Furukawa electric S124 User manual

FTS-B557-01
S124 FUSION SPLICER
USER MANUAL
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1. Safty information and instructions _________________________________4
1.1 Safety Information ________________________________________________ 4
1.2 Safety Messages___________________________________________________ 4
1.3 WARNINGS and CAUTIONS _______________________________________ 5
1.4 Power Requirements______________________________________________ 11
1.5 Toxic Hazards____________________________________________________ 12
1.5.1 Incineration______________________________________________________ 12
1.5.2 Acidic or caustic compounds_______________________________________ 12
1.5.3 Physical damage _________________________________________________ 12
2. Getting Started _________________________________________________13
2.1 Unpacking and Initial Inspection __________________________________ 13
3. Operating Specifications and Components _________________________14
3.1 Specifications ____________________________________________________ 14
3.2 Components _____________________________________________________ 16
3.2.1 Standard Components_____________________________________________ 16
3.2.2 Optional Components _____________________________________________ 16
3.3 Optional Accessories ______________________________________________ 18
3.4 Recommended Consumables _______________________________________ 18
4. External Description_____________________________________________19
4.1 Main Body_______________________________________________________ 19
4.2 Operation Keys and Status LED ___________________________________ 20
4.2.1 Operation Keys___________________________________________________ 20
4.2.2 LED Indicators ___________________________________________________ 20
4.2.3 Buzzer __________________________________________________________ 21
4.3 Heater __________________________________________________________ 22
4.4 Screens _________________________________________________________ 23
4.4.1 Ready Screen ____________________________________________________ 23
4.4.2 Screen during Splice ______________________________________________ 23
4.4.3 Status Icons _____________________________________________________ 24
5. Basic Operation _________________________________________________25
5.1 Preparations for Power Supply_____________________________________ 25
5.1.1 Connecting the power cable to the AC the adapter _____________________ 25
5.1.2 Charging the Battery ______________________________________________ 25
5.1.3 Turning the Splicer ON and OFF_____________________________________ 26
5.2 Load programs ___________________________________________________ 28
5.2.1 Fusion Program __________________________________________________ 28
5.2.2 Heater Program __________________________________________________ 30
5.2.3 Selecting the Operating Language___________________________________ 31

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6. Fusion Splicing__________________________________________________33
6.1 Arc Check _______________________________________________________ 33
6.2 Preparing the Fiber_______________________________________________ 36
6.2.1 Loading the Fiber_________________________________________________ 37
6.2.2 Using the Fiber Reformer __________________________________________ 40
6.3 Fusion Splicing __________________________________________________ 41
6.3.1 Splicing Defects __________________________________________________ 44
6.3.2 Removing the Spliced Fiber ________________________________________ 45
6.3.3 Reinforcing the Fusion Splice ______________________________________ 45
6.4 Menu ___________________________________________________________ 48
6.5 Programming Function ___________________________________________ 51
6.6 Program Edit ____________________________________________________ 52
6.6.1 Edit_____________________________________________________________ 53
6.6.2 Advanced Setting_________________________________________________ 53
6.6.3 Copy & Paste ____________________________________________________ 54
6.6.4 Delete __________________________________________________________ 54
6.6.5 Default__________________________________________________________ 55
6.6.6 Import __________________________________________________________ 55
6.6.7 Export __________________________________________________________ 56
6.6.8 Compare ________________________________________________________ 56
6.6.9 Parameter Table __________________________________________________ 57
6.7 Tool Menu _______________________________________________________ 62
6.7.1 Self Check_______________________________________________________ 62
6.7.2 Fiber Measurement _______________________________________________ 63
6.7.3 Manual Splice ____________________________________________________ 64
6.7.4 Screen Capture___________________________________________________ 65
6.7.5 Shrink Sleeve Adjustment__________________________________________ 65
6.8 Data Management Menu __________________________________________ 67
6.8.1 Splice History ____________________________________________________ 67
6.8.2 Arc Check History ________________________________________________ 69
6.8.3 Captured Image __________________________________________________ 70
6.8.4 Failure Data History _______________________________________________ 71
6.9 Information Menu ________________________________________________ 73
6.9.1 Machine Information ______________________________________________ 73
6.9.2 Environment Information __________________________________________ 73
6.9.3 Counter Information_______________________________________________ 74
6.10 Maintenance Menu _______________________________________________ 75
6.10.1 Quick Guide _____________________________________________________ 75
6.10.2 Update__________________________________________________________ 76
6.10.3 Contact Address__________________________________________________ 76
6.10.4 Initialize_________________________________________________________ 76
6.10.5 Regulatory ______________________________________________________ 77
6.11 Settings Menu ___________________________________________________ 78
6.11.1 Parameters ______________________________________________________ 78
6.11.2 Language _______________________________________________________ 81

