or end face. Angle is correct when no drag is left on the end face.

Figure 3

• Draw end face from wet to dry part of the wipe 3 times. Use just enough
pressure to ensure complete contact between end face and the wipe.

DO NOT retrace previous step.

Figure 2

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• CLEAN THE FERRULE…Lightly moisten the ber optic swab
(2.5mm/38542F or 1.25mm/38040) by spotting a small amount (about 1”)
of Electro-Wash PX or Electro-Wash MX pen onto the QBE-2. Hold the
swab, 1 side down to the wetted area and hold for a count of 1-2-3-4-5.

Figure 4

• Insert swab into side of ferrule, wet side to the ceramic ferrule and
circle around 2-3 times and remove. Turn swab to dry side and repeat.

Figure 5

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Cleaning the mate through a bulkhead adapter AND the
adapter itself!

• Lightly moisten the ber optic swab(2.5mm/38542F or 1.25mm/38040)

by spotting a small amount (about 1”) of Electro-Wash PX or Elec­tro-Wash MX pen onto the QBE-2. Hold the tip of the swab onto the
wetted area and hold for a count of 1-2-3-4-5.

• Insert the swab into the adapter to the connector, press lightly against
the connector, twist 2-3 times, remove and discard.

• Dry with a second dry swab.

• Inspect (re-clean if necessary) and test for signal strength.

• Use additional swabs to clean inside the actual adapter. Moisten swab,
like above, insert through hole and remove while twisting. Figure 6

Figure 4

Figure 5

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Cleaning an MPO/MTP Connector

Female Connector

• Place one wiping paper on QbE-2 FiberSafe™ Cleaning Platen and
apply small amount of precision cleaner (about 1” in diameter) with Elec­tro-Wash MX pen on to one end of the wipe. Figure 1

• Hold end face 90 degree. Adjust for APC connection by slightly tilting
the container or end face. Angle is correct when no drag is left on the end
face. Figure 2

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Figure 1

Male Connector

• Lightly moisten the ber optic swab (CC505F) like above, moistening 1

side.

• Place swab, wet side down at one end of connector end-face and draw

across in a diagonal sweep (ie: from ber 1 up and across to ber 12).
Turn swab over to dry and draw back from ber 12 to ber 1. Figure 3

BEFORE cleaning any connector…be sure you know what type of con­taminate you are cleaning…dry? Fluidic?...All the available products are
good, it’s the process that you need to be aware of. Using a dry cleaning
method to clean “dirt” can lead to scratching of the end-face. Learn the
process of cleaning properly!

Figure 2

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Standard Warranty

Cleareld warrants to the original purchaser of the Product sold hereunder is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and
service, subject to exceptions stated herein. Product purchased is warranted as follows: Cleareld designed and branded Products are warranted for
ve (5) years: Products manufactured by Cleareld to customer prints and/or specications are warranted for one (1) year; and any Product Clear­eld acquires from or through a third-party manufacturer or distributor and resells to Customer as the original customer will carry the manufacturer’s

pass-through warranty, if any. In all cases, the warranty period commences on the date of shipment to the original purchaser.

Warranty Claim Procedure

If any Product purchased from Cleareld is found defective under the above warranty, the following basic procedure must be followed:

1. Customer must contact Cleareld and obtain a Return Materials Authorization

2. Following authorization, the Customer ships the product-freight collect-to Cleareld’s manufacturing facility

3. Cleareld shall repair or replace the defective Product at its sole option and discretion, and return the repaired or replacement Product to Cus­tomer’s site, freight prepaid

Note: If the Product is not found to be defective by Cleareld, the product will be returned to the Customer and the customer billed for freight in both

directions.

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Limitations of Warranty

Correction of defects by repair or replacement, at the option of Cleareld Inc, shall constitute the exclusive sole remedy for a breach of this limited
warranty. Cleareld shall not be liable under any circumstances for any special, consequential, incidental, punitive, or exemplary damages arising
out of or in any way connected with the product or with agreement to sell product to buyer, including, but not limited to damages for lost prots, loss

of use, or for any damages or sums paid by buyer to third parties. The foregoing limitation of liability shall apply whether the claim is based upon
principles of contract, warranty, negligence or other tort, breach of statutory duty, principles of indemnity or contribution, the failure of any limited or
exclusive remedy to achieve its essential purpose, or otherwise.

Cleareld will not be responsible for any labor or materials costs associated with installation or incorporation of Cleareld products at customer sites,
including any costs of alteration, replacement or defective product, or any eld repairs.

Other Limitations

1. Cleareld assumes no warranty liability regarding defects caused by:

2. Customer’s modication of Product, excepting installation activities described in Cleareld documentation

3. Customer re-packaging of Product for shipment to third parties or destinations other than those originally shipped to by Cleareld, or any de­fects suffered during shipping where the Product has been re-packaged

4. Customer’s installation or maintenance, excepting activities described in and performed in accordance with Cleareld documentation

5. Customer’s improper or negligent use or application of Product

6. Other causes external to the Product, including but not limited to accidents, catastrophe, acts of God, government action, war, riot, strikes, civil

commotion, sovereign conduct, or the acts or conduct of any person or persons not party to or associated with Cleareld

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Proprietary Notice

About FieldShield Product Line Application

Information contained in this document is copyrighted by Cleareld, Inc. and may not be duplicated in full or part by any person without prior written
approval of Cleareld, Inc.

Its purpose is to provide the user with adequately detailed documentation to efciently install the equipment supplied. Every effort has been made to

keep the information contained in this document current and accurate as of the date of publication or revision.

However, no guarantee is given or implied that the document is error free or that it is accurate with regard to any specication.

Technical Support

Cleareld, Inc. can be contacted for any issues that arise with the supplied product.

If you need to return the supplied product, you must contact the Cleareld, Inc. Customer Service Department to request a Returned Materials

Authorization (RMA) number.

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Minneapolis, MN 55428

Toll Free: 800.422.2537
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