Fitel S175 User Manual
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3. Printing or outputting the data will take some time according to the quantity of the data and the operating keys do not work during the time Follow the procedure below to transfer splice datafrom 175 to Microsoft Windows base PC Preparation Prepare RS232C cross cable connected 9 pin DSUB connector for both end and PC with Win95 This cable is easily available from common supplier And also available as an optional accessary partno S175X A02 wiring 49 Programming Guide D Sub 9pins D Sub Spins O 5 43 2 1 4IGSVS vIOSSGVO o 9876 VIOGOOO QOVIO QOLOO Procedure 1 Connect DSUB cable to PC And Check its name by your hardware setting reference Normally it would be COM2 as COM 1 is for mouse usually Note If you are using Modem or other things with COM port this name would be very different check your PC 2 Open HYPER TERMINAL that is Windows 95 standard software in Accessory Holder 3 Name S175 CONNECTION in the box for example and choose Icon as well 4 Select COM2 or COM1 in the Connect using blank box in DIAL NUMBER window 5 Set 9600 bps 8 bit No parity 1 stop bit 6 Turn S175 On 7 Install preferablefusion and heater program 8 Connect DSUB cable to S175 Do not connect cable before power on 9 Press Enter and select Splice Datathen select Print from Print Clear in its menu 10 Select List from Graph List in its menu 50 P
4. The information is displayed as in the table explained for the Auto Inspection above 11 Press when inspection completed 60 Programming Guide 8 12 Program Management This function allows the operator to utilise any of 3 major program editingtools Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Fiber Dimension gt and press J The screen changes for choosingtools 8 12 1 Program Store Default Highlight the Program Store Default and press lt Step 1 Reload the FACTORY SETTING to the BACKUP RAM 1 Usingthe A or Y scroll to highlight the arrow between the FACTORY SETTING MRE STA EE and the BACKUP RAM and press Y 2 Usingthe A or V scroll to highlight the program machine fusion heater or all where the default factory settings are to be sent and press Y 61 Programming Guide 3 For machine program select Set Return as this is commonto all programs 4 For fusion and heater programs highlight default program where factory settings must be located 5 For All programs select Set amp Return to retrieve all factory settings Press to select choice Press Y again to Set Step 2 Transfer the contents of the BACKUP RAM to the CURRENT program 1 Use to returnto lt Program Store Default gt Menu screen 2 Usingthe A or V scroll to highlight the direction indicator between BACKUP RAM and CURRENT 3 Press J For machine program select Set amp Return as this is comm
5. Maintenance 7 2 3 Cleaningthe objective lens 00 01010IOIOIN a Contents 7 2 4 Cleaning the Mirrors 7 2 5 Cleaning the V grooves 7 2 6 Cleaningthe V groove Fiber Clamps 7 3 Storing and Shipping 7 4 Claims and Repackaging 7 5 Return Shipments to The Furukawa Electric Co 8 Programming Guide 8 1 Programming Functions and Menu 8 2 Modifying a Fiber Program 8 3 Modifying a Heater Program 8 4 Splice Data 8 4 1 Viewing the data 8 4 2 Adding a Comment 8 4 3 Printingthe Data 8 4 4 Clearing the data 8 5 Arc Check History 8 6 Configuration 8 6 1 Language 8 6 2 Arc Counter 8 6 3 Total Arc Counter 8 6 4 Sleep Time LCD 8 6 5 Data Output 8 6 6 Low Temp Motor Rate 8 6 7 Low Temperature 8 6 8 TENSION TEST 8 6 9 Estimation Loss 8 6 10 Arc Count Reset 8 7 Environment Monitor 8 8 Manual Operation 8 9 Rust Check 8 10 Motor Limit Test 8 11 Fiber Dimension 8 12 Program Management 8 12 1 Program Store Default 8 12 2 PROGRAM COPY 8 12 3 PROGRAM DELETE 8 13 Adjust Date Time Safety Information and Instructions y Information and Instructions This manual contains complete operating and maintenance instructions for THE 175 FUSION SPLICER Please review this manual carefully before operating 1 1 Safetv Information The following safety instructions must be observed whenever the S175 fusion splicer is operated serviced or repaired Failure to comply with any of these instructions or wit
6. SELECT 20 Getting Started 5 5 Arc check Because fibers melt or fuse at different temperatures it is necessary to adjust the arc power in order to ensure optimum splicing results Electrode wear can also affect the splicing results Therefore an Arc Check should be performed everyday prior to initial use when the fiber type is changed or when high splice losses are obtained The S175 fusion splicer prompts to perform the arc check when the READY is displayed after power on Follow the procedures below If the arc check is not necessary press P and the fusion splice starts 1 Loadthe fibers Ensure that the fibers are properly stripped cleaned and cleaved 2 PressY atthe READY screen Base Menu is displayed and the lt Arc Check gt is highlighted Press Y again to initiate the Arc check 3 The S175 fusion splicer automatically feeds the fibers and discharges an arc e Duringthe arc discharge the fiber feeding motors of the S175 fusion splicer remain idle preventing the fiber ends from butting As a result the fiber ends melt back The arc check function inspects how far the fibers melt back and the centered position of the fiber If the arc check results are good the message RESULT OK is displayed olf the results of the arc check fails RESULT NG is displayed O CENTER is the center position pixel of the gap set between the fibers When the center position of the melt b
7. Splice Data splices Arc Check History checks Program storage Fusion Program 32 Heater Program 8 ae 19 Accurate Estimation Mode Typical Splice time 17 High Speed Mode 75 with 922 90 withS921 sec Typical Reinforcingtime 11 Operating Specifications and Components 3 2 Components Standard Components Main body S175X 01 1 Top cover S175X 02 1 Work table S175X 03 AC Power cord S175X 04 Spare electrode 175X 05 1 pair Spare fuse S175X 06 1 pair Carrying case S175X 07 1 S175X 08 DC Connector User s manual Optional Components DC power cord 175X A01 RS 232C cord 175X A02 Battery 175X A04 12 Operating Specifications and Components 3 3 Optional Accessories Contact The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd or your local representativefor a more detailed specification e 210 stripper e 321 precision cleaver e 322TR precision cleaver for Titan fiber e 8323 precision cleaver e 423 Tool kit includingS210 and 321 e 901 high capacity battery e 902 printer e S921 60mm length splice protection sleeves 922 40mm length splice protection sleeves 3 4 Recommended Consumable Keep a supply of the following items with the S175 fusion splicer at all times e Spare electrodes Part No 175 X 05 e Fuse Part No S175X 06 e Tweezer
8. TILT Angle at which fibers come into the screen REL ANGLE The RELATIVE cleave angle between the two fibers Use the A or V to scroll to left or right fiber measurement PARAMETER DESCRIPTION ther men eE E Gee a ESCA ECCENTRIC Eccentricity of Fibers in micrometers CUT ANGLE Cleave Angle of fiber in degrees CLAD 0 IX Cladding Indexto calculate center of Clad 59 Programming Guide PARAMETER DESCRIPTION CLAD 1 IX Cladding Indexto calculate center of Clad CLAD WIDTH Measurement of CLAD width in micrometers BEAMWIDTH Measurementof BEAM width in micrometers CORE 0 IX Core Index to calculate center of Core CORE 1 IX Core Index to calculate center of Core CORE WIDTH Measurement of CORE width in micrometers DISTORTION Measurement of distortion indicating perpendicularity of light source MANUAL INSPECTION Loadfibers into machine 2 Highlight lt Manual Inspection gt and press J Press J again 4 Press J to select a motor to move Follow on screen instructions to load the fibers into the display and manually align them using the ZL and ZR feed motors X and Y align motors and the X and Y focus motors 6 When aligned press to return to the inspection screen 7 Press gt key to increase the magnificationand check alignment a Repeat steps 4 to 6 if necessary Press the scroll up key A to execute the inspection 10