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6.11.3 Auto Start _______________________________________________________ 81
6.11.4 Data output ______________________________________________________ 81
6.11.5 Stepping Action __________________________________________________ 82
6.11.6 Common arc power _______________________________________________ 82
6.11.7 Clamp up down __________________________________________________ 82
6.11.8 Clamp buffer_____________________________________________________ 82
6.11.9 Auto Compensation_______________________________________________ 82
6.11.10 Tension test _____________________________________________________ 83
6.11.11 Display _________________________________________________________ 83
6.11.12 Sound __________________________________________________________ 85
6.11.13 Work light _______________________________________________________ 85
6.11.14 Sensor__________________________________________________________ 86
6.11.15 Date and Time____________________________________________________ 86
6.11.16 Arc Alarm _______________________________________________________ 86
6.11.17 Security_________________________________________________________ 87
6.11.18 Wi-Fi Setup ______________________________________________________ 87
6.11.19 Eco Charge ______________________________________________________ 88
7. Error Messages and Maintenance _________________________________89
7.1 Error Messages __________________________________________________ 89
7.2 Maintenance_____________________________________________________ 92
7.2.1 Arc Check _______________________________________________________ 92
7.2.2 Electrode Maintenance ____________________________________________ 92
7.2.3 Cleaning the objective lens_________________________________________ 94
7.2.4 Cleaning the V-grooves____________________________________________ 95
7.2.5 Cleaning the Fiber Clamps _________________________________________ 95
7.2.6 Cleaning the Tight-holder and Fiber Holder ___________________________ 96
7.2.7 Exchange V-groove _______________________________________________ 96
7.3 Removing the Battery_____________________________________________ 99
7.3.1 Installing the Battery ______________________________________________ 99
7.4 Backup Battery _________________________________________________ 100
7.5 Storing and Shipping ____________________________________________ 100
7.6 Claims and Repackaging _________________________________________ 100
7.7 Return Shipments to Furukawa Electric Co., LTD. __________________ 101
8. Optional Components ___________________________________________102
8.1 Battery Charger :S980 ___________________________________________ 102
8.2 Spare Battery: S947 _____________________________________________ 102
8.3 Cleaning Brush: VGC-01 _________________________________________ 102
8.4 Fiber reformer: FRF-01 __________________________________________ 103
9. Recycling and Disposal__________________________________________105

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1. Safty information and instructions
This manual contains the complete operating and maintenance
instructions for the S124 Fusion Splicer. Please review the manual carefully
before operation.
1.1 Safety Information
The following safety instructions must be observed during the operation,
service or repair of the S124 fusion splicer. Failure to comply with any of
the instructions or warning contained in the User’s Manual is a direct
violation of the design, manufacture and intended standard use of the
instrument. Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. assumes no liability for the
customer’s failure to comply with these safety requirements.
1.2 Safety Messages
The following messages may appear in the User’s Manual. Please observe
all safety instructions that are associated with these messages.
Refer to the User’s Manual for instructions on handling
and operating the instrument safely.
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
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.