Fujikura 70S+ User manual

1st
Fusion Splicer
Instruction manual
Please read this instruction manual carefully
before operating the equipment.
Adhere to all safety instructions and
warnings contained in this manual.
Keep this manual in a safe place.
There is a change without a previous notice.
We are not responsible for the products which are not
purchased from our authorized distributors.

Do not remove the protector from the splicer, without first consulting an
authorized distributor for instruction. Tightening the original screw without the
protector present may damage mechanism inside.
Splicer stability decreases when the protector is detached.
Please consent beforehand.
The software equipped in splicer and its related documents are
protected by copyright laws and international treaty provisions as well as
other intellectual property laws.
Copying some or all of instruction manual without notice is forbidden
without explicit permission from our company. It cannot use on the
Copyright Act except that it uses as an individual.
---Caution for Air Transport---
This product contains Lithium Ion Battery.
Before shipping this product, inform the transport company that this product
contains the lithium Ion battery, and follow their instructions.

Wireless communication function/Certification
The 70S+ uses wireless communication.
The when shipping from the factory, wireless communication is
set to OFF.
・The wireless communication function shall be used based on the
Radio Law/Telecommunication Business Act. These regulations
are depended on the countries and the region.
・Confirm certification of the 70S+ is in accordance with local
regulations before turning the wireless communication function
ON. You may be prosecuted for uncertified use.
・The latest status of the electromagnetic compliance certification is
described in the product page on web site. Refer to “Wireless
communication” section.
If you have any questions, contact an authorized distributor.

Table of Contents
Safety Information........................................................... 1
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology....................................................................... 6
General information ........................................................ 8
Introduction ...................................................................................................... 8
New function of 70S+....................................................................................... 9
Description of Product................................................... 11
Components of Splicer................................................................................... 11
Other Necessary Items for Splicing Operation ............................................... 13
Description and Function of Splicer................................................................ 14
Operation of Sheet Key.................................................................................. 16
Basic Operation ............................................................ 17
Splicing work preparation............................................................................... 17
Power Supply................................................................................................. 19
AC Operation ................................................................................................. 20
DC operation with external battery ................................................................. 21
Battery Operation........................................................................................... 22
Turning Splicer ON/OFF................................................................................. 25
Splicer Settings Check ................................................................................... 27
Change of the Operation Mode ...................................................................... 28
Change of the Splice Mode ............................................................................ 29
Change of the Heater Mode ........................................................................... 31
Preparation of fiber......................................................................................... 34
Arc Calibration ............................................................................................... 39
Splicing procedure ......................................................................................... 41
Storing splicing results ................................................................................... 45
How to input Mode Title/Comment/Password................................................. 45
Fiber Proof Test.............................................................................................. 46
Heating protection sleeve............................................................................... 46
Wind-protector motion and sheath clamp motion ........................................... 48
Maintenance of Splicing Quality ................................... 50
Cleaning and Checking before Splicing.......................................................... 50
Periodical Checking and Cleaning.................................................................. 52
Cautions were displayed ................................................................................ 53

Table of Contents
Splice Menu .................................................................. 55
Composition of Splice Menu........................................................................... 55
Splice Mode ................................................................................................... 56
Select Splice Mode ........................................................................................ 57
Splice Settings ............................................................................................... 69
Memory.......................................................................................................... 71
Camera Image ............................................................................................... 73
Splice Memory Comment ............................................................................... 74
Heater Menu ................................................................. 75
Composition of Heater Menu.......................................................................... 75
Select Heater Mode ....................................................................................... 76
Tube-heating for Splice-on-connector ............................................................ 80
Tube-heating for Drop Cable.......................................................................... 80
Maintenance ................................................................. 81
Maintenance Menu information ...................................................................... 81
Replace Electrodes ........................................................................................ 82
Stabilize Electrodes........................................................................................ 83
Clear Arc Count.............................................................................................. 83
Clear Cleaver Counter ................................................................................... 84
Battery Discharge........................................................................................... 84
Motor Drive .................................................................................................... 85
Diagnostic Test............................................................................................... 86
Dust Check .................................................................................................... 87
Arc Calibration ............................................................................................... 87
Motor Calibration............................................................................................ 89
Maintenance Info............................................................................................ 90
Machine Settings............................................................................................ 91
Supervisor Menu............................................................................................ 93
Menu Lock Settings........................................................................................ 95
Wireless communication ............................................... 98
Bluetooth Menu.............................................................................................. 98
How to check the status of Wireless connection............................................. 98
How to connect with the stripper .................................................................. 100
Built-in Instruction Manual........................................... 102
Guide/Promotion .......................................................................................... 102

