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Z1C
Guide to operation
This product has been designed and manufactured to assure personal
safety. Improper use can result in fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
Please read and observe all warnings instructions given in this operation
manual.
Use your splicer only for its intended purpose.
The meaning of these symbols
In the product and this operation manual, symbols are used to highlight warnings and cautions for
you to read so that accidents can be prevented. The meanings of these symbols are as follows:
Symbol used in the product
This symbol, where it appears on the unit, indicates that hazardous voltage
is present inside of the splicer.
Be sure to read all the following warnings and cautions before use.
[Warning]
<Setting up, transportation and using splicer>
1. This fusion splicer performs an arc discharge. Do not use the splicer in a hazardous
location in which inflammable gas can generate or only electrical apparatus for
explosive gas atmosphere can be used.
2. Never use spray cleaners such as Freon or Flammable gas on the splicer.
Decomposition of arc by heat will cause toxic gas, or abnormal arc may result in
damage or fire.
3. Do not use and store the splicer out of the locations defined in a brochure and this
manual. Doing so can cause splicer malfunction or deterioration, resulting in fire or
electric shock.
4. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or malfunction, do not allow the splicer to be
exposed to rain and get liquid such as water or a metallic object inside the splicer.
Doing so can cause fire, electric shock or malfunction by shorting out internal
components.
5. Never use the battery pack, AC adapter and battery charger, and power cables for
the machines other than the specified splicer. Doing so can cause these items to
damage, resulting in fire or heat generation.
6. Do not make mechanical or electrical modifications to the splicer since this may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
7. Do not touch the electrodes during and after arc discharge. Doing so can cause
personal injury or electric shock.
8. The heating plate of the heat shrink oven may be hot during heating. Do not touch
the protection sleeve directly after heating. Doing so can cause burn. A protection
sleeve may also be hot after heating. Handle with care.
9. Do not operate the splicer in the rain. Doing so can cause AC adapter or battery pack
to be short-circuited.
10. Do not expose the splicer to extremely high temperature and high humidity or to
direct sunlight for prolonged periods.
11. Do not continuously use the heat shrink oven for long hours, keeping it high
temperature. Doing so can cause heat shrink oven to malfunction.
The following case is the exception for repairing and replacing the product free of
charge:
The Heating duration is set to a long time (e.g. 180 sec.) and the Finish temperature
is set to a high temperature (e.g. 200 C). The heat shrink oven is used for long hours
by continuing to press the Heat key shortly after the heat cycle is completed.
12. Only use alcohol to clean the splicer. To prevent malfunction and damage, do not use
any other kind of chemicals.
13. Never use spray cleaners such as Freon or flammable gas on the splicer. Heat by arc
can cause chemical reactions to occur to gas component, which will deteriorate a
microscope lens, resulting in a loss of splicing capability.
14. Parts that compose the heat shrink ovens might become high temperatures. When
those parts are damaged, do not use it and contact our service center.
15. Because it is likely to injure by shards of glass when the monitor is damaged, do not
use it and contact our service center.
16. When parts that compose this product and the accessory (battery pack, AC adapter,
and power cord, etc.) are damaged, do not use it and contact our service center.
17. If this product gets wet with dew or the like, do not turn it on.
18. Do not use this product near the electronic equipment that handles a highly accurate
control and the faint signal such as the heart pacer. The influence of the
miss-operation of electronic equipment might be given.
19. Alcohol is prohibited on air transportation. Empty alcohol dispenser before
transportation.
20. Avoid places with too much dust or dirt. Dirt or dust that can accumulate in the fusion
splicer causes short circuit and insufficient cooling, which may lead to splicer
malfunction or deterioration, resulting in fire or electric shock.
21. Only use the battery pack, AC adapter, battery charger and power supply cord for
the splicer as defined in this manual. Failure to do so can cause these items or the
fusion splicer to damage, resulting in fire or electric shock.
22. Only use a voltage within the indicated power voltage. Failure to do so can cause fire
or electric shock.
23. Check for condensation before operation. If this product gets wet with dew or the
like, leave it in a room temperature for about one day before turning it on. If water or
other liquid, a metallic object or other foreign substance gets inside the splicer,
immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug. Contact our qualified
service personnel.
24. In a high location, take safety measures to prevent fall of operators. Dropping the
splicer could result in personal injury. Fix the splicer to a worktable or a tripod with the
screw on the bottom of the splicer.
25. If an abnormal condition such as unusual noise, smoke or unusual odor occurs,
immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug. Next, contact our
qualified service personnel.
26. Be sure to turn off the splicer and unplug the power cord or remove the battery pack
before replacing the electrodes.
27. Only use Sumitomo genuine electrodes (ER-10). And use the splicer with electrodes
installed in it. Failure to do so can cause the splicer to damage, resulting in fire,
electric shock or malfunction.
28. If the heat shrink oven keeps running for a prolonged time, the surrounding parts
may become hot. Pay attention to the heat particularly in a high temperature
environment and use protective gloves as needed.
29. The supplied alcohol dispenser is not an airtight container. Pour alcohol into an
airtight container before transportation, so it does not spill out.
1. This product is a precision instrument. When transporting the splicer, use its specified
carrying case to protect the splicer from excessive shock or impact.
2. Do not use and store the splicer out of the locations defined in a brochure and this
manual. Failure to do so can cause splicer malfunction or deterioration, resulting in
fire or electric shock.
3. Do not store any items other than the product, package contents and optional
accessories in the carrying case. Overloading the case can cause damage to the
body of the carrying case, case handle, strap and latch.
4. Do not throw or fall the carrying case. Doing so can cause damage to the body of the
carrying case, case handle, strap and latch.
5. Do not use a carrying case where there is a visible sign of damage and screw
looseness.
6. Do not store the hand strap in the windshield. It causes damage to the machine.
7. Do not carry the machine grabbing the hood or the monitor.
8. Do not brandish the machine with the hand strap, and brandish neither AC adapter
nor the power cord. There are fear of machine damage and the injury.
9. Do not use the machine with the lid of the battery Pack slot opened.
10. When shipping this product, inform the transport company that this product contains
the lithium-Ion battery. Follow the direction of the transport company.
11. Before carrying the case, make sure that there is no visible sign of damage and
screw looseness on the handle and latch. If the case with damage and screw
looseness is carried, it could drop down, causing personal injury or splicer
malfunction.
12. Before picking up the case, ensure that the latch is completely locked. Carrying the
case with the latch unlocked can cause the case to fall open and result in personal
injury or splicer malfunction due to heavy impact.
13. Be careful that your fingers not to be caught in the hinge part and the lid when you
open and shut the case.
14. Be careful that your neck not to be choked or damaged by the neck strap when you
use the carrying case as a working tray.
15. Be careful that the splicer and the other accessories not to drop from the working
tray when you use the carrying case as a working tray. Connect one end of the hand
strap of the splicer to the hole of the carrying case.