9. adjust these parameters Other intrinsic factors that contribute to the increase in splice loss are core diameter mismatch cladding diameter mismatch numerical aperture mismatch core concentricity and noncircularity Core Diameter Mismatch E SUSE Numerical Aperture Mismatch Different fibers have different numerical apertures The aperture dictates the acceptance angle of light LL WORK SON po OSOS BSF Xs 8 General Information Core Concentricity cladding core center core center Core Noncircularity re2 ForS core claddings Optical fiber is basically classified as either single mode SM or multi mode MM Single mode fiber which includes dispersion shifted fiber types will transmit a single mode path of data at wavelengths greater than the cut off wavelength 1170 nm Approximately 80 of the light is transmitted within the core and 20 is transmitted in the surrounding cladding Therefore the transmission path is more accurately referred to as the mode field and not as the core With a core diameter of typically 8 um and a mode field diameter of approximately 10 pm single mode fiber can transmit more data than multi modefiber and with less attenuation In multi mode fiber the optical signal is transmitted entirely within the core These fibers have a core size of 50 um to 100um 50 um or 62 5 um typically and are commonly used in local area networks LANs short dist
10. fiber coating Donot clean the bare fiber after it has been cleaved and do not let it come in contact with any surfaces Fiber coating j Bare fiber __ Ta 6 2 2 Loading the Fiber 1 Raise the windshield and the fiber clamps O 2 Openthe fiber holder and place afiber in each fiber holder with the stripped portion in the V groove Do not slide the tips of the fiber ends through the V groovetracks Both 1 Omn cleave length both for 250u4m and 900um coating diameter and 16mm for 250uum coating diameter only cleave length can be applied For converting the cleave length loosen the Screws fixing the End Plate and retighten them after changing the End Plate position as shown below 24 Operating Instructions Cleave length 16mm Cleave length 10mm_ Eng plate Bare fiber 10mm 3 Ensure that the fibers are properly aligned in the V grooves and close the fiber holders 4 Lower the windshield to return to the READY screen 6 2 3 Fusion Splicing 1 Ensurethat the READY screen is displayed on the monitor 2 Press gt gt to initiate the fusion splicing cycle 3 The S175 fusion splicer performs the following functions automatically To pause the S175 fusion splicer during any of these functions press 27 The message PAUSE will be displayed on the monitor To restart the operation press P again e The right and left fiber ends appear on the LCD monitor High speed fiber feedi
11. fusion splicer Failure to do so may damage the cords which may cause fire or electrical shock e Donotplace the cords around any heating instrument Doingso may damage the cords which cause fire or electrical shock o Do not connect or disconnect cords with wet hands Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock e Do not pull the cord to disconnect Doing so may damage the cords which may cause fire or electrical shock Hold the plug portion and disconnect the cord Donot put heavy items on the cords Doing so may damage the cords which may cause fire or electrical shock Do not modify the cords and do not over bend over twist or over stretch the cords Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock Ensure that the cords are disconnected when storing the fusion splicer e Never use aerosol dust cleaners or alcohol based solvents to clean the electrodes o Non oil based solvents should be usedto clean the optical lenses e Store the fusion splicer in a cool dry place Safety Information and Instructions 1 4 Power Requirements The S175 fusion splicer can operate from any single phase AC power source that supplies between 100 120 V and 200 240 V at afrequency of 50 Hz to 60 Hz or from DC 10 16V 1 5 Fuses Use only the correct size of 250 VAC fuse as specified in this manual 1 6 Line Power Cord The S175 uses athree wire power cord equipped with a protective earth contact Do not connect an ex
12. the arc indicates that the electrodes require either cleaning or replacing 22 Operating Instructions 6 1 Ready Screen Once the S175 fusion splicer is powered up and the arc check program is concluded the READY screen is displayed Indicates the installed Fusion Program AUTO Indicates the number of splices performed Incremented 00000 with every splice 13 37 29 Indicates the time X Y Indicatesthe fiber view 60M M NORM Indicatesthe installed Heater Program Asterisk mark appears atthe left side bottom corner when the accurate estimation mode is selected 6 2 Fusion Splicing Once the arc check function is performed and correct programs are selected the complete fusion splicing cycle can be initiated from the READY screen 6 2 1 Preparingthe Fiber Splice loss is directly affected by the quality of the fiber preparation For best results ensure that the V grooves are clean and that the fiber ends are properly cleaned and cleaved 23 Operating Instructions 1 Slide a splice protection sleeve onto either the right or the left fiber 2 Strip off a portion of fiber coating from each fiber end to expose approximately 35 mm of bare fiber 3 Wipe the bare fiber with a lint free tissue soaked with denatured alcohol 4 Cleave the fiber so that 10mm both for 250um and 900um coating diameter or 16mm onlyfor 250 um coating diameter of bare fiber extends pastthe
13. FITEL azam S175 version2000 SINGLE FIBER FUSION SPLICER User s Manual e Please read entire manual prior to usage e This manual must be kept with the S175 Fusion Splicer Issue 5 April 2000 A THE FURUKAWA ELECTRIC CO LTD Contents 1 Safety Information and Instructions 1 1 Safety Information 1 2 1 7 Safety Messages WARNINGS and CAUTIONS Power Requirements Fuses Line Power Cord Toxic Hazards 1 7 1 Incineration 1 7 2 Acidic or caustic compounds 1 7 3 Physicaldamage 2 General Information 3 Operating Specifications and Components 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 Specifications Components Optional Accessories Recommended Consumable 4 External Description 4 1 4 2 Operating Keys and Status LEDs Side Panel 4 2 1 Rightside panel 4 2 2 Leftside panel 43 Main Body 5 Getting Started 5 1 Unpacking and Initial Inspection 5 2 Setup 5 3 Installing the splice programs 5 4 Selecting the Operating Language 5 5 Arc check 6 Operating Instructions 6 1 Ready Screen 6 2 Fusion Splicing 6 2 1 Preparingthe Fiber 6 2 2 Loading the Fiber 6 2 3 Fusion Splicing 6 2 4 Splicing Defects 6 2 5 Removingthe Spliced 6 2 6 Reinforcingthe Fusion Splice 6 2 7 Changingthe Fusion Program 6 2 8 Changing the Heater Program 6 2 9 Performing an Attenuation Splice Optional 7 Maintenance and Handling Instructions 7 1 Error Messages 7 2 Maintenance 7 2 1 Arc Check 7 2 2 Electrode
14. ack moves less than 10 pixels from the center before the melt back the result is OK When it moves more than 10 pixels the result is NG and the CENTER is automatically adjusted to the amp center pixel of the melt back by aya When the dadisi center is out of the automatic correction range of 240 40 ARC ERROR is displayed after the RESULT NG and the screen instructs that the electrodes should be cleaned or replaced e POWER regulates the arc power The volume can be set between 0 and 255 If the value requires adjustment the machine automatically recommends the new value for the next arc check 21 Getting Started 5 When OK is displayed press to complete the arc check and return to the READY screen If either the CENTER or the POWER is out of the appropriaterange RESULT NG is displayed The splicer will recommendthe value to which the arc power should be set Press Y to automatically change to the recommendedvalue or press to leave the value unchanged Repeat the arc check to determine that the new values are acceptable It is necessary to remove the fibers and prepare them again with a new cleave If unsatisfactory results are obtained after four 4 arc check attempts inspect the electrodes for wear or damage and replace them if necessary A visualarc check can be made by viewing the arc on the monitor by pressing 7 key Electrode discharge should produce a straight and steady arc Swaying in
