Furukawa electric S178 User manual

FTS-B347
S178 FUSION SPLICER
User’s Manual
•Please read entire manual prior to usage.
•This manual must be kept with the S178 Fusion Splicer.
Issue 13

Contents
1. Safety Information and Instructions............................................................................................................ 1-7
1.1. Safety Information ................................................................................................... 1-7
1.2. Safety Messages..................................................................................................... 1-7
1.3. WARNINGS and CAUTIONS .................................................................................. 1-3
1.4. Power Requirements............................................................................................. 1-11
1.5. Toxic Hazards........................................................................................................ 1-13
1.5.1. Incineration ........................................................................................................ 1-13
1.5.2. Acidic or caustic compounds ............................................................................. 1-13
1.5.3. Physical damage ............................................................................................... 1-13
2. General Information ................................................................................................................................... 2-1
3. Operating Specifications and Components ................................................................................................ 3-1
3.1. Specifications .......................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2. Components............................................................................................................ 3-4
3.2.1. Fiber Holder Type and Cleave Length ................................................................. 3-4
3.2.2. Standard Components ......................................................................................... 3-5
3.2.3. Optional Components.......................................................................................... 3-6
3.3. Optional Accessories............................................................................................... 3-8
3.4. Recommended Consumable................................................................................... 3-8
4. External Description ................................................................................................................................... 4-1

4.1. Main Body ............................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2. Operating Keys and Status LED.............................................................................. 4-3
4.2.1. Operating Keys.................................................................................................... 4-3
4.2.2. LED Indicators ..................................................................................................... 4-4
4.2.3. Buzzer ................................................................................................................. 4-5
4.3. Screens................................................................................................................... 4-6
4.3.1. Ready Screen...................................................................................................... 4-6
4.3.2. Screen during Splice............................................................................................ 4-7
4.3.3. Status Icons ......................................................................................................... 4-8
4.3.4. Menu Screen ..................................................................................................... 4-10
5. Getting Started ........................................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1. Unpacking and Initial Inspection.............................................................................. 5-1
5.2. Setup....................................................................................................................... 5-3
5.2.1. Installing Battery .................................................................................................. 5-3
5.2.2. Charging the Battery............................................................................................ 5-6
5.3. Installing programs................................................................................................ 5-10
5.3.1. Fusion Program ................................................................................................. 5-10
5.3.2. Selecting the Operating Language .................................................................... 5-16
5.4. Arc check .............................................................................................................. 5-17
6. Operating Instructions ................................................................................................................................ 6-1
6.1. Ready Screen ......................................................................................................... 6-1
6.2. Fusion Splicing ........................................................................................................ 6-2

6.2.1. Preparing the Fiber .............................................................................................. 6-2
6.2.2. Loading the Fiber................................................................................................. 6-4
6.2.3. Fusion Splicing .................................................................................................... 6-5
6.2.4. Splicing Defects ................................................................................................... 6-8
6.2.5. Removing the Spliced Fiber............................................................................... 6-10
6.2.6. Reinforcing the Fusion Splice ............................................................................ 6-11
6.2.7. Performing an Attenuation Splice....................................................................... 6-15
7. Maintenance and Handling Instructions ..................................................................................................... 7-1
7.1. Error Messages....................................................................................................... 7-1
7.2. Maintenance............................................................................................................ 7-7
7.2.1. Arc Check ............................................................................................................ 7-7
7.2.2. Electrode Maintenance........................................................................................ 7-7
7.2.3. Cleaning the objective lens................................................................................ 7-10
7.2.4. Cleaning the V-grooves ..................................................................................... 7-10
7.2.5. Cleaning the Fiber Clamps ................................................................................ 7-11
7.2.6. Cleaning the Tight-holder and Fiber-holder ....................................................... 7-11
7.3. Backup battery ...................................................................................................... 7-12
7.4. Storing and Shipping ............................................................................................. 7-12
7.5. Claims and Repackaging ...................................................................................... 7-13
7.6. Return Shipments to Furukawa Electric Co............................................................ 7-13
8. Programming Guide ................................................................................................................................... 8-1
8.1. Programming Functions and Menu ......................................................................... 8-1

8.2. Program Edit ........................................................................................................... 8-7
8.2.1. Modify.................................................................................................................. 8-8
8.2.2. Default................................................................................................................. 8-9
8.2.3. Copy .................................................................................................................. 8-10
8.2.4. Delete ................................................................................................................ 8-10
8.2.5. Edit Comment.................................................................................................... 8-11
8.2.6. Parameter Table ................................................................................................ 8-13
8.3. History................................................................................................................... 8-21
8.3.1. Splice Data ........................................................................................................ 8-21
8.3.2. Arc Check History.............................................................................................. 8-26
8.3.3. Image Capture................................................................................................... 8-28
8.4. Tool ....................................................................................................................... 8-31
8.4.1. Machine Check.................................................................................................. 8-32
8.4.2. Fiber Measuring................................................................................................. 8-33
8.4.3. Environment ...................................................................................................... 8-36
8.4.4. Manual Splicing ................................................................................................. 8-36
8.4.5. Image Capture................................................................................................... 8-39
8.5. Setting................................................................................................................... 8-40
8.5.1. Parameter.......................................................................................................... 8-43
8.5.2. Counter.............................................................................................................. 8-45
8.5.3. Data................................................................................................................... 8-46
8.5.4. Clock.................................................................................................................. 8-48

8.5.5. About Machine................................................................................................... 8-48
8.6. Shortcut................................................................................................................. 8-49
8.7. Maintenance.......................................................................................................... 8-50
9. Option ........................................................................................................................................................ 9-1
9.1. Cooling Tray󳊛CTX-01.............................................................................................. 9-1
9.2. Working Belt󳊛WBT-01 ............................................................................................. 9-2
9.3. Cleaning Brush󳊛VGC-01......................................................................................... 9-3
9.4. Hard carrying case󳊛HCC-01 ................................................................................... 9-4
10. Recycling and Disposal........................................................................................................................ 10-1

1. Safety Information and Instructions
This manual contains complete operating and maintenance instructions for THE S178 FUSION
SPLICER. Please review this manual carefully before operating.
1.1. Safety Information
The following safety instructions must be observed whenever the S178 fusion splicer is operated,
serviced or repaired. Failure to comply with any of these instructions or with 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. 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 the message.