Table of Contents
Error Message List...................................................... 104
Questions and Troubleshooting ...................................111
Power Supply................................................................................................111
Splicing Operation........................................................................................ 112
Tube-heating Operation ............................................................................... 113
Supervising .................................................................................................. 114
Other Functions ........................................................................................... 115
Guarantee and Contact Address ................................ 116
Warrantee .................................................................................................... 116
Contact Address........................................................................................... 117

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Safety Information
The splicer has been designed for splicing Silica-based optical fibers for telecommunications.
Do not attempt to use this machine for other applications.
Fujikura Ltd. gives much consideration and regard to personal injury. Misuse of the machine
may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Read and understand all safety
instructions.
Ask our service centers for repair as
soon as possible.
Read this instruction manual carefully
before operating this machine.
Store this instruction manual in a safe
place.
Follow all safety instructions
Stop using it when it malfunctions
Instruction Manual
The
following alert symbols are used in this
instruction manual and machine to indicate
warnings and caution for safe use.
Understand the meanings of these
symbols.
WARNING!
There is a possibility of death or serious
injury resulting from improper use by
ignoring this indication.
CAUTION!
There is a possibility of personal injury or
physical loss resulting from improper use
by ignoring this indication.
Symbol means “Pay attention”
Pay attention to hot surface!
Symbol means “Must not do”
You must not disassemble!
Symbol means “Must do”
You must disconnect a plug!

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Safety Information
WARNINGS!
Disconnect the AC power cord from the AC adapter inlet or the wall socket (outlet)
immediately if user observes the following or if the splicer receives the following faults:
• Fumes, bad smell, noise, or over-heat occurs.
• Liquid or foreign matter falls into cabinet.
• Splicer is damaged or dropped.
If this occurs, ask our service center for repair. Leaving the splicer in a damaged state
may cause equipment failure, electric shock or fire and may result in personal injury,
death or fire.
AC adapter which be used for a splicer is only an adapter for exclusive use.
Using an improper AC power source may cause fuming, electric shock or equipment
damage and may result in personal injury, death or fire.
Use the supplied AC power cord. Do not place heavy objects on the AC power cord.
Use of an improper cord or a damaged cord may cause fuming, electric shock or
equipment damage and may result in personal injury, death or fire.
Do not disassemble or modify the splicer, AC adapter or battery. In particular, do not
remove or bypass any electrical or mechanical device (e.g. a fuse or safety switch)
incorporated into the design and manufacturing of this equipment. Modification could
cause damage that may result in personal injury, death, electric shock or fire.
Never operate the splicer in an environment where flammable liquids or vapors exist.
Risk of dangerous fire or explosion could result from the splicer’s electrical arc in such
an environment.
Do not use compressed gas or canned air to clean the splicer. They may contain
flammable materials that could ignite during the electrical discharge.
Do not touch the electrodes when the splicer is on and power is supplied to the unit.
The electrodes generate high voltage and high temperatures that may cause a severe
shock or burn.
Note Arc discharge stops when wind-protector is opened. Turn the splicer off and
disconnect the AC power cord before replacing electrodes.
Safety glasses should always be worn
during fiber preparation and splicing operation.
Fiber fragments can be extremely dangerous if it comes into contact with the eye, skin,
or is ingested.