15. ame way as MEE for Splice Data with the exception of displaying No 001 1000659 l a graph on the screen Date 16 06 98 Time 09 38 Mode dM Aro Counter 00687 Power 41 Retreat Center T 141 0 AUR The data displayed are as follows Power Parameter value for Arc Power The figure inthe bracket is a compensated value by environmental sensing Retreat Distance between both fiber endfaces after arc check unit pixel Center Center position between both fiber endfaces after arc check unit pixel Datawith error is highlighted 8 6 Confiauration The configuration settings are used for setting the machine program options which are applicable to the user 8 6 1 Language Referto Selecting the Operating language Getting Started 8 6 2 Are Counter The S175 fusion splicer automatically counts the arc discharges and displays the number on the screen Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Are counter gt option to view the count reading 52 Programming Guide The arc count reading can be changed with the following operation 1 Using or set the reading to a desired value 2 Press Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Store Changes gt Highlight Quit without changes if cancel the change 4 Press J For resetting the count reading to O when replacing the electrodes refer to the Electrode Maintenance Maintenance 8 6 3 Total Arc Counter The Total Arc Counter i
16. ance links and closed circuit television CCTV Physical Characteristics of Optical Fiber for Fusion Splicing Coating standard diameter 250 pm 900 pm material acrylic resin nylon Cladding standard diameter 125 4m material silica Fluoro doped silica Titan coated silica Core standard diameter 8 um 10 um SM 50 um 62 5 um MM material Germanium doped silica silica Dispersion Single mode shifted Transmitting capacity superior high w Physical Characteristics of Single modeand Multimode Fiber 50 125 Multimode 62 51125 Multimode core transmits light cladding keeps optical signal within core Singlemode 100 140 Multimode coating protects glass from abrasion and ensures high strength typical diameter of human hair General Information Core Diameter Axis offset Because the optical signal is transmitted through the core of the fiber it is important to understand how the cores of the two fibers being spliced together compare The following general formula can be used to show the effects of core offset on the splice loss The formula is only theoretical and does not take into account other extrinsic factors such as cleave quality and dust contamination and intrinsic factors such as core noncircularity and numerical aperture mode field diameter A um mode field diameter Blum core axis offset d um optical power INPUT gt left fiber right fiber splic
17. annot focus on the preparation Make sure fiber find the clad line o to clean the bare find the core line while portion of the fiber mepecing Inappropriatefiber Check and correct the program is selected program Change to AUTO splice mode Incorrect parameter Check and correct the setting for FOCUS parameters Defect inthe image Contact service center processing system Defectinthe screening Contact service center system Optics is dirty See Maintenance chapter FOCUSING Unable to focus onthe Fiber is dirty Retry the splice from preparation Make sure to clean the bare portion of the fiber Inappropriatefiber Check and correct the program is selected program Incorrect parameter Check and correct the setting for FOCUS and parameters FIELD Defect inthe image Contact service center processingsystem Optics is dirty See Maintenance chapter 33 Maintenance and Handling Instructions Dn E E E Error Error Description Cause of the error Messages The fiber is out of Inappropriatefiber Check and correct the applicable range program is selected program Change to AUTO fiber selection Cladding diameter is out Can not splice with of applicable range S175 34 Maintenance and Handling Instructions 7 2 Maintenance 7 2 1 Arc Check Perform an arc check whenever high splice losses are obtained see Performing an Arc Check Getting Started 7 2 2 El
18. automatically 6 When the lt Manual Selection gt is selected the lt Fusion Program gt menu KM Moa screen appears Current Program inthe MW ELAT ut PROGRAM x screen shows the fusion program now PM l alae installed 7 Press A or V to select the program number and press a The screen instructs to press Y again to confirm the selection Press Y or press to cancel the selection 9 The screen returns to the previous screen Press until the screen returns to the READY 6 2 8 Changingthe Heater Program 1 Fromthe READY screen press Y to access to the Base menu screen 2 Press A or V to scroll to lt Select Program gt and press to access to the lt Select Program gt menu screen 3 Press A or V to scroll to the lt Heater Program gt and press Y lt Heater Program gt menu screen appears Current Program in the screen shows the Heater program now installed 4 Press A or V to select the program number and press Y 5 The screen instructsto press Y again to confirm the selection Press Y or press to cancel the selection 6 The screen returns to the previous screen Press until the screen returns to the READY Select NORMAL program for FURUKA WA S921 or 922 protection sleeve If the air bubble remains inside of sleeve using other supplier s sleeve then select EXTRA program and try 30 Operating Instructions 6 2 9 Performing an Attenuation Splice Optio
19. background No Dust is found and the result is good e Warning YELLOW background A small amount of dust is found but should not effect the splice operation Failing RED background Display turns red because dust is found and indicates the number of pixels the camera registered as dust When the fiber observation unit requires cleaning Clean the observation unit following the procedure given in Maintenance Maintenance and Handling Instructions and perform the measurement again Y Contact the Furukawa Electric Co or your local sales representative if the dust check operation fails againafter cleaning 4 Press to returnto the previous screen 8 10 Motor Limit Test Allows an individual motor to be selected and checks the operation of the home and overrun sensors lt Motar Limit Test gt 1 Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Motor Limit Test gt and press v 2 Select Auto Inspection or Manual Inspection and press v SCROLL MW gt SELECT ESCAPE x 57 Programming Guide Manual Inspection 1 Using A or V scroll to highlight motor requiringtest 2 Press gt key if actual screen background ae required 3 Press the Y key to start the test on the selected motor 4 Notice the operation of the HM LSW home and the OV LSW overrun sensors ON and OFF Ke Repeat the operation for any of the other motors Press to return to the previous screen Contactthe Fu
20. bua7 anea s o Hap ssa901d Huljooo ay Huunp panay aq 0 amjeredua y Or o Bep due 100 o Bap anaa s uonaajord 40 anjeradua unundo ool 9 Bep du 19H weiGoid 42129H WEJSOJJ 19I29H 10 9 81 197901818 2PINO sUIWMWeISOIg Programming Guide 8 4 Splice Data By selecting lt Splice Data gt the operator can access details of the previous 400 splices and also add a commentto an individual splice The data also can be printed or cleared from this menu 8 4 1 Viewing the data 1 From the Base Menu select the lt Splice SHAMU Comment a Data gt and press Y The screen displays a splice data as shown in the figure 14 10 00228 7 28 06 98 Time 10 JH 3 OM Are Counter 90015 No 1 is the data for the last splice and the Anel ea An al sl te number is counted up for older splices O76 0 54 Gor Ls The splice data can be stored for the asis Print capacity up to 400 Older data than the f AY gt SE capacity are automatically erased SCROL ESC When the splice is performed with an additional arc the data shows results inspected after the additional arc The data displayed are as follows Data Title Description ID Same number as of Total Arc Counter Date Time Date and time for the splice performed Fiber type of the Fiber Program Arc Counter Same number as of Arc Counter Loss Estimated splice loss AngL Cleave anale of the