16. Do not modify the handle, strap or strap attachment points. Only use the carrying
strap supplied by us.
17. Avoid places with too much dust or dirt. Dirt or dust that can accumulate in the fusion
splicer causes short circuit and insufficient cooling, which may lead to splicer
malfunction or deterioration, resulting in fire or electric shock.
18. If you are not going to use the splicer, remove the battery pack from the splicer.
Failure to do so will shorten a battery life.
19. Unplug the fusion splicer or remove the battery pack before attempting any
maintenance or if not using the splicer for a prolonged period. Failure to do so can
cause fire.
20. The monitor, the hood, and the heater clamping, etc. do the opening and shutting
operation. Be careful of your fingers not to be caught.
<Battery handling and charging>
1. Make sure the polarities are correctly connected. Do not attempt to connect the
battery pack or other equipment when you cannot do. Reversed connections can
cause abnormal chemical reaction in battery fluid, heat generation, bursting and fire.
2. Do not carry or store the battery pack together with any personal jewelry, hairpins or
other Metallic objects. Doing so can cause an electrical short circuit. Also excessive
current flow can cause abnormal chemical reaction in battery fluid, heat generation,
bursting and fire.
3. Do not use a dry cell battery and the batteries differing in capacity, type, and
manufacturer. Doing so can cause heat generation, bursting and fire.
4. The battery's optimum charging temperature range is 0 to 40C. Under high
temperature conditions such as in direct sunlight or near a fire, safety and protective
devices to prevent danger which are built in the battery pack will be activated,
resulting in failure of charging. Or if these devices are damaged, excessive current
flow can cause loss of control during charging or discharging of the battery pack, heat
generation, bursting and fire. Avoid charging the battery pack at extremely low
temperature (below 0C). Failure to do so may lead to deterioration in performance
and battery leakage.
5. Always turn off the power to the splicer after use. Failure to do so can cause the
battery to be over discharged and deteriorated in performance.
6. In the event the fluid inside the battery leaks, take extremely care not to expose it to
your eyes and skin. If it does, immediately wash them thoroughly with clean water
enough from the tap and consult a doctor urgently.
7. Unplug the fusion splicer or remove the battery pack before attempting any
maintenance or if not using the splicer for a prolonged period. Failure to do so can
cause fire.
8. Pay attention not to drop the battery pack when installing and removing it. Dropping
the battery pack can cause personal injury.
WARNING:
This product is sold for the use in a limited sales area and the sale, resale, transfer, lease
or otherwise of this product to the other regions is prohibited. Refer to the information
which appears on the splicer screen.
YOU NEED TO AGREE ABOUT A SOFTWARE LICENCE AND REGION LIMITATION
BEFORE USE.
This product and/or the use of this product are/is covered by one or more of the
following Patents of Sumitomo Electric Industries, LTD.:
ATTENTION : The software installed in the Z1C SPLICER (this software) is the property of
SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. The usage of this software is granted by a license.
CAREFULLY READ AND THIS LICENSE BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
The copyright and all other rights to this software, its documentation and the writings concerning this
software (the writings), which contain CD-ROM, operation manual, guiding document, data tables,
command lists, writing information (photos, images, drawing, text) on appended other printed
materials, shall remain with SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. By commencing the use of
this software, you acknowledge that you have read the following license and indicate that you agree to
its terms. In case of disagreement, contact SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. or our product
supplier.
LICENSE AGREEMENT
This license is the entire agreement between SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. and you.
1. LICENSE
The following restricted rights are granted. YOU MAY :
a) use on a splicer in which this software is installed.
b) create or distribute a construction manual based on the writings on condition that you clarify
their source.
c) create an execution report of construction based on displayed information, and the writings.
d) create a document (manual or execution report) concerning the maintenance of the splicer in
which this software is installed or control its splice-quality upon displayed information and the
writings.
e) make one copy of the writings for archival or backup purpose.
2. RESTRICTIONS
The following act is forbidden on this license, except our prior written consent. YOU MAY NOT :
1) sell, distribute, rent, lease, transfer, or disclose the whole or part of the writings to the public or
unidentified parties and transfer, disclose or display the electrical format of the writings through
online media.
2) make copy of the writings except as permitted in this license.
3) reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble this software and analyze, modify or merge the
program.
3. CONTRACTING PARTIES
If you rent, lease, transfer, or resell the splicer, in which this software is installed, to a corporation or
other entity, then this agreement is formed by and between SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES,
LTD. and such entity. You shall be liable for such entity to agree to the same all conditions of this
license.
4. TERM AND TERMINATION
This agreement shall continue in effect until terminated. You may terminate the agreement at
anytime by stopping the use of the splicer in which this software is installed. If you fail to comply
with any of the provision of this license, your license will be automatically terminated. Upon
termination, you shall transfer the writings to the owner of splicer (In the case that you transfer the
splicer to other corporation or entity) or return them to us, otherwise erase or destroy them by
appropriate means. You shall forever hold in confidence all trade secrets brought by this license.
Further you agree not to disclose to any third party.
5. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
SUMITOMO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIES, LTD. and our supplier shall not be liable for consequential,
incidental or accidental damages in connection with this software or this agreement and whether
this software shall meet your special requirements, special efforts or special method beyond the
range described in the operation manual concerning this software.
6. GENERAL
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illegal, or unenforceable, such provision shall be severed from the agreement and the other
provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
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1. General 1-1
Product overview 1-1
Optical fiber requirement 1-1
Features overview 1-1
Standard package 1-2
Optional accessories 1-3
Consumables 1-4
Structure 1-5
Fusion splicer 1-5
Keypad 1-6
V-grooves, electrodes, other components 1-7
Heat shrink oven 1-8
Input/output panel 1-8
Caution label 1-9
2. Splice / Protection 2-1
Preparing power supply 2-2
AC operation 2-2
Battery operation 2-3
Battery level check 2-4
Battery charging 2-5
DC operation (car battery) 2-6
Precautions for battery pack 2-6
Operating procedures 2-7
Turning on the Z1C 2-7
Initial screen 2-8
Stripping the fiber coating / Cleaning the bare fiber 2-9
Cleaving the fiber 2-10
Inserting fibers into the splicer 2-12
Arc test 2-13
Arc test procedure 2-13
Fiber preparation 2-15
Starting the automatic splice 2-16
Splice protection 2-20
Drop cable splicing 2-22
Applicable cable 2-22
Required items 2-22
Preparation 2-22
Removing cable sheath 2-23
Fiber preparation procedures 1 (AP-FC6SA is available) 2-24
Fiber preparation procedures 2 (AP-FC6SA is not available) 2-26
Inserting the fiber into the splicer 2-27
Splice protection for drop cable 2-28
3. Daily cleaning and checking up 3-1
Cleaning 3-1
Names of components 3-1
Cleaning V-grooves 3-2
Cleaning LEDs 3-2
Cleaning bare fiber pads 3-3
Cleaning lens protection glass 3-3
Cleaning heat shrink oven 3-4
Replacing electrodes 3-5
Electrode replacement procedures 3-6
Packing and storage instructions 3-8
4. Functions 4-1
Splice and heater program settings 4-1
Function settings 4-10
Maintenance settings 4-13
Splice data storage function 4-14
Software download via internet 4-15
Login function 4-15
Help function 4-16
5. Other convenient functions 5-1
Back monitor type 5-1
Universal clamp 5-2
Fiber holder operation 5-3
Auto start 5-4
Tripod fixing screws 5-4
Hand strap 5-5
6. Troubleshooting 6-1
Arc problems 6-1
Fiber breaking 6-1
Splicer does not power up 6-1
Warranty and repair service 6-2
Error message list 6-3
Z1C Specifications 6-4
Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. reserves the right to change the specification or design
without notice and may therefore not coincide with the contents of this manual. E&OE
1. General
Thank you very much for purchasing the Z1C Fusion Splicer (hereinafter called the
Z1C).