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Safety Information
WARNINGS!
Use only proper power source.
• Proper AC power source is AC100-240V, 50-60Hz. Check the AC power source
before use. Proper DC power source is DC10-12V. Improper AC or DC power
source may cause fuming, electric shock or equipment damage and may result in
personal injury, death or fire.
• AC generators commonly produce abnormally high AC output voltage or irregular
frequencies. Measure the output AC voltage with a circuit tester before connecting
the AC power cord. Such abnormally high voltage or frequency from a generator
may cause fuming, electric shock or equipment damage and may result in personal
injury, death or fire. Make sure the generator is regularly checked and serviced.
• An AC adapter Protection Circuit is included in the AC adapter. If the “High AC
Input” lamp of the AC adapter is lit or the protection circuit in the AC adapter is
tripped, this indicates that the incoming voltage is dangerously high and may cause
injury or damage to the equipment, as mentioned above. When using an AC
generator with AC output voltage of AC220-240V especially, Fujikura Ltd.
recommends the following measures to correct the condition.
1. Connect a step-down transformer between the generator and the AC adapter
in order to lower the AC voltage from AC220-240V to AC100-120V.
2. Or, use an AC generator with AC output voltage of AC100V.
3. Or, use an AC generator that has an inverter circuit to stabilize the output.
Do not modify, abuse, heat or excessively pull on the supplied AC cord. The use of a
damaged cord may cause fuming, electric shock or equipment damage and may result
in personal injury, death or fire.
The splicer uses a three-prong (core) AC cord that contains an earthed ground safety
mechanism. The splicer MUST be Grounded. Use only the supplied three-prong
(core) AC power cord. NEVER use a two-prong (core) power cord, extension cable or
plug.
Connect AC power cord properly to the splicer (inlet) and wall socket (outlet). When
inserting the AC plug, make sure there is no dust or dirt on the terminals. Engage by
pressing the female plug into the splicer (inlet) and the male plug into the wall socket
(outlet) until both plugs are fully seated. Incomplete engagement may cause fuming,
electric shock or equipment damage and may result in personal injury, death or fire.
Do not short-circuit the terminals of AC adapter and optional battery. Excessive
electrical current may cause personal injury due to fumes, electric shock and
equipment damage.

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Safety Information
WARNINGS!
Do not touch the splicer, AC power cord and AC plugs with wet hands. This may result
in electric shock.
Do not operate splicer near hot objects, in hot temperature environments, in dusty /
humid atmospheres or when water-condensation is present on the splicer. This may
result in electric shock, splicer malfunction or poor splicing performance.
When using optional battery, follow the instructions below.
Failure to follow these may result in explosion or personal injury.
• Do not charge battery with other methods than instructed.
• Do not discard battery into an incinerator or fire.
• Do not charge or discharge battery near a flame or under direct sunlight.
• Do not excessively shake or jar the battery.
• If battery leaks of liquid residue, be careful handling the battery so the liquid does
not get in skin or eye contact. If it reaches contact, immediately wash skin or eyes
thoroughly and see the doctor. Dispose of the battery and call the service center
for replacement.
• Do not stack battery on top of AC adapter while charging.
• If charge did not complete in five hours or the "CHARGE" LED does not turn ON,
immediately stop charging and call the service center for repair.
When transporting the carrying case using the shoulder belt, check the belt and hooks
for damage before use. Carrying the case with a damaged shoulder belt may cause
the belt to break or come off and result in personal injury or equipment damage.
CAUTIONS!
Do not store splicer in any area where temperature and humidity are extremely high.
Possible equipment failure may result.
Do not touch protection sleeve or tube-heater during heating or immediately after
completion of heating. Their surfaces are very hot and touching these may result in
skin burn.
Do not place the splicer in an unstable or unbalanced position. The splicer may shift
or lose balance, causing the unit to fall. Possible personal injury or equipment
damage may result.
The splicer is precision adjusted and aligned. Do not allow the unit to receive a strong
shock or impact. Possible equipment failure may result. Use supplied carrying case
for transportation and storage. The carrying case protects the splicer from damage,
moisture, vibration and shock during storage and transportation.