21. component comes in contact with the skin wash the affected area immediately with cold water Inthe event of eye contamination irrigatethoroughly with a recognized eye wash and seek medical assistance 1 7 3 Physical damage Some of the components used in the assembly may contain very small quantities of toxic materials There is a remote possibility that physically damaged electronic components may present a toxic hazard As a general precaution avoid unnecessary contact with damaged electronic components and arrange for disposal in accordance with local regulations General Information 2 General Information Fusion splicing is used to physically join together two optical fiber ends the process may vary depending on the type of fusion splicer used The S175 Single Fiber Fusion Splicer has an active core aligning mechanism to align the fiber ends and a controllable electric arc to melt the glass and butt the ends together This results in a strong joint with very low loss and very low back reflection To achieve good splicing results it is essential to know both the proper use of a fusion splicer and the characteristics of optical fiber Because not all fibers are identical they can melt or fuse at different temperatures Therefore to minimize splice loss it is important that the arc power and the duration of the fusion arc be properly adjusted The 175 fusion splicer features an inspection of arc function to help the user
22. e loss splice loss 10 x log QUTPUT 10x WA Bef 2 A difference between A and B will cause a splice loss even if d is zero If using single mode fiber the manufacturer of the fiber may be able to provide mode field diameter specifications It is impossible to have perfectly centered cores because fiber manufacturing limitations often resultin small offsets Today s optical fibers are well manufactured and have core eccentricity of less than 0 5um However older fiber exhibits core eccentricity near 1 0um The S175 fusion splicer which has an active core alignmentfunction by observing the core position with microscope and image processor aligns the cores of both fibers to minimize the axis offset described above 10 Operating Specifications and Components 3 1 Specifications Description Fiber cladding diameter Coated fiber range Minimum Typical 250 900 um Fiber strip length PSA 10 16 1Om is optional for 900 um coating Average splice loss Identical fibers Single mode Multi mode Dispersion shifted Environmental Operating temperature Storage temperature 60 C Humidity Non condensing 95 R H Electrical Input terminals from AC supply da VAC Input terminals from DC supply _ 12 16 VDC Power consumption 27 Dimensions Splicer 181W x 285D x 181H Carrying case 470W x 291D x 420H Weight Splicer 6 3 Carrying 4 8 Data storage
23. ectrode Maintenance Inspect the electrodes for dirt wear and damage before using the fusion splicer Dust and other particles can be cleaned off by removing the electrodes from the splicing mechanism and carefully running a sharp blade along the surface of each electrode Replace the electrodes if any of the following conditions exist O an electrode is bent O anelectrode end has become extremely rounded O abnormal noise occurs during fusion splicing When the number of Arc Counter exceeds 1 000 the S175 automatically displays a message to prompt replacing the electrodes at power on Turn off the switch and replace the electrodes S175 asks if the electrodes are replaced after prompting the replacement Select Yes if replaced and No if not When Yes is selected the Arc Counter is reset to O and the message will not appear at power on When No is selected the prompting message will be Uisplayed again when power is turned on Always replace both electrodes even if only one electrode is damaged 4 Be sure to turn off the Power switch before starting maintenance Never touch the electrode while the Power is on 1 Loosen the screws of the Holding Plates and raise the plates The Electrode is raised together with the holding plate Ensure not to drop the Electrodes into the machine 2 Carefully pull and remove the Electrodes from the Holding Plates by grasping the Electrode Knob Make sure not to touch the tips
24. ethe panels of the fusion splicer Some parts generate high voltage Removingthe panels may cause electrical shock e f abnormal sounds or extra high temperatures are observed turn off the power disconnect the power cord and contact The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd or your local representative Continuing to operate under these conditions may cause fire or electrical shock e Do not use a damaged power cord where the inner cable is exposed or severed Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock Safety Information and Instructions power cord and contact The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd or your local representative Continuing to operate under these conditions may cause fire or electrical shock O f smoke or strange smells are observed turn off the power switch disconnect the power cord and contact The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd or your local representative Continuing to operate under these conditions may cause fire electrical shock or malfunction O Ifthe fusion splicer is dropped and damaged turn off the power switch disconnect the power cable and contact The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd or your local representative Continuingto operate may causefire or electrical shock Safety Informationand Instructions N CAUTION o Do not place the fusion splicer on an unstable or inclined surface There is a possibility that the fusion splicer will fall and cause injury Disconnectall cords when moving the
25. face 2 If necessary insert the holes of the work table onto the pins at the front side of the splicer then lower the work table to lock it 3 Make sure that the power switch of the S175 is turned off and connect the power cord properly to the power source 4 Setthe power switch to AC or DC in accordance with the power source connected and the FITEL logo is displayed 17 Getting Started 5 3 Installingthe splice programs Install the splice programs with the Install Program screen which appears after the FITEL logo Ec EOR rS 1 Press A or V to scroll to the Fusion ATE ao T Programs and press or tothe Heater Mr e perso Programs No Mode Cmat No Mode Cont Press B gt or Y to decide the selection SYSTEM RESET is displayed on the LCD monitor and the machine returns to the initial condition for starting operation 4 READY is displayed on the LCD Fusion Program Selegtian monitor with a beep when the reset KERRI eg se IL operation is complete Program Decision The S175 fusion splicer is shipped with the following factory set programs Those factory set programs are as followings program from the following three programs by analyzing the fiber E D E rw Fusion program or spicing LucentTrucwavetbers Fusion program for splicing standard Single mode fiber and standard Fusion program for splicing standard Single mode fiber and Lucent Truewave fiber Dispersion shiftedfibe
26. h any precaution or warning contained in the User s Manual is in direct violation of the standards of design manufacture and intended use of the instrument The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd assumes no liability for the customer s failure to comply with these safety requirements 1 2 Safety Messages A Refer to the User s Manualfor instructions on handling and operating the instrument safely The procedure can result in serious injury or loss of life if not carried out in proper compliance with all safety instructions Ensure that all conditions necessary for safe handling and operation are met before proceeding WARNING The procedure can result in serious damage to or destruction of the instrument if not carried out in compliance with all instructions for proper use Ensure that all conditions necessary for safe handling and operation are met before proceeding CAUTION e Please contact The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd or your local representativewith any questions relating to any subjects described within this manual e Inno case will The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd be liable to the buyer or to any third parties for any consequential or indirect damage which is caused by productfailure malfunction or any other problem Safety Information and Instructions 1 3 WARNINGS and CAUTIONS WARNING This is a Class A product of EN 55022 1994 In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in whic