The Z1C automatically pre-inspects and aligns a pair of optical single fibers with
equipped microscopes, and then fuses them together with heat from an electric arc to
form a low-loss splice. A protection sleeve is applied over the bare glass and cured in
the built-in heat shrink oven.
Before using the Z1C, read all instructions completely.
Product overview
Optical fiber requirement
The Z1C can splice the following optical fiber types.
Material Silica glass
Profile types SMF (ITU-T G.652, G.657)
MMF (ITU-T G.651)
DSF (ITU-T G.653)
NZDSF (ITU-T G.655, G.656)
Fiber diameter 80 - 150m *1
Fiber coating diameter 100 - 1,000m
Fiber count Single fiber
Cleave length *2 5 - 16mm *3
*1 Fiber diameter except 125m are only applied in room temperature and 0m altitude.
*2 The applicable fiber protection sleeves vary depending on the cleave length.
*3 Over 250m coating diameter with the length less than 8mm require fiber holder operation.
Features overview
The Z1C key features are:
Touch screen monitor (For more information, refer to page 2-8.)
4.1 inch LCD monitor with touch screen operation enables to confirm fiber images
easily. The splicer can be operated by touching the icons on the screen. The
working efficiency has improved dramatically.
Auto start (For more information, refer to page 5-4.)
In addition to the function that automatically starts the splicing process when the
hood is closed, the function that automatically starts the heating cycle when fiber is
placed into the heat shrink oven is provided.
1-1
Fully automatic splice mode (Auto mode)
(1) The Z1C recognizes fiber core profile and automatically chooses a correct splice
program, and proceeds to splicing.
(2) Automatic arc calibration (For more information, refer to page 2-13.)
Z1C analyzes the arc and has the function to calibrate the arc condition automatically
at each splice. Therefore, arc test is not needed usually in the Auto mode.
Standard package
Here is an example of Z1C standard package.
AC adapter
Fiber cleaver
(Optional*)
Fiber holders
(Optional*)
Jacket remover
(Optional*)
Carrying case Strap for carrying case
1-2
Optional accessories
The following optional accessories are provided for the Z1C. For further details, please
contact our sales personnel.
1-3
Consumables
Fiber protection sleeves, electrodes and battery pack are consumables. Please place an
order if you need any.
For repair, please read Warranty and repair service at page 6-2 and contact our
maintenance service center.
1-4
Structure
Fusion splicer
5
4 Hood
Provides protection from the
environment.
1-5
Keypad
SET key
Starts a splicing operation.
The keys above are mounted on the upper surface of the splicer. The features of SET,
RESET and HEAT keys are also operated by the touch screen on the monitor.
Do not press the keys on the keypad with a sharp object (e.g. a ballpoint pen,
Caution screwdriver, or nail ) Doing so will damage the keypad.
1-6
V-grooves, electrodes, other components
1 V-grooves
Keep bare fibers aligned.
3 Electrodes
Arc is generated between the
electrodes.
4 Electrode cover plate
Holds the electrode seated into
the retaining groove.
5 V-groove illumination
Illuminates the V-groove. Lit
when the hood is opened.
1-7
Heat shrink oven
2 3 1
Input/output panel
3
4
1
2 5
1-8
Caution label
1 2
4
3
1-9
2. Splice / Protection
[Preparation for splicing]
Before splicing, collect all of the necessary equipment.
[Operating procedures]
The following is a summary of the steps required to make a splice with the fusion
splicer. For further information on each step, please see the page described below.
2-1
Preparing power supply
The power for Z1C is supplied by AC adapter or battery.
AC operation
Please connect AC adapter (ADC-1430) with Z1C when you operate with
the AC adapter.
Plugging
Insert the power cord into the AC adapter
completely. POWER LED lights up green
when the power is supplied.
2-2
Battery operation
Please install battery pack (BU-11S) in the battery pack slot of Z1C.
Turn off the splicer and disconnect the AC adapter before installing and removing the
battery pack.
Projection
How to open and close the lid of <Close> Insert tabs of the lid into the
battery pack slot battery pack slot, close the lid and
<Open> Release the lock by moving move the lock in the direction of the
the lock in the direction of the arrow, arrow.
then open the lid.
1
2
1
2 Lock
Tabs
2-3
Battery level check
Press the battery check button. The LED will light up for a few seconds to indicate
the battery status in one of five levels.
Over 80%
61~80%
Battery status
indication
No light: 0%
21 to 40%
2-4
Battery charging
1. Insert the battery pack into the Z1C.
2. Connect the AC adapter with the Z1C.
3. LED (green) on the side of the DC input terminal blinks, and the charge
begins.
4. It takes 2 - 3 hour to finish charging though it changes according to the
residual quantity of the battery. LED (green) lights when the charge
ends.
Connect the
AC adapter.
LED (green)
The battery pack can be charged while the splicer is in using. However, it
takes a longer compared with the time when the splicer is powered off.
Please charge the battery in the following temperature span. The battery
Caution
pack might be deteriorated (decrease in capacity) at the temperature
that exceeds this range.
2-5
DC operation (car battery)
The car battery cable PCV-11 (option) is required to operate the splicer on DC power
(car battery). Contact a sales representative.
Before using the battery pack for the first time, charge the battery pack.
(The battery is not fully charged before shipping.)
The battery pack is a consumable. Repeated charging and discharging decreases
battery life.
Store the battery pack within the following temperature range. Failure to do so may
lead to deterioration in performance.
*Battery pack storage temperature range:
-20C ~ +50C (if stored for less than 1 month)
-20C ~ +40C (if stored for less than 3 months)
-20C ~ +20C (if stored for less than 1 year)
Do not use or store the battery pack at high temperature, such as in strong direct
sunlight, in cars during hot weather. This may cause leakage of battery fluid.
If you are not going to use the battery pack for a long period, charge the battery pack
once every 6 months.