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!
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.
Please contact Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. or your local representative with any questions
relating to any subjects described within this manual.
In no case will Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. be liable to the buyer, or to any third parties, for any
consequential or indirect damage which is caused by product failure, malfunction, or any other
problem.

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1.3. WARNINGS and CAUTIONS
!WARNING
This is a Class A product of EN 55022(1998). In a domestic environment this product
may cause radio interference in which 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.

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!WARNING
Never touch the electrodes when the fusion splicer is powered on. Doing so may
cause electrical shock. Warning symbol is placed on the windshield to notify it.
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 product will be invalidated if any of the potted nuts are disturbed.
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. Doing so may cause fire, electrical shock or malfunction.
Avoid direct skin contact with the heating portion. This may cause burn or injury.
Warning symbol is placed on a lid of the protection sleeve heater to notify it.

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!WARNING
Do not remove the panels of the fusion splicer. Some parts generate high voltage.
Removing the panels may cause electrical shock.
If abnormal sounds or extra high temperatures are observed, turn off the power,
disconnect the power cord, remove the batteries, and contact Furukawa Electric Co.,
Ltd. or your local representative. Continuing to operate under these conditions may
cause fire or electrical shock.
Do not use a damaged power cord where the inner cable is exposed or severed.
Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock.
If water is spilled into the fusion splicer, turn off the power switch, disconnect the
power cord, remove the batteries, and contact Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. or your
local representative. Continuing to operate under these conditions may cause fire or
electrical shock.

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!WARNING
If smoke or strange smells are observed, turn off the power switch, disconnect the
power cord, remove the batteries, and contact Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. or your
local representative. Continuing to operate under these conditions may cause fire,
electrical shock or malfunction.
If the fusion splicer is dropped and damaged, turn off the power switch, disconnect
the power cable, remove the batteries, and contact Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. or
your local representative. Continuing to operate may cause fire or electrical shock.
Do not look into a fiber with naked eye during operation. Wearing a protection glass
is recommended.
STOP using the fusion splicer when problems are experienced with the protection sleeve
heater. Turn off the power immediately, disconnect the power cord, remove the batteries,
and contact service center.

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!WARNING
The S178 passed the following test conditions:
Drop resistance – 76cm drop from 5 different angles *. Water resistance – IPX2
rating drip proof (exposed to 3mm/min drip for 10 min with 15° tilt) *. Dust resistance –
IP5X rating dust proof (exposed to dust particles with a diameter of 0.1 to 25µm for 8
hours) *
*Above tests were performed at Furukawa Electric Co,. Ltd laboratories and do not guarantee that the machine
will not be damaged when subjected to these conditions.

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The S943B Battery is made of Li-ion battery cells. Refer to following safety instructions on
handling and operating the Battery safely.
!WARNING
Do not dispose the Battery in fire, or leave the Battery near a high-temperature object.
Doing so may cause fire or explosion.
Do not short-circuit the recharging connector or the output terminal for splicer. Doing so
may cause fire by generation of heat.
Charge the S943B Battery by the S958C Battery Charger. If charging by other
equipment that is not suitable for charging S943B, it may cause fire.
Avoid soaking the Battery with water. Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock.
Do not disassemble the Battery. Avoid damage by dropping or heavy shock. Doing so
may cause fire or electrical shock. If inner cells rupture and electrolytic solution leaks
outside, it may cause inflammation to your skin or eyes.
Disposal of used Battery must be carried out according to disposal established by Law.
For instructions, contact Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. or your local representative.

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!CAUTION
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.
Disconnect all cords when moving the fusion splicer. Failure to do so may damage
the cords which may cause fire or electrical shock.
Do not place the cords around any heating instrument. Doing so may damage the
cords which cause fire or electrical shock.
Do not connect or disconnect cords with wet hands. Doing so may cause fire or
electrical shock.
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.
Do not 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.

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Doing so may cause fire or electrical shock.
Ensure that the cords are disconnected and the batteries are removed from
machine’s main body when storing the fusion splicer.
Never use aerosol dust cleaners or alcohol-based solvents to clean the electrodes.
Non oil-based solvents should be used to clean the optical lenses.
Store the fusion splicer in a cool dry place.

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1.4. Power Requirements
The S178 fusion splicer can operate from any single-phase AC power source that supplies
between 100-240 V at a frequency of 50-60 Hz with the S976A_AC adapter. It also has the
S943B internal battery for battery operation and the battery is charged in the S958C by the AC
power source through the S976A_ AC adapter or S977A_AC_adapter.

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!
WARNING
To avoid the risk of injury or death, ALWAYS observe the
following precautions before initializing the S178 fusion
splicer.
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 S178 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
S178 fusion splicer.
Connect the power cord to a power outlet equipped
with a protective earth contact only (never connect to
an extension cord that is not equipped with this
feature).
Willfully interrupting the protective earth connection is
prohibited.