27. h case the user may be required to take adequate measures The power cord supplied with this equipment must be connected to a power socket which provides a reliable protective earth Or ground it with the Ground terminal on the fusion splicer Use only the cords attached to the fusion splicer Connecting inappropriate cords or extending the cords may cause them to heat up abnormally and may cause fire This product contains a Lithium Cell The device is identified by a warning label Do not dispose of in fire Disposal of this device must be carried out by qualified personnel Never touch the electrodes when the fusion splicer is powered on Doing so may cause electrical shock Do not operate the fusion splicer without electrodes Do not disassemble the instrument except as described in the maintenance section of this manual The fusion splicer contains no user serviceable parts Warranty on this productwill be invalidatedif any of the potted nuts are disturbed e Avoid soaking the fusion splicer with water Doing so may cause fire electrical shock or malfunction Do not use inappropriate input voltage Doing so may cause fire electrical shock or malfunction Do not insert or drop any metal or any flammable material into the main body through any aperture Doingso may cause fire electrical shock or malfunction Avoid direct skin contactwith the heating portion This may cause burn or injury Donotremov
28. icing to be completed manually using the keypad Inspects the LCD for any dust and gives a result of the check Allows an individual motor to be selected and checks the operation of the home and overrun sensors Allows an auto or manual inspection of the fiber with regards to clad and core offset relative eccentricity gap fiber tilt and relative cleave angle Allows programs to be moved from one locationto another E g When editing a default program and storing it under another program heading Allows date and time of machine to be adjusted 40 Programming Guide 8 2 Modifying a Fiber Program 1 From Base Menu select lt Modify Program gt and press Y lt Modify Frogram gt 2 Select lt Fusion Program gt and press Y 3 If machine is in AUTO then the following s displayed informing the user that the current AUTO program cannot be edited 4 lf it is possible to edit the current program then the following screen is displayed The Parameters Table gives more details Scroll to the parameter by pressing A or V and modify with and keys By selecting lt Detail gt the number of parameters accessible becomes more extensive as canbe seen on the Parameter Table 5 By selecting EDIT COMMENT the name of the program can be edited to suit the user Select the EDIT COMMENT pressY and the first character can be edited with and keys Scroll to the character po
29. ing operation In the event of carrier responsibility The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd will allow for the repair or replacement of the 175 fusion splicer or component while a claim against the carrier is being processed 7 5 Return Shipments to The Furukawa Electric Co The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd will only accept returns for which an approved Return Material Authorization RMA has been issued by The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd customer service personnel This number must be obtained prior to shipping any material back to The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd The owner s name and address the model number and full serial number of the S175 fusion splicer the RMA number and an itemized statement of claimed defects must be included with the return material Never ship the S175 fusion splicer without or outside of its carrying case 4 fpossible return material in its original shipping container and packing material 1 Sealthe shipping container securely and clearly mark FRAGILE on its surface 2 Always provide the model and serial number of the S175 fusion splicer and if necessary the RMA number on any accompanying documentation 38 Programming Guide 8 1 Proarammina Functions and Menu The following table is a list of functions available to the operator for programming and maintenance For details on lt Arc Check gt and lt Select Program gt refer to Arc Check Getting Started Changing the Fusion Program O
30. left fiber AngR Cleave angle of the right fiber AngT Relative cleave angle between left and right fibers Error codes and additional arc if any The data with error is highlighted L Estimated loss exceeds the set value S Streak or bubble at the splice point or not spliced A Cleave angle exceeds the set value C Cleave end face has excessive defects Additional arc is applied 48 Programming Guide 8 4 2 Adding a Comment 1 Highlightthe Comment menu with A or V key and press Y 2 The screen changes as shown in the figure and the first character can be edited with and keys Scroll to the character positions with A and V keys EE 11 19 and continue to edit Press to end MSDS counter 00030 editing Lage ral AneR Angl Note 9 09 Y 0 72 0 22 8 4 3 Printingthe Data 1 Highlightthe Print menuwith A or Y key and press V 2 Select Graph or List and press Y EEES Selecting Graph prints the data as a histogram shown in the figure and the List as alist of numericaldata 3 Select All or Partial and press Y All HS AX p is for printing all the stored data and MINO 00 Partial for selected data When Partial ABR eye bol a i WA SOD 0 08 is selected set the data range for From Record and To Record with and keys 4 Press Y to print with the S902 printer or to outputto a PC personal computer
31. nal The attenuation splice isto splice fibers with a certain splice loss 1 Install the SM Fusion Program Refer to the Changing the Fusion Program Operating Instructions 2 Modify the parameter Attenuation in the Fusion Program for the required attenuation store the modified program at a new location of BACKUP RAM and install the program for the Fusion Program Refer to Modifying a Fiber Program Programming Guide The maximum value for the attenuation is 10 0dB 3 Load the fibers and perform the splice as normal The screen right is displayed while the fiber offset is set for the attenuation Ensure to perform an Arc Check before the splice to obtain more accurate attenuation This functionis not available on usual software program 31 Maintenance and Handling Instructions 7 Maintenance and Handling Instructions 7 1 Error Messages The following is a list of error messages that can be observed Refer to the following table for trouble shooting Error Error Description Cause of the error Messages SUT IRROR Cleaving error is found in Exceeding the inspection criteria for Prepare the fiber again and t leftfiber right fiber or with side of both left and right fibers cleave quality he failed Incorrect parameter Check and correct the iber setting for cleave quality parameters SPLICE See Splicing Defects Fusion Splicing DEFECTS EEDING The mo
32. nd Y keys 2 HUMIDITY TEMPERATURE and AIR ENVIANOS PRESSURE are displayed as follows menu 8 8 Manual Operation This menu allows the entire cycle of splicing to be completed manually using the keypad 1 Highlightthe lt Manual Operation gt function and press V 2 Highlight lt Yes gt for manual operation and 3 Use the keys indicated to manually operate the motors and performthe splice If the distance is left at zero then the keys can be used to operate the selected motor in a forward or reverse movement The arc can be discharged when the highlight is not at Move The first arc arc is discharged with Cleaning Arc parameters second with Fusion Arc parameters and with Additional Arc MM ay parameters thereafter Bi SUNS be Mar 4 Press to end the operation and return to the previous screen 56 Programming Guide 8 9 Dust Check The Dust Check operation is used to inspectthe fiber observation unit i e mirrors lens and camera for dust and damage This procedure should be performedwhenever the 175 fusion splicer is unable to set the fiber ends properly unable to alignthe fibers and when high splice loss is obtained 1 Ensure that there are no fibers in the fusion splicing area 2 Select the lt Other gt menu item from the Base Menu and scroll down to lt Dust Check gt 3 Press to initiate the Dust Check The dust check results are displayed as follows e Pass BLUE