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Safety Information
CAUTIONS!
Follow the below listed instructions for handling electrodes.
• Use only specified electrodes.
• Set the new electrodes in the correct position.
• Replace the electrodes as a pair.
Failure to follow the above instructions may cause abnormal arc discharge. It can
result in equipment damage or degradation in splicing performance.
Do not use any chemical other than pure alcohol (99% or greater) to clean the
objective lens, V-groove, LCD monitor, etc., of the splicer. Otherwise blurring,
discoloration, damage or deterioration may result.
The splicer requires no lubrication. Oil or grease may degrade the splicing
performance and damage the splicer.
The equipment must be repaired or adjusted by a qualified technician or engineer.
Incorrect repair may cause fire or electric shock. Should any problems arise, please
contact the authorized distributor.
RECYCLING and DISPOSAL
In European Union
In accordance with the European Parliament Directive 2002/96/EC, electrical parts
and materials that can be re-used and/or recycled have been identified in order that
the use of new resources and the amount of waste going for landfill can be
minimised.
In the European Union, do not discard this product as unsorted municipal waste.
Contact your local authorities.
In other countries
[Recycling]
To recycle this product, disassemble it first, sort each part separately by material
components and follow your local recycling regulations.
[Disposal]
This product can be disposed of same as the standard electric poroducts. Follow your
local disposal regulations.

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Safety Information
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
・ The 70S+ uses Bluetooth technology for wireless
communication.
・ The wireless communication is done at a frequency of 2400MHz
frequency band, and employs the DSSS modulation scheme. The
estimated interference distance is 10m or less.
・ The wireless data communications can be intercepted by Third parties.
CAUTION!
The 70S+ is compliant with the rules on the technical standard conformance of
specified wireless equipment based on the Radio Law/ Telecommunications Business
Act., as shown by the technical compliance mark depicted on the name plate. Do not
remove the screws and alter the inside of the70S+, as this voids the conformity
certification. Use of uncertified equipment violates the law.
Do not use the 70S+ near a microwave oven or in environments where magnetism,
electrostatic charge, or radio interference is generated. Also note the presence of
other devices using the same 2.4GHz band may lower processing speeds.
Wearers of the electronic medical equipment such as implanted pacemakers or
defibrillators must carry and use the 70S+ at least 22cm away from the implanted
device. The signal from the 70S+ may interfere with operation of medical
equipment.
When using the 70S+ near a medical facility or in the hospital, turn the wireless
communication function of the 70S+ off. The signal from the 70S+ may interfere with
operation of the medical equipment.
Turn the wireless communication function off near fire alarms, automatic doors and
other automatic contorol equipment. Failure to do so may cause the equipment to
fail or malfunction.
When shipping the 70S+ by air, detach the battery from the main body. The signal
from the 70S+ may interfere with operation of the aircraft. Consult the specific airline
for aircraft shipping instructions..
2.4 DS1

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Safety Information
CAUTION!
When using the wireless communication function of the 70S+ in foreign countries,
The wireless communication function shall be used in accordance with local
electromagnetic emissions/susceptibility regulations.
Confirm certification of the 70S+ is in accordance with local regulations before
turning the wireless communication function ON. If you use it in the countries
without the certification, you may be prosecuted.
The status of the electromagnetic compliance certificate is described in the
product web site. Please refer to it before using the wireless communication
function.
70S+ product web site:
https://www.fusionsplicer.fujikura.com/
・ If you have any questions, contact an authorized Fujikura distributor listed
in the following web site:
https://www.fusionsplicer.fujikura.com/service/index.html
Typical wireless certifications are:
USA (Part 15 of the FCC Rules)
FCC ID ： QOQBGM111
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions. (1)This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CANADA (RSS-247 of the Industry Canada Rules)
IC ： 5123A-BGM111
European Union (RE directive 2014/53/EU)
Safety ： EN 61010-1
EMC ： EN 301 489-1 v3.1.1
Spectrum ： EN 300 328 v2.1.1
JAPAN (Article38-24 paragraph 1)
Certification number: R209-J00192

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General information
Introduction
This fusion splicer 70S+ is a fusion splicer which can connect a single optical fiber.
Moreover, a new function was added and made the 70S+ splicer much improved in versatility.
In order to master 70S+, please read this instruction manual.
Splice mode
The 70S+ has both standard and automatic splice modes. The automatic modes consists of
[SM AUTO], [MM AUTO], [NZ AUTO], [DS AUTO] mode. When using AUTO mode, the
automatic arc calibration function is enabled.
The special modes consist of [SM-SM] for SMF (ITU-T G652), [NZ-NZ] for NZDSF (ITU-T
G655), [DS-DS] for DSF (ITU-T G653) and [MM-MM] for MMF (ITU-T G651). Special
modes requires executing [Arc Calibration] before splicing.
Automatic arc calibration function
This function calibrates the arc power at every splice. When the automatic arc calibration
function is enabled, performing the [Arc calibration] function before a splice operation is not
necessary. The automatic arc calibration function works in AUTO modes only. It doesn’t
work in the standard splice modes. When using those modes, performing [Arc calibration]
before splicing is strongly recommended.