If you are not going to use the splicer, remove the battery pack from the splicer.
2-6
Operating procedures
If you press the power key right after connecting the power cord to the power supply
module, it may take a few seconds until the splicer is powered on.
2-7
Initial screen
Z1C
Version 2.xx
INITIALIZING
S/N : XXXXXXX
MENU : Display the main menu screen where various functions are selected.
SM G652 Std. :Showing splice program that is selected. You can go to splice
program selection screen by touching it. Please refer to page 4-1
for the setting method of the splice program.
60mm 0.25 :Showing heater program that is selected. You can go to heater
program selection screen by touching it. Please refer to page 4-2
for the setting method of the heater program.
2-8
Stripping the fiber coating / Cleaning the bare fiber
1: Clean the fiber coating thoroughly to remove cable gel or other stains.
2: Strip the fiber coating. (An example shows use of Sumitomo JR-M03 tool, strip length shown
apply to any stripping tool. If you use another jacket remover, please refer to its operation
manual.)
Use the correct groove of the remover suitable for the fiber coating diameter.
See figure <1>.
*If the stripping length is too long, the fiber The JR-M03 strips approx. 25mm
cleaver may not store the off-cut in the
off-cut collector.
of fiber coating at a time. To strip
30~40mm of the fiber coating,
Bare fiber repeat the operation.
2-9
Cleaving the fiber
Cleave the fiber. (An example shows use of Sumitomo FC-6S cleaver, cleave length shown apply
to any cleaving tool. If you use other models of cleavers, please refer to the operation manual.)
Applicable cleave length: 5mm-20mm (0.25mm), 10-20mm (0.9mm)
*A maximum cleave length for the Z1C is16mm.
Open the top clamp lever and the lid of the single
fiber adapter. The blade carriage should be in the
forward position.
Blade carriage
Lid of single fiber adapter
2:
3:
4:
Lower the top clamp lever. Slide the blade carriage to the rear of the cleaver as
indicated by the arrow.
2-10
5: Open the top clamp lever.
Then open the lid of the single fiber adapter and lift the newly cleaved fiber. Lift
the off-cut and dispose it properly.
Bare fiber
Cleave
Fiber coating
length
2-11
Inserting fibers into the splicer
Electrode
Fiber V-groove
3: Set the fiber end between the edge of v-groove and the electrode.
2-12
Arc test
The fusion splicing is a method of melting and connecting the point of the
optical fiber by heat of electrical discharge. Because optimum arc conditions
are different depending on environment (atmospheric pressure and
temperature) and the electrode condition (wear-out and adhesion of the
glass) and the optical fiber (manufacturer and SMF/MMF, etc.), appropriate
arc condition is necessary to make a low splice loss. Please perform the arc
test before splicing in the typical splice program such as SM G652 Std..
In the Auto mode, Z1C analyzes the arc and has the function to calibrate the
arc condition automatically at each splice. Therefore, arc test is not needed
usually in the Auto mode.
SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 1Set each fiber that has been prepared. (The
MENU
coating is removed and fiber is cleaved.)
X/Y
2 Confirm whether the splice program and
heater program is correct on the ready
Ready screen.
2-13
SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25
MENU 3Touch the Arc test ( )
DISP
Start
DISP
Start
MENU
SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 8: If Arc OK is displayed, begin the fiber
preparation procedure to perform a splice.
X/Y The splicer automatically initializes when
002
011 011 the hood is opened.
Arc OK
Tool Good arc state. Splice can be done.
DISP
DISP
002
Reset
2-14
Arc test result
Start splicing
The adjusted arc power level is stored even if the splicer is turned off.
Fiber preparation
1: Be sure to slip the fiber protection sleeve over one of the fibers to be spliced before
stripping and cleaving the fibers. The fiber protection sleeve cannot be installed after
splicing.
4:After setting the prepared fibers on Z1C, splicing starts by touching Start ( Start ) or
pushing ( ). (Please refer to the next page.)
2-15
Starting the automatic splice
1/3
SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25
MENU
See the next page if you skip
X/Y the checking of splice data
and go on to the next step.
Ready
Checking splice data
DISP
After a splice, touch the DATA ( DATA ).
Start
SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25
MENU
Touch the Start.
X/Y
SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25
MENU DATA
Y Tool
Add DISP
X/Y
Cleave Angle L: 1.9 R: 0.6 deg
Fiber Offset 0.2 -> 0.1 um
1/4
Memo
DATA Q W E R T Y U I O P
A S D F G H J K L
Tool
Z X C V B N M
DISP
Add Shift BS
Estimated Loss 0.01dB Default Cancel OK
Reset GO
Tap Go icon
Estimated loss is displayed.
2-16
2/3
See the next page if you skip the checking of splice image
and go on to the next step.
X/Y X/Y
DATA DATA
Tool Tool
DISP
Add Add DISP
Checking Tools
2-17
Proof test 3/3
(if automatic proof test is selected) (if manual proof test is selected)
SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25 SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25
MENU MENU
X/Y X/Y
DATA DATA
Tool Tool
DISP DISP
Add Add
Estimated Loss 0.01dB Estimated Loss 0.01dB
Reset GO Reset GO
Tap Go icon Tap Go
Tap Go icon
icon
X/Y X/Y
Reset Reset
Proof Test Proof Test
X/Y X
Ready
DISP
Remove the spliced fiber when the Open the hood and remove the spliced
screen above is displayed. fiber when the screen above is displayed.
Take care to keep the spliced fiber straight. Do not flex it back and forth.
Doing so will cause the spliced fiber to be broken, resulting in loss of the
long term reliability of the fiber.
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Evaluating splice quality
If the spliced fiber is as follows or estimated losses are high, re-do the entire splice.
X/Y
DATA
DISP
Kink or offset Tool
White line
(Re-arcNG
(Re-do splicing.) Estimated Loss 0.30dB
Reset GO Re-do splicing)
Tap Go icon
X/Y
DATA
X/Y
DATA
2-19
Splice protection
1: Open the heat shrink oven lid and the heat shrink oven clamps.
Open the hood and the fiber coating clamps to release the spliced fiber.
2: Make sure that the fiber protection sleeve is centered over the spliced portion of
the fiber.
The applicable fiber protection sleeves
vary depending on the cleave length. For
more information, refer to page 1-4.
Before heating
SM G652 Std. 60mm 0.25
MENU
Heating started
X/Y
Ready
Heating advanced
DISP
Cooling
Start
If you would like to cancel the heating process, press the (HEAT) key or touch
heat ( ) again.
2-20
6: The splicer gives a beep sound indicating completion of the heating cycle. Take
out the sleeve from the heat shrink oven after a beep sound is heard.
7: Place the protection sleeve onto the cooling tray.
The protection sleeve can be taken out from the heat shrink oven after a
beep sound is heard. Also finish of heating cycle can be confirmed by the
heat icons change. If the sleeve is taken out from the oven before heat
Caution
cycle completed, the splice loss might increase because the less cooling
cause fiber bending or twisting. Please wait for the finish of heating cycle.