33. ng e A cleaning arc is discharged to clean the fiber ends Thefibers are setwith agap of about 20 um betweenthe ends Middle speed fiber feeding e XandY screens are zoomed up e The fibers are inspectedfor axis offset and cleave condition When AUTO is selected for the Fusion Program the fiber type is analyzed and the AUTO changes to the analyzed fiber type in the screen The cores of the fibers are aligned on the X and Y view screens The electrodes discharge The splice is inspected 25 Operating Instructions e The splice loss is estimated and displayed on the LCD monitor Ifan abnormality was detected in the process the estimated loss is displayed with gt instead of to indicate the error occurrence in the cycle Example LOSS gt 0 04dB To discharge an additional arc press 7 splice inspection and loss estimation are repeated Ifthe fibers fail the inspections for cleave condition the fusion cycle is paused and an appropriate error message is displayed Open the windshield remove the fibers after READY is displayed and retry the splice by repeating the entire procedure starting from the fiber preparation process To ignore the error and continue the cycle press again 26 Operating Instructions 6 2 4 Splicing Defect Defects Possible Causes Action Wrong fiber type selected Selectthe correct Fusion Program and repeat fusion splicin Fault
34. ng the V grooves Dirton the V grooves or fiber clamp will offset the alignment of the fibers or cause stress points on the glass making the fiber weak 1 Prepare a piece of fiber and cleave it approximately 10Omm from the end 2 Holdthe fiber at a45 angle 3 Run the cleaved end back and forth along each groove to scrape off any debris 4 If the V grooves are extremely contaminated it may also be necessary to wipe the grooves witha cotton swab soaked with denatured alcohol 7 2 6 Cleaning the V groove Fiber Clamps 1 Two Fiber Clamps to press the fiber on the V groove are equipped in the windshield Open the windshield 2 Cleanthe top of fiber clamps with a cotton swab soakedwith denatured alcohol 37 Maintenance and Handlina Instructions 7 3 Storing and Shipping To maintain optimum operating reliability do not store the S175 fusion splicer in locations where the temperature falls below 40 C or rises above 60 C and avoid any environmental conditions that can result in internal condensation Ensure that these temperature and humidity requirements are also met whenever the S175 fusion splicer is shipped 7 4 Claims and Repackaging Immediately inform The Furukawa Electric Co Ltd or your local sales representative and if necessary the carrier if the contents of the shipment are incomplete or if the S175 fusion splicer or any of its components are damaged or defective or if the fusion splicer fails dur
35. o uayej au 9 AI e Ee o 0 O 9ize 0 su SUL pas md Z o swu Butods soyuogeanq ay 000 ooozt o000z post ost ose osz 000 osz zorze o sw uoyeing ay Joes Buiyono 15111 Sadi pue Bures ose usamjeg au EACAEALALAE opz ovz zozze 0 sw au esny o1g sasu Burueajo soy uoneunp oy ooz 007 L9LZ au uues sesodind Bulueajo 10 Jemog DY 0 BUONIPPY Or o gcz Brody paces uoesuaduo S 9QU y JO asyo sxe ay UO paseq Juano dIe ay si0aoo oz oz SSZ 19MO4 oly 35 0 UONSUN yooyo pie esmsyun ul peinseew Huds een Nort queun Ki SA o 02 sz JOMOd DY weiboig uoisny apino Buiwwwesbod Programming Guide 8 3 Modifying a Heater Program 1 From Base Menu select lt Modify Program gt SEE and press Y 2 Select lt Heater Program gt and press Y 3 The screen displays current Heater Program parameters Scroll to the parameter by pressing A or V and modify with and keys 4 By selecting EDIT COMMENT the name of the program can be edited to suit the user Select the EDIT COMMENT press Y and the first character can be edited with and keys Scrollto the character positions with A and Y keys and continue to edit Press to end editing 5 Press to go to the lt Store program gt Menu and follow the same procedure as for the Modifying a Fusion Program 45 Lv WWOP 10 WILUQY 1Isanba sasn uodn Hulpuedap uo peyo imseq 0 Juaula a JeaoH Or y
36. of Electrodes with some other things 3 Clean or discard the Electrodes as necessary 35 Maintenance and Handling Instructions NES Holding plate Rear side High voltage Electrode base Front side Low voltage When cleaning an electrode grasp the electrode at its center to prevent it from bending and polish the tip with a knife sharpening block grasp here 4 To load the electrodes into the splicer push the electrode knob flush with the holding plate to ensure correct spacing 5 Tighten the screws of the Holding Plates uniformly Do not overtightenthe screws 6 Lower the windshield and press ARC at leastfive 5 times to burn off any residue remaining on the electrodes 7 2 3 Cleaning the objective lens 1 Remove the Electrodes 2 Wipe the lens with a cotton swab soaked with denatured alcohol 3 Dirty or damaged mirrors may prevent the splicer from performing a splice or may produce incorrect splice loss information 36 Maintenance and Handling Instructions 7 2 4 Cleaning the Mirrors 1 Two mirrors for reflecting the LED light are equipped in the windshield Open the windshield 2 Wipe the mirror surface with a cotton swab soaked with denatured alcohol Long duration or many times arc discharging causes smoke on the mirror Never use acetone for cleaning the mirrors and the objective lens i halcohol CAUTION Do not soak the cotton swab with too much alcoho 7 2 5 Cleani
37. ogram x A eye ani 7 Delete option on the Program Management 06 TEST TEST PROGRAM screen and press Y ZA Using the A or V highlight your choice either Fusion Program or Heater 3 Program to be deleted and press Y Using the A or V highlightthe Program to be deleted and press Y Press Y again to confirm Delete 8 13 Adjust Date Time 3 Usethe or key to adjust Highlight the lt Adjust Date Time gt selection on the lt Other gt menu and press Y Using A or V scroll to the parameter requiring adjustment Press to return to the OTHER menu 64 For sales and service information contact THEFURUKA WA ELECTRIC Co LTD or your local representative lt A THE FURUKAWA ELECTRIC CO LTD Head Office 6 1 Marunouchi 2 chome Chiyoda ku Tokyo 100 8322 Japan Engineering Department FITEL Products Division Tel 81 3 3286 3443 Fax 81 3 3286 3708 Sales and Marketing Department Overseas Telecommunicatoins Division Tel 81 3 3286 3223 Fax 81 3 3286 3749
38. on to all programs 5 For fusion and heater programs highlight default program where contents of BACKUP RAM are to be located 6 Press Jto select choice 7 PressJto Set Step 3 Save CURRENT program in BACKUP RAM Use to returnto lt Program Store Default gt Menu screen e Usingthe A or V scroll to highlightthe direction indicator between CURRENT and BACKUP RAM e Press J e Usingthe A or V highlight the type of program to be stored Machine Fusion or Heater e Press J e Using the A or V highlightthe current program to be stored in BACKUP RAM e Press to select choice e Press lt to Set 62 Programming Guide 8 12 2 PROGRAM COPY To COPY one CURRENT program Fusion or Heater to another CURRENT location 1 Using the A or V highlight the Program Copy option on the Program Management screen and press lt 2 Using the A or V highlight your choice either Fusion Program or Heater program to be copied and press Y 3 Usingthe A or V highlight the program to be copied and press Y 4 Using the A or V highlight the location pr a for the new program and press Y a en g a D 5 Press again to confirm destination 6 Use the EDIT COMMENT function in the 4 i 7 OGRAN lt Modify Program gt menu to put a title on a ar e the new program and its location AM 63 Programming Guide 8 12 3 PROGRAM DELETE 3 4 Using the A or V highlight the Program 8 ay ion Pr
39. own JE cooing down Cooling down down Tostop the heating operation the HEAT LED is lit press Me The heating stops and the cooling starts immediately The cooling fan also stops by pressing again 28 Operating Instructions 6 Remove the fiber from the heater and inspect the splice protection sleeve for 6 2 7 heating results normal heating excessive heating insufficient heating Changing the Fusion Program Follow the operation below to change the Fusion Program when the fiber type is changed From the READY screen press Y to access to the Base menu screen 1 2 4 Press A or V to scrollto lt Select Program gt and press Y to access to the lt Select Program gt menu screen Press A or V to scroll to the lt Fusion Program gt and press Y Press A or V to scroll to select lt Auto Selection or lt Manual Selection gt and press Y The lt Auto Selection is to automatically install an appropriate fusion program from SM MM and DS by analyzing the fiber When the lt Auto Selection gt is selected the screen right appears Press x to return to the previous screen Repeat pressing to return to the READY screen In case the type of the fiber is not clear select the lt Auto Selection gt Fusion 29 lt Fusion Program Auto Se Spl ice NE Oe IRINE A accord o the f x ESCAPE Operating Instructions splicer selects suitable program