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General information
New function of 70S+
Automatic wind-protector
The wind-protector operation during splicing can be selected by choosing the mode which
wind-protector opens and closes.
New Heating system
When a protection sleeve is loaded, the heater lid will close automatically and the shrink
process will start automatically.
Corresponds to connector splice
The connection of a field assembly optical connector by heating of a protection sleeve can be
performed by a 70S+.
Moreover, versatility is improved by portability.
Corresponds to Short length splice
In addition to the standard splice, splice of 5-mm interference also recently became possible.
Cleaver Counter
The status of the optical fiber cleaver currently used for splice preparation is monitored and
displayed. Maintenance actions such as changing of the blade position and cleave quantity,
are displayed by the splicer. Preventive maintenance can minimize down time by eliminating
large cleave angle and cleave shape NG errors due to blade wear.
A specialized tool is needed in order to perform 5-mm prepared.

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General information
Use of the work tray
In the carrying case, there is a work tray and two inner boxes. The work tray enables
immediate use of the 70S+. The inner boxes are used for storing tools, and, the carrying case
can be used as a work table.
Upgrade of software
The software of 70S+ is upgradable from on the Internet. Please install Data Connection in
attached CD.
Wireless communication function
The 70S+ wirelessly communicates with the RS02/03 ribbon stripper. After the wireless
communication between 70S+ and RS02/03, 70S+ automatically adjusts the settings of the
connected RS02/03 in accordance with the splice mode. To facilitate field work, the operator
can change the settings of the RS02/03 with the 70S+ at any time.
Inner box

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Description of Product
Components of Splicer
Standard Equipment
The standard equipment of the splicer is the following. Check the equipment items
mentioned of list.
Standard Package List.
Fusion Splicer
[70S+]
Spare Electrodes
[ELCT2-20A]
Carrying Case [CC-30]
AC adapter
[ADC-18]
Instruction Manual
[M-70+]
AC cord [ACC-**]
Alcohol Pot
[AP-01]
Warning and Caution
[W-70-E]
Quick Reference Guide
[Q-19/70S+(E)]
USB Cable
[USB-01]
Sleeve Loader
[SL-01]
Screw Driver
[SD-01]

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Description of Products
Other Parts
Using J-plate (JP-06 & JP-06TH)
Attach the J-plate onto the splicer by installing from upside.
Option List.
DC Power Cord
[DCC-12]
DC Power Cord
[DCC-13]
J-plate
[JP-06-TH]
J-plate
[JP-06]
Battery Pack
[BTR-09]
Battery Charge Cord
[DCC-18]
Carrying Case
[CC-24]

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Description of Products
Other Necessary Items for Splicing Operation
Tools
Fiber coating
diameter
UV Coating
0.25mm
Ny Coating
0.9mm
Fiber
protection
sleeves
Standard sleeve
60mm length [FP-03]
40mm length [FP-03 (L = 40)]
Micro sleeve
15mm length [FPS01-400-15]
Micro sleeve
20mm length [FPS01-900-20]
Fiber
stripping
tools
Primary coat stripper [PS-02] Jacket stripper [JS-01]
Fiber Holder
(Option)
Fiber Holder [FH-60-250] Fiber Holder [FH-60-900]
Fiber
cleaving
tools
Fiber Cleaver [CT-30]
Fiber
cleaning
tools
Alcohol Pot [AP-01]
with alcohol (purity > 99%)
Lint-free tissue or gauze

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Description of Products
Description and Function of Splicer
structure
Tube heater
Wind-Protector
Sheet Key
LCD monitor
Tube heater
Wind-protector
USB port
External terminal
Power unit dock
Protector