After the heat cycle is complete, the fiber protection sleeve may be hot.
Handle with care.
Caution Never touch the surface of the heating plate during the heating operation.
Doing so may cause personal injury and damage to the heat shrink oven.
2-21
Drop cable splicing
Applicable cable
Tight buffer type single fiber drop cable.
Required items
Fusion splicer (Z1C)
Allen key 1.5 (included in fusion splicer kit)
Cross-recessed screwdriver
Nippers
Jacket remover
Fiber cleaver
Fiber holders for drop cable
Preparation
<Fusion splicer>
Using the Allen key, remove the fiber coating clamp from the splicer.
<Fiber cleaver>
If the single fiber adapter AP-FC6M is attached to the cleaver, it must be removed.
If the single fiber adapter AP-FC6SA is attached to the cleaver, it does not need to be
removed and can be used as it is.
Groove for drop cable
2-22
Removing cable sheath
Clean the cable sheath thoroughly to remove cable gel or other stains.
1. Separate the steel wire from the 2. Cut the steel wire to a desired
cable using nippers. length.
Take care not to damage the Cut each half of the cable
optical fiber when cutting the sheath to the same length.
Caution
cable sheath.
2-23
Fiber preparation procedures 1 (AP-FC6SA is available)
This section outlines fiber preparation procedures in using a fiber cleaver with a single
fiber adapter (AP-FC6SA). If your fiber cleaver does not have the single fiber adapter or
a single fiber adapter attached to your cleaver is AP-FC6M, please refer to the
procedures 2.
3. Clean the bare fiber from the 4. Place the cable in the groove for
end of the fiber coating with a drop cable on the cleaver,
gauze pad moistened with pure aligning the cable end with the
alcohol. Pull the bare fiber end of the single fiber adapter.
through the gauze pad and Cleave the fiber referring to the
rotate the fiber to remove any cleaver instructions.
coating residue.
2-24
5. Load the cable in the fiber 6. Repeat step 1~5 for the other
holder. Make sure that the cable cable.
sheath touches the groove.
Close the bigger lid of the holder
first, and then close the smaller
lid.
2-25
Fiber preparation procedures 2 (AP-FC6SA is not available)
This section outlines fiber preparation procedures in using a fiber cleaver without single
fiber adapter (AP-FC6SA). If AP-FC6SA is available, please refer to the procedures 1.
1. Load the cable with its sheath 2. Remove the fiber coating at
removed in the fiber holder. 2~4mm away from the edge of
Make sure that the cable sheath the fiber holder. (Touch the
touches the groove. JR-M03 against the edge to
Close the bigger lid of the holder remove, and you can remove
first, and then close the smaller the coating at 3mm away from
lid. the edge.)
3. Clean the bare fiber from the 4. Place the fiber holder in the
end of the fiber coating with a cleaver, touching the edge of the
gauze pad moistened with pure fiber holder against the edge of
alcohol. Pull the bare fiber the fiber holder receptacle.
through the gauze pad and Cleave the fiber referring to the
rotate the fiber to remove any cleaver instructions.
coating residue.
2-26
Inserting the fiber into the splicer
2-27
Splice protection for drop cable
1. Open the oven lid and oven clamps. Open the hood and all lids of the fiber holders.
2. Take out the cable and slide the fiber protection sleeve onto the fiber. Make sure
that the protection sleeve is centered over the splice and at least 5mm of the sleeve
overlaps the cable sheath at each end of the splice.
At least 5mm of the sleeve must overlap the cable sheath at each end of the splice.
3. While maintaining a slight tension on the cable ends, transfer the cable to the heat
shrink oven and close the right hand oven clamp.
4. While applying a slight tension to the 5. After the heat shrink process is
cable end, close the left hand oven complete, open the oven lid and
clamp and oven lid. Start the heat oven clamps and take out the
shrink process. cable.
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3. Daily cleaning and checking up
To keep excellent splice quality, regular cleaning and inspection are required.
Especially cleaning should be performed before and after each use. We recommend
your splicer to be checked through our maintenance service once a year.
Cleaning
Clean each part with a cotton swab. Please bear in mind that daily cleaning can
maintain splicer performance. Clean components before and after use.
Names of components
Electrode cover
plate thumb-screw Electrode for high
& electrode cover voltage side
plate Lens protection
glass
V-groove
Lens protection
glass
Electrode
cover plate
thumb-screw
V-groove & electrode
illumination cover plate
LED
3-1
Cleaning V-grooves
Even tiny bits of dust or dirt in the V-grooves might cause the fiber to be offset. To avoid
offset, carefully clean the V-grooves with a cotton swab moistened with alcohol.
Cleaning LEDs
When a LED surface dirty, a fiber image is unclear, resulting in imperfect image
processing. If the display is uneven or LED error occurs, clean them with a cotton swab
moistened with alcohol.
3-2
Cleaning bare fiber pads
Dirt on a bare fiber pad will also cause the fiber to be offset. When fiber offset occurs,
clean the bare fiber pad.
1: Prepare a cotton swab moistened with alcohol and wipe the surface of bare fiber pads.
2: Use a dry cotton swab to wipe off any excess alcohol.
1: Remove the electrodes, referring to the 2: Prepare a cotton swab moistened with
Replacing electrodes. alcohol.
3: Gently wipe the lens protection glass in a
circular motion.
4: Use a dry cotton swab to wipe off any
excess alcohol.
5: Re-fit the electrodes.
6: Perform an arc test.
3-3
An electrode tip is extremely sharp. Do not use a canned air for cleaning.
Handle with care. Chemical reaction may deteriorate the
Caution
Prohibition
lens protection glass, resulting in a loss
of splicing
Clean the heating plate with a dry cotton swab. Clean the clamps of the heat shrink oven with
a cotton swab moistened with alcohol.
3-4
Replacing electrodes
Electrodes are worn out or contaminated due to silica glass evaporated during arc, and
the electrode condition changes day by day. To achieve a repetitive and stable arc for
excellent quality splicing, electrodes should be replaced periodically. Continuing to use
the same electrodes may result in high splice losses and poor splice strength.
On the Z1C, electrodes typically need replacing after approximately 3,000 arc
discharges.
If the number of arc discharge exceeds 2,500, Arc Count on the screen will be
highlighted in yellow for warning, with a message Electrodes need changing soon.
If the number exceeds 3,000 times, a warning message appears every time the splicer
is powered on and until you replace electrodes according to the replacement
procedures described in the next page.
3-5
Electrode replacement procedures
Please exchange the electrode to maintain the performance of Z1C at about 3000
discharges. The point of the electrode is very sharp shape. Please take care enough
when handling it.
1: Turn off the splicer and unplug the power 2: Using your fingers, loosen the
cord. thumbscrews.