40. parameter Try smaller value when the motor hardly moves in cold environment 8 6 8 TENSION TEST The tension test after splicing can be canceled by this switch 1 Using A or V scroll to highlight lt TENSION TEST gt option Using or set Data Output to active or cancel Press Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Store Changes gt Press J now on 8 6 9 Estimation Loss The accuracy of splice loss estimation is selectable according to the application The default is high speed mode Newfunction for S175 version 2000 Accurate estimation mode Estimation Loss fine 19 seconds for a splice High speed mode Estimation Loss Coarse 17 seconds for a splice Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Estimation Loss gt option Using or set Data Output to Fine or Coarse Press Using A or V scrollto highlight lt Store Changes gt Press J OF oN oa 8 6 10 Arc Count Reset This menu is used to resetthe Arc Counter 1 Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Arc Count Rest gt option 2 Using A or V to set Yes and press Y to rest the Arc Counter 3 Press 54 Programming Guide 4 Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Store Changes gt 5 Press 55 Programming Guide 8 7 EnvironmentMonitor This menu isto display environmental conditions The machine inthe calculation of Arc Power uses the data syironmen Moni far 1 Select the lt Environmental Monitor gt Sth ie wai menuwith A V a
41. perating Instructions and Changing the heater Program Operating Instructions Press Y to enter to the Base menu from READY screen press A or V to scroll to the required menu item and press Y When the item has a sub menu press A or V to scroll to the required sub menu item and press Y again Press to end the operation in each item and returnto the previous menu Base Menu Item Sub Menu Item Perform an arc check to help optimize arc power See Arc Check Getting Started Select a fusion program and or a heater program either manually or automatically See Changing Fiber Program in Getting Started See Selecting a Fiber Program in Getting Started Switch to Fusion Heater Program selection Modify a fiber program for splicing Modify a heater program for protection sleeve Capability of displaying printing and clearing recorded splice data 39 Programming Guide Base Menu Item Sub Menu Item Functions Capability of displaying printing and clearing recorded arc checks Allows the operator to select the language of operation the arc counter the total arc counter the time beforethe LCD switches off for power saving and a Data Output function View environmental information i e Humidity Temperature and Air Pressure Allows the entire cycle of spl
42. r SMLF Fusion program for splicing standard Single mode fiber and Corning Leaf fiber Heaterprograms z 60MM NORM Heater program for 60mm length protection sleeve S921 40MM NORM Heater program for 40mm length protection sleeve S922 60MM EXTR Heater program for 6 0mm length protection sleeve for slower shrink 40MM EXTR Heater program for 40mm length protection sleeve for slower shrink 18 Getting Started 19 Getting Started 5 4 Selecting the Operating Language The 175 fusion splicer can be set to provide operating prompts in English French German Portuguese Spanish Japanese Chinese Italian Dutch and other languages The default operating language is English 1 2 The screen changes to the right to confirm Press to return to the previous screen and From the READY screen press Y to access to the Base Menu screen Press A or V to scroll to lt Other gt and press to display the lt Other gt menu screen Press A or V to scroll to lt Configuration gt and press Y The lt Configuration gt screen is displayed Press A or V to scroll to the Language Press or to select the language and press the change Press A or V to scroll to the items and press Y Quit without changes returns to the lt Other gt screen without M changing the language and Store Changes k changes language returnto the READY screen SCROLL MY gt
43. rogramming Guide 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 Select All or Partial In Hyperterminal menu Select Transferthen Capture Text Hypertextwill ask you name Name TEST for example And remember location that TEST will be stored in Default would be C program files Accessory Hypertext Now hyper terminal is ready for receiving data Select PC out from Printer PC OUT in the S175 menu When you press enter 175 will send data to Hyper terminal and you will see data in the window Select Stop in Capture text in Transfer menu when transfer is finished Open Excel and choose Open File within Excel Goto folder inwhich TEST is stored and Select File Type all inthe box below You must see TEST in file window Open it Text Import Wizard will open Select Delimit wizard 1 3 Tab and Comma wizard 2 3 Column Data General wizard 3 3 Here you can edit data using Excel END 8 4 4 Clearing the data 1 2 3 Highlightthe Clear menu with A or Y key and press lt Select All or Partial and press Y All is for clearing all the stored data and Partial for selected data When Partial is selected set the data range for From Record and To Record with and keys Press Y to initiate clearing 51 Programming Guide 8 5 Arc Check History Details of the previous 100 Arc checks can be RENT viewed and printed in exactly the s
44. rukawa Electric Co or your local sales representative if any sensor fails Auto Inspection lt Motor Limit fegt gt All the motors are automatically tested one by Motor Direction HM LSW OV L amp W one and the result is displayed as shown inthe screen right side L OS EER When a sensor fails to detect the position NG fg STOP I TOP TOP TOP 4 AN is displayed as shown inthe screen right side lt rd ESCAPE x lt 8 11 Fiber Dimension Allows an auto or manual inspection of the fiber with regards to clad and core offset relative eccentricity gap fiber tilt and relative cleave angle 1 Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Fiber Dimension gt and press Y 2 Select Auto Inspection or Manual Inspection inspection Auto Inspection automatically loads the fiber and inspects Manual Inspection allows the user to loadthe fiber and perform the inspection manually AUTO INSPECTION 1 Loadfibers into machine 58 Programming Guide 2 Highlight lt Auto Inspection gt and press Y e Machine loads fiber into display and sets gap e Fiber is aligned e Informationis displayed as follows DESCRIPTION _ CLAD OFF Amount of CLAD OFFSET between the two fibers CORE OFF Amount of CORE OFFSET between the two fibers REL ECCENT _ Pifferencein ECCENTRICITY between the two fibers GAP SETTING GAP distance between the two fibers FIBER
45. s e Protective eye glasses Electrodecleaning block Denaturedalcohol e Lint free tissues or swabs e Container for disposal of scrap fiber 13 External Description KA a 4 1 Operating Keys and Status LEDs Function Initiates pauses and resumes the fusion splicing cycle Initiates and stops the heating operation Confirms a selection Escapes an operation and returns to the previous menu Scroll up Scroll down Changes the parameter value Initiates an arc for fusion splicing and an additional arc Changes the parameter value Indicates power condition See below Power condition with Power condition with DC input ____ AC input Inappropriatevoltage Inappropriatevoltage ___ lt 1OV or 17 5V lt lt 85V or 265V lt Lower voltage 10 11V External Description 4 2 Side Panel 4 2 1 Right side panel Description POWER Three position power switch Power On from DC source right Power Off middle and AIOPRIDS Power On from AC source left FUSE 10A 250V Fuse for DC power source 250VAC 10A FUSE T5AH 250V Fuse for AC power source 250VAC TS5AH A a DC power source input 4 F ground terminal 100 120 200 240VAC AC power source input 1 0 5A 50 60Hz 4 2 2 Left side panel SERIAL PORT RS 232C interface for data communication VIDEO PIN connector for video output 15
46. s The REMOVE FIBER display changes to LOAD FIBER after 5 seconds Meanwhile the S175 fusion splicer automatically resets the motors for next splice Remove the spliced fiber pulling slightly so that the fiber is taut Handle the spliced fiber carefully Do not twist the fiber 27 Operating Instructions AN Do not attempt to load fibers while the S175 fusion splicer is s resetting Load the fibers only after the reset operation is complete and the READY screen or LOAD FIBERS screen is displayed CAUTION 6 2 6 Reinforcingthe Fusion Splice 1 Slide the splice protection sleeve over the splice 2 Placethe spliced fiber inthe heater left side first toforce the left heater clamp to lower 3 Ensurethat the splice protection sleeve rests inthe middle section of the heater and that the stainless steel rod in the sleeve faces down fiber splice protection sleeve l fiber stainless steel rod l heater stainless steel rod 4 Keeping the fiber taut with the right hand lower the spliced fiber to force the right heater clamp to lower 5 Close heater cover 6 Press M to activate the heater The heating process is displayed in the LCD monitor at the Heater Program display as below When the heating and cooling operations are completed a beep sound is heard Windshield AD fads o 2 windsh igid A Press bkas to initiate wi initiate reas Prey do iniliate Y ns AI Heating time count d
47. s to record the total arc discharges and can notbe resetor set by the user This counter gives an indication of the machines history whereas the A rc Counter is used as a trip counter 8 6 4 Sleep Time LCD The S175 fusion splicer automaticallyturns off the LCD display when the machine is not operated for the time set by this parameter 1 Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Sleep Time LCD gt option 2 Using or set sleep time to desired figure in minutes Zero if LCD to remain on while machine switched on 3 Press Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Store Changes gt Press J 8 6 5 Data Output When the Data Output is set ON the inspected data are displayed on the LCD screen for bothfusion splicing and arc check 1 Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Data Output gt option 2 Using or set Data Output to ON or OFF 3 Press 4 Using A or V scroll to highlight lt Store Changes gt 5 PressY 8 6 6 Low Temp Motor Rate 53 Programming Guide The speed of motors are decreased by the rate of Low Temp Motor Rate in order to gain more torque when the environment temperature is lower than Low Temperature parameter Try smaller value when the motor hardly moves in cold environment 8 6 7 Low Temperature The speed of motors are decreased by the rate of Low Temp Motor Rate in order to gain more torque when the environment temperature is lower than Low Temperature
48. sitions with A and V keys and continue to edit Press to end editing 41 Programming Guide 6 When editing is finished press to gotothe USIMULIWE mes lt Store Program gt Menu FA i Store Chang 7 By selecting Quit without changes and pressing Y the parameters do not change and returnto the previous screen SCROLL de Wome SELECT e amp y Jyry mos 8 To store the changes select Store INMINENTE e Changes and press Y The screen changes to the location menu for the store Storing the program at CURRENT stores the change on the current fusion program and the change disappears when the power is turned off Storing at BACKUP RAM enables to store the modified program at a location from 32 fusion program locations except No 1 to 3 where DEFAULT Programs are stored It can be reinstalled for splice at the next power on 9 Select CURRENT and press Y to store the changes on the current program for a temporary use The screen returns to the sub menu for lt Modify Program gt 10 Select BACKUP RAM and press to store the modified program for a repeated use The screen changes to select the destination program number Select the number and press Y The screen prompts to press Y again to set the number Press Y again andthe screen returns to the sub menu for lt Modify Program gt 42 eb Bulueaw ON wit seqy apis puey ypu jo sn Be plan no des ZES
49. tension cord that does not have this feature When connected to an appropriate AC power source the power cord grounds the instrument chassis To avoidthe risk of injury or death ALWAYS observethe following precautions before initializing the S175 fusion splicer e Do not connect both AC and DC power sources at the same time Connect one source or the other If using a voltage reducing auto transformer to power the 175 fusion splicer ensure that the common terminal connects to the earthed pole of the power source Use only the type of power cord supplied with the 175 fusion WARNING splicer Connectthe power cord only to a power outlet equippedwith a protective earth contact Never connect to an extension cord that is not equippedwith this feature Willfully interruptingthe protective earth connection is prohibited 1 7 Toxic Hazards Under normal conditions of use storage and handling the S175 fusion splicer presents no toxic hazards However under the following conditions certain precautions are necessary 1 7 1 Incineration Some of the electronic components included in the assembly are constructed with resins and other chemicals that produce toxic fumes during incineration Safetv Information and Instructions 1 7 2 Acidic or caustic compounds Some of the electronic components included in the assembly particularly electrolytic capacitors contain acidic or caustic compounds In the event that a damaged
50. tor does not stop Defect inthe motor Contact service center RROR after the time limited drivingsystem from the start with name of the failed Fiber is not loaded or not Load the fiber at the inthe proper position proper position Inappropriate fiber Check and correct the program motor OVER RUN The motor detectedthe program is selected Prepare the fiber again with name overrun limit when and retry of the failed motor running forward Bad cleaving quality Defect in the image Contact service center processingsystem Defect inthe motor Contact service center driving system V groove is dirty Clean the V groove 4EAT TIME The temperature does not reach the set value within the time limit from heating start up Check and correct the parameters Incorrect parameter is set for heating Contact service center Defect in the heating system 32 Maintenance and Handling Instructions Error Error Description Cause of the error Messages COOLTIME The temperature does Incorrect parameter is Check and correct the OUT not decrease to the set set for cooling parameters value within the time limit from cooling start pests the heating Contact service center OVER The temperature Defect in the heating Contact service center TEMP exceeds the set value system while heating VISUAL The image process Fiber is dirty Retry the splice from ERROR c
51. y cleave Repeat fiber preparation and fusion splicing Bubbling Dirty fiber end Repeat fiber preparation and fusion splicing Not spliced or Degradationof electrodes Wrong Fusion selected Program Faulty cleave Excessive arc current Replace the electrodes Selectthe correct Fusion Program and repeat fusion splicing Repeat fiber preparation and fusion splicing Perform an arc check and adjust arc power Neck down Insufficientfiber feed Degradation of electrodes Wrong Fusion selected Program Adjust the fiber feed amount Replace the electrodes Selectthe correct Fusion Program and repeat fusion splicing Thickening Excessivefiber feed Degradationof electrodes Adjust the fiber feed amount Replace electrodes Streak 6 2 5 Excessive arc current Wrong Fusion selected Program Degradation of electrodes Weak arc Removingthe Spliced Raise both heater clamps before removing the fiber Perform an arc check and adjust arc Selectthe correct Fusion Program and repeatfusion splicing Replace the electrodes Perform an arc check and adjust arc power or apply an additional arc 2 Raise the windshield A tension test 200 g is performedon the fibers TENSION TEST is displayed on the screen during the test 3 Wait until the tension test is completed and REMOVE FIBER is displayed before removing the spliced fiber
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