Pen-type optical fiber connector cleaner

NEOCLEAN-F series User’s Manual
1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing the "NEOCLEAN-F" optical connector cleaner. This
product is a pen-type optical fiber connector cleaner that cleans the ferrule end faceof the optical connector. Please read this instruction manual carefully to ensure
proper use.
2. Safety Instructions
・This product should only be used for cleaning opticalconnectors. Otherwise, it may not function properly.
・Because of its slender shape, accidental eye contact may
cause blindness or other serious eye injury. Please handle thisproduct carefully.
・Be careful not to get injured by hitting your hand against thesurrounding equipment during operation when using thisCaution product in a small area.
・Do not touch the cleaning thread. Otherwise, cleaning
performance may be impaired.
・Pay special attention so that excessive force is not applied tothe tip where the cleaning thread passes. Otherwise, it may be
deformed or damaged.
・Do not use this product forcibly in a confined space so that itis difficult to operate. Otherwise, this product or cleaning target
may be damaged.
・ Do not use for lens type optical receptacles such astransceivers and optical measurement equipment. Otherwise,the optical lens may be damaged.
Prohibited ・Do not disassemble, repair by yourselves or modify the mainunit. It can affect performance.
・ Do not attach anything other than this product to theattachment string/strap. Otherwise, the string may break,resulting in damage or injury.
※"NEOCLEAN" is a registered trademark of NTT Advanced Technology Corporation.

3. Part Names and Features
3-1. Part Names
Body
GuideAttachment

Label

Thread remaining
confirmation windowmachine"▲KEY (APC)" markAdjustment rubber
Attachment string and strap(This is explained using NEOCLEAN-F12.)3-2. Features and Specifications
Despite its light weight and compact size, it can clean over 1000 connector end
face with one unit. The cleaning ability is enhanced by using a special thread forcleaning optical connectors. Antistatic materials are used for plastic parts. It is alsoeasy to use, with its excellent shape for portability and the attachment of a simple
strap.
Specifications
Product nameModel No.
Compatible connector
Guide color
Size
WeightUsagesNEOCLEAN-F12NEOCLEAN-F25
ATC-NF-12
ATC-NF-25
LC, MUSC, FC, ST, E2000
BlueRed163(L) x 22(H) x 15(W) mm
without attachment
Approx. 20 g
More than 1000 times(In case of LC/PC for F12 and SC/PC for F25)

4. How To Use
4-1. Checking the remaining thread
Check the remaining amount of thread from theconfirmation window on the side of the body before use.
When the thread is little, the yellow stop tape will bevisible. At that time stop using the cleaner and prepare
another cleaner. If used up to the limit, the adhesive onthe stop tape may adhere to the connector.

Thread remaining
confirmation window

stop tape4-2. How to clean the optical connector inside the device (in the adapter)①Remove the attachment and insert the guide straight into the adapter.
②Lightly push the cleaner in until the body stops. Cleaning is completed with a"click" sound.
Adapter
Push lightly
Straight insertion
Guide

4-3. How to clean the single optical connector (plug)①Remove the cap of the attachment, and insert the cleaner straight into the ferruleof the connector (plug) so that the ferrule enters the tip hole.
②Lightly push cleaner in until the body stops. Cleaning is completed with a "click"sound.

Straight insertion
Connector (plug)

CapPush lightly※ When cleaning the APC connector (Angled polished connector)①Align the "▲Key (APC)" mark on the label with the key on the connector/adapter.
②After that, clean in the same way as described in 4-2 and 4-3 above.
AdapterKey

Face the mark to the key"▲KEY (APC)" markConnector

4-4. How to hold the attachment
When cleaning the optical connector inside the device (in the adapter), hold theattachment which is took off so that it will not get entangled with the device or
optical cable. The attachment can be held in the following two ways.
①It can be held in the attachment holder at the rear end of the body. With the notchon the attachment facing toward the label, push the opposite side of the top of thecap into the holder.
②When using the attachment string as a wrist strap, put it on your wrist it.
Attachment holder
Attachment

Notch4-5. How to adjust ring size of the attachment string and strap
One of the two strings through the strap's adjustment rubber can be moved. Adjust
the size properly so that the circle through which the hands are passed.
Move either string
Attachment string

Adjustment rubber

5. Storage and disposal of products
Store away from direct sunlight, high temperatures and high humidity.
When disposing of the product, follow the regulations in your area.

・ Why do I need to clean and inspect the end face now?
White paper of the effects of contamination on the end face of the optical connector
and countermeasures is available.
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