When handling the electrodes, avoid [Back view of electrode and cover plate]
touching the electrode tips with
Caution anything. 6: Tighten the thumbscrew while pressing
the electrode below at each electrode
cover plate.
7: Repeat step 2 to 5 for the other
electrode. Always replace both
electrodes at a time.
8: Plug the power cord into the power
module and turn on the power to
condition the electrodes. (Refer to page
4-13.) After conditioning the electrodes,
the Arc count is automatically reset.
3-6
Caution
Plastic button
Protrusion
Be sure to turn off the splicer and unplug the power cord or
remove the battery pack before replacing the electrodes.
Caution Discard the old electrodes properly.
3-7
Packing and storage instructions
Store the Z1C and its accessories in a designated place in the case referring to the
photo below.
Store the Z1C in the direction shown in the photo below.
The Z1C with a cooling tray cannot be stored in the case. Remove the cooling tray
from the splicer and store it in the pocket.
AC adapter
Fiber cleaver
(Optional*)
Fiber holders
(Optional*)
Jacket remover
(Optional*)
Carrying case Strap for carrying case
The Z1C fusion splicer is a precision instrument. Its rugged shipping case is custom
designed to protect it from impact, dust, dirt, and moisture. Always store and transport
the machine in its case. Observe the following instructions.
Keeping the battery in the Z1C may cause the battery terminal
Warning to be damaged or deteriorated, resulting in fire.
3-8
Take extreme care of the handling of alcohol.
Warning
Before storing the fiber cleaver, dispose of the fiber fragments collected in the off-cut
collector in a proper way.
Pay attention to storage temperature and dew condensation when storing the splicer.
The battery is self-discharged during storage. Perform temperature control and
charge and discharge the battery once every 6 months.
Storage temperature -20C ~ +50C (if stored for less than 1 month)
-20C ~ +40C (if stored for less than 3 months)
-20C ~ +20C (if stored for less than 1 year)
3-9
4. Functions
Splice and heater programs setting
X/Y X/Y
Ready Ready
DISP DISP
Start Start
SM G652 MM G651
Splice Program
1/1 DS G653 NZ G655 SMF
011
SM G652 Std.
BIF G657
012
SM G652 Quick
Select Item
056
1/3 G657A-G652
Select the category of fiber type.
057
G657B-G652
Select Splice
Select Program
Item
Splice Program If the page icon ( X/X ) displays the
SMF
number except 1/1, that means
011
SM G652 Std. there are other pages. Touch the
012
move ( , ) to go next page
SM G652 Quick or touch the page icon to order the
056 page directly.
1/3 G657A-G652
057
G657B-G652
4-1
<Heater program setting>
X/Y X/Y
Ready Ready
DISP DISP
Start Start
60mm 40mm
Lynx SPS
Select Item
Select Item
Heater Program
60mm
60mm 0.25 001
FPS-1
Drop 031
1/1 FPS-D60
4-2
Splice programs
ATTENTION
The fiber detection is conducted on left and right fibers individually.
Auto The data on representative core profiles of standard fiber types are stored in
the Z1C. However, other manufacturers and new design fibers may
sometimes be recognized incorrectly. In this case, please select suitable
splice program by yourself.
Even if fibers are sorted in the same category, suitable splice program is
Auto sometimes different depending on the manufacturers or fibers. In this case,
please select the suitable splice program by yourself.
Can be used for splicing identical SMF (ITU-T G.652). Please select this
SM G652 Auto
program when knowing the fiber profile to be spliced.
Can be used for splicing identical MMF (ITU-T G.651). Please select this
MM G651 Auto
program when knowing the fiber profile to be spliced.
Can be used for splicing identical DSF (ITU-T G.653). Please select this
DS G653 Auto
program when knowing the fiber profile to be spliced.
Can be used for splicing identical NZDSF (ITU-T G.655). Please select this
NZ G655 Auto
program when knowing the fiber profile to be spliced.
Can be used for splicing identical BIF (ITU-T G.657). Please select this
BIF G657 Auto
program when knowing the fiber profile to be spliced.
Continue to the next page.
Perform an arc test in the following situations to calibrate the arc power and position.
Poor splice performance (high or inconsistent splice losses, poor splice strength)
After electrode replacement
Extreme changes in temperatures, humidity or air pressure
Please perform an arc test before splicing on all splice programs except Auto mode.
4-3
Category Splice Program Details
SM G652 Std. Can be used for splicing identical standard SMF (ITU-T G.652).
Can be used for splicing identical standard SMF (ITU-T G.652) and making
SM G652 Quick
a faster splice. In this mode, auto fiber type recognition is disabled.
Other SMF The splice programs that include standard SMF are listed. ex)G657A-G652
This mode can be used for splicing fibers by shifting the centers of the left
and right fiber cores and achieving intentional high splice losses.
Recommended target attenuation range: 0.1~5.0dB
SM G652 An estimated splice loss displayed in the splicer may not match an actual
splice loss depending on the fiber type being spliced. It is recommended
SM ATTN1
that actual splice losses be measured and checked with a power meter.
Target Loss: Enter a target splice loss in Setting settings (2/6 page).
User settable attenuation range is 0.1~15dB (in increments of 0.1dB).
ATTN Coef.: If the target splice loss does not match an actual loss,
modify this value in Function settings.
E-SC Fusion Can be used for splicing Sumitomos splice-on-connector E-SC Fusion.
MM G651 Std. Can be used for splicing identical standard MMF (ITU-T G.651).
Can be used for splicing identical standard MMF (ITU-T G.651) and making
MM G651 Quick
a faster splice. In this mode, auto fiber type recognition is disabled.
MM G651
Can be used for splicing identical standard MMF (ITU-T G.651) and SMF
G651 G652
(ITU-T G.652).
Other MMF The splice programs that include standard MMF are listed.
DS G653 Std. Can be used for splicing identical standard DSF (ITU-T G.653).
Can be used for splicing identical standard DSF (ITU-T G.653) and making
DS G653 DS G653 Quick
a faster splice. In this mode, auto fiber type recognition is disabled.
Other DSF The splice programs that include standard DSF are listed.
NZ G655 Typ. Can be used for splicing identical standard NZDS (ITU-T G.655).
Can be used for splicing identical standard NZDSF (ITU-T G.655) and
NZ G655 Quick
making a faster splice. In this mode, auto fiber type recognition is disabled.
NZ G655
Can be used for splicing identical standard NZDSF (ITU-T G.655) and SMF
G655 G652
(ITU-T G.652).
Other NZDS The splice programs that include standard NZDSF are listed.
Can be used for splicing identical standard BIF (Bend Insensitive fiber,
BIF G657 Std.
ITU-T G.657).
Can be used for splicing identical standard BIF (ITU-T G.657) and making
BIF G657 G657 Quick
a faster splice. In this mode, auto fiber type recognition is disabled.
The splice programs that include standard BIF are listed.
Other BIF
ex)G657A-G657B
Recent The splice program selected recently is listed.
4-4
Heater programs
The heating programs are optimized for Sumitomo protection sleeves. Select an appropriate heater
program for the protection sleeve you are using.
4-5
<Change splice program parameter> <Change heater program parameter>
Splice Program Heater Program
SMF 60mm
011 60mm 0.25 001
SM G652 Std. FPS-1
057
G657B-G652
Touch the item once. The icon will Touch the item once. The icon will
change its color. Then touch it again change its color. Then touch it again
to determine selection. to determine selection.
7 8 9 + 0 2 0 0 7 8 9
+ 0 2. 0 0
Unit sec 4 5 6 Unit C 4 5 6
Max. +0230
Max. +20.00
Min. +00.00 1 2 3 Min. +0080 1 2 3
Standard +0200
Standard +02.00
- 0 + - 0 +
4-6
<Splice program settings>
Page Item Details
1/6 Name Allows to edit splice program name.
Allows to choose splice program as a template when new splice
Template
program is created.
Sets the alignment method for fibers to be spliced. Choose from
Core, and Diameter.
Align Method
CoreAligns center of right and left optical fiber cores.
DiameterAligns center of right and left optical fiber diameters.
Auto Power Automatically optimizes arc power.
2/6 Arc Time Sets the arc fusion time.
Prefuse Time Sets the time between start of arc fusion and feeding of fibers.
Gap Sets the gap between fiber end faces before arc fusion.
Overlap Sets the distance of feeding fiber.
3/6 Sets the arc power. Generally it is automatically set by an arc test and
does not need to be changed. It is shown as [Standard + XX].
Arc Power
[Standard] means pre-set arc power. [+ XX] can be manually
increased or decreased.
Sets the position of splicing fibers. Generally it is automatically set by
Gapset Position
an arc test and does not need to be changed.
Cleaning Arc Time Sets the cleaning arc time for removing dust from optical fiber.
Rearc Time Sets the additional arc time to be conducted after splicing.
4/6 Splice Method Set the splice mode to Automatic or Manual.
5/6 Sets the threshold of cleave angle. If a reading exceeds the
Cleave Angle Limit
threshold, the splicer will give an error.
Sets the threshold of core angle. If a reading exceeds the threshold,
Core Angle Limit
the splicer will give an error.
Sets the threshold of estimated loss. If a reading exceeds the
Est. Loss Limit
threshold, the splicer will give an error.
6/6 Sets the loss estimation method to High or Standard. If High is
Estimation Mode chosen, the splicer will observe and inspect the core of spliced fiber
with very high precision after fusion splicing.
MFD-L Sets the MFD of left side optical fiber.
MFD-R Sets the MFD of right side optical fiber.
Wavelength Sets the wavelength for loss estimation calculation.
4-7
<How an arc discharges and motors run during the splicing process>
Arc discharge
4-8
<Heater program settings>
Page Item Details
1/2 Heat up Temp. A Heating element rise up to the set temperature in the first
term of heating cycle. (Numerical input)
Heating Duration A Duration of the first term of heating cycle. (Numerical input)
Heat up Temp. B Heating element rise up to the set temperature in the middle
term of heating cycle. (Numerical input)
Heating Duration B Duration of the middle term of heating cycle.
(Numerical input)
2/2 Finish Temp The temperature of finishing heating cycle after cooling.
(Numerical input)
Heat up temp A
Heat up temp B
Finish temp
Time
Heating Duration A Heating Duration B
4-9
Function settings
1/2
X/Y
Ready
DISP
Ready Start
Menu
DATA
Login Information
For more details of the items of
2014/01/01 0000 function, please refer to the page 4-12
Select Item
Touch Function ( ) to go to
function screen.
Function
4-10
2/2
Screen indication
In the function setting item of following sign, the displaying method of
the screen can be selected.
Function
Date(yy/mm/dd hh:mm)
2014/01/01 00:00
Language
English
Select Function
X or Y only
Function
Pre-Fusion Screen
X or Y only
Arc Screen
If X or Y only is selected, X or Y
X above Y screen is displayed on the screen.
4/6 Post-Fusion Screen
X or Y only
Est. Loss Screen
X beside Y
X beside Y
4-11
Page Functions Details
1/6 This function stops the splicing process before arcing
Arc Pause occurs. If you would like to check fiber offset and fiber end
faces, set this function to ON.
This function starts the splicing process when the fiber is
Auto Start
inserted in the splicer and the hood is closed.
This function starts the heating process when the fiber is
Heater Auto Start
placed into the heat shrink oven.
Display Monitor Front monitor type or Back monitor type can be selected.
2/6 Saves power consumption by adjusting monitor brightness
ECO Mode
and heat shrink oven temperature
If the splicer is not interrupted for a certain span of time, to
minimize power consumption on standby, the monitor and
Sleep 12VDC will be turned off. (The Power LED will be lit in
orange.) To return to normal operation, press any key,
except the Power key.
If the splicer is in Sleep mode and is not interrupted for
Auto Power Off another certain span of time, the splicer is automatically
powered off. You need to switch on the splicer again.
The brightness of the monitor can be adjusted by eight
Bright
stages.
3/6 This function sets the built-in clock of the splicer to local
Date(yy/mm/dd hh:mm)
time.
The language being displayed can be selected.
Language
(Some languages cannot be selected.)
Temperature Unit This function switches the temperature units.
Fiber Insert Screen Single (X or Y) screen type or dual (X and Y) screen type
4/6 Pre-Fusion Screen can be selected in each step of the splicing process. For
further details, please refer to page 4-11.
Arc Screen
Post-Fusion Screen
Est. Loss Screen
5/6 Buzzer sound of touching icons or pressing keys can be
Buzzer (Key)
selected. "Mute" can be selected too.
Buzzer sound of arc pause can be selected. "Mute" can be
Buzzer (Stop)
selected too.
Buzzer sound of detecting errors during splice. "Mute" can
Buzzer (Error)
be selected too.
Audio Volume The volume of the speaker can be adjusted by six stages.
6/6 Light for v-groove This function sets the V-groove illumination to ON or OFF.
4-12
Maintenance settings
Touch MENU ( MENU ) to go to Touch the item once. The icon will
Menu screen. change its color. Then touch it
again to determine selection.
Touch the move ( , ) to go
Menu next page.
Maintenance
DATA
Splice
Data
Function Maintenance Security Restore Data
Self Inspection
Login Information
2/2 Touch Calibration
2014/01/01 0000
Select Item
4-13
Splice data storage function
Splice Data Touch the Splice Data icon ( DATA ) on the
menu screen to go to DATA screen. Please set
Memory
Data+Image "Memory" item ON before splicing if you want to
Data Save Location
SMF Quick save the splice data.
Internal Memory
Display
1/2 In Data Save Location item, you can select
Copy SMF Quick SD or Internal Memory as the location that
splice data be saved in. If SD card is inserted in
Select Item the slot, splice data is automatically saved in
SD card.
Splice Data
To display stored splice data, select Display.
Clear Enter the memory location you would like to
view.
Histogram
4-14
Software download via internet
By accessing to the URL below and getting a maintenance application,
customers can upgrade newest software via internet. For further
information, please access to the URL and refer to the manual.
http://www.rim-plus.sei.co.jp/
Login function
By inputting the pass code, the expanded functions for the administrator can be used.
Please refer to "Administrator menu operation instructions" for details.
Menu
DATA
Login Information
2014/01/01 0000
Select Item
4-15
Help function
Z1C has a function to display the user training video such as the method of the
preprocessing of the fiber, the daily checkup, and the cleaning in animation. It is
possible to run the video, to stop temporarily, and to confirm the work procedure
details.
Menu Information
Help Video
DATA
1/1
Login Information
2014/01/01 0000
Select Item Select Item
SMF Quick
Update SMF
Cleaning theQuick
bare fiber
Select
SelectItem
Item Select Movie
Select View item. Select the movie.
Help Video
Stripping the fiber coating
Start / Pause
Stop
4-16
5. Other convenient functions
The Z1C is provided with various functions. Set up the functions as
necessary.
Back monitor type
The back monitor type is convenient when you would like to place the fiber to be
spliced for installation closer to you.
Operating Operating
direction direction
The monitor display reverses automatically when the monitor is moved to the position of
the back monitor type. (Refer to the page 4-12)
When using the splicer by the back monitor type, it is easy to work if the right and left of
the coating clamp are replaced according to the following procedures.
5-1
Universal clamp
Z1C can clamp both a tight buffer and a loose buffer coating by the standard issue.
Please change the position of the coating clamp lid as following procedures according
to the kind of the coating.
1. Loosen the coating clamp fixation
screw, and detach the coating clamp.
Coating clamp
Coating clamp fixation screw 2. The lid can be moved back and forth by
opening the coating clamp lid by 180. Change
Forth the position of the lid according to the coating of
the fiber, and shut the lid.
180 >>Tight buffer : back
Back
>>Loose buffer : forth
5-2
Fiber holder operation
By detaching the coating clamp, it is possible to splice by the fiber holder for a single
fiber. Fiber holder FHS series made by Sumitomo can be applied.
5-3
Auto start
The Z1C is provided with Auto start function that automatically starts the splicing
process and the heating operation.
5-4
Hand strap
The strap is attached to Z1C. Please install the strap surely according to
the following procedure.
Hook of hand
strap
Strap ring
Please pass the hook at both ends of the hand strap through a right and
left strap ring of Z1C.
If the strap ring is not jointed surely with the hook of the hand
Caution
strap, Z1C might be dropped.
5-5
6. Troubleshooting
For repair and technical support, contact maintenance service center address
described in the back cover.
Arc problems
The electrodes typically need replacement after 3000 splices. Some common
symptoms that indicate the electrodes need replacing are:
High or inconsistent splice losses
Bubbles in the fibers after splicing
Diameter faults
Fluttering or unstable arc observed on the monitor
Fiber burned in half
Sizzling noise while arcing
Refer to page 3-6, Electrode replacement procedures.
Fiber breaking
When the splicing process is complete, a proof test may be performed on the fibers
while in the fiber chucks. If the fibers are breaking when the proof test is performed,
re-do an arc test. If the arc power level is too weak, the splice may be poor, resulting in
fiber breaking.
If the fibers are breaking in spite of a good arc test result, clean the V-grooves and the
bare fiber pads completely. Deterioration of a jacket remover/fiber cleaver may lead to
fiber breaking. Clean the jacket remover/fiber cleaver completely.
If the fusion splicer fails to turn on when the ON key is pressed, check the following:
Verify that the battery pack is installed in the module bay properly
Verify that the power plug is seated properly (the power cord is connected to the AC
adapter.)
Verify that the LED of the AC adapter lights up.
If using battery operation, ensure that the battery is fully charged.
If the splicer still does not power up after checking the above, contact our maintenance
service center.
6-1
Warranty and repair service
Before requesting a repair, try to locate the problem and identify the cause by referring
to 6 Troubleshooting at page 6-1. If you ensure that your machine is really in need of
a repair, contact our maintenance service center.
REGION LIMITATION
This product is sold for the use in a limited sales area (refer to the information
which appears on the splicer screen) and the technical support of the product
moved out of the said region may be refused or require extra charges.
Warranty period
1. About the warranty period of this product, please ask to the distributor that you
purchased the product from.
2. The following cases are the exception for repairing and replacing the product free of
charge.
(1) Damage or malfunction caused by misuse, mishandling, non qualified repair,
disassembly, modification, or any other irregular execution
(2) Damage or malfunction caused by drop, fall or any other faulty treatment such
as to be explained in precautions on this manual.
(3) Damage or malfunction caused by actions that are beyond Sumitomos control
including for example, fire, water flood, earthquake, lightening or similar
disaster, or any other accident.
(4) Damage or malfunction caused by the use of Product in conjunction with
accessories, products, or consumables not specified or approved by Sumitomo.
(5) Replacement of consumables
(6) Travel expense that is charged if a trip for repair is requested by the customer.
(7) Damage or malfunction caused by use of batteries and battery chargers not
specified or approved by Sumitomo.
(8) Products founds corroded due to exposure to water or dew condensation, or
cracked or deformed circuit board.
3. The customer shall bear the cost of returning the product to Sumitomo.
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Error message list
Please contact maintenance service center when it is not recovered if you take the
measures below.
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[ Z1C specifications ]
Optical fiber Material Silica glass
requirement Profile types SMF (ITU-T G.652, G.657), MMF (ITU-T G.651),
DSF (ITU-T G.653), NZDSF (ITU-T G.655, G.656)
Cable types Drop cable, Small-sized indoor cable
Fiber diameter 80 150 m
Fiber coating diameter 100 1,000 m
Cleave length*1 <up to 1,000 m> <Drop cable / Indoor cable>
5 16 mm 10mm
Fiber count Single fiber
Size and Size (main body) *2 120W 154D 130H (mm)
weight Weight Approx. 1.9 kg (with BU-11S)
Monitor 4.1" touch screen color LCD display
Standard Typical splice loss*3 SMF : 0.02dB DSF : 0.04dB
performance MMF : 0.01dB NZDSF : 0.04dB
Typical return loss*3 60dB or greater
Typical splice cycle time*3 Approx. 6 seconds (Quick Mode)
Approx. 8 seconds (Automatic Mode)
Typical heating time*4 Approx. 20 seconds
Splicing/heating operation per
Approx. 115 (with BU-11S battery)
fully charged battery*5
Functions Loss Estimation Provided
Splice data storage 10,000 splices
Splice image capture 200 splices
Proof test*6 Proof load 1.96~2.09N
Arc environment calibration Automatically compensates for environmental
condition changes
Heat shrink oven Provided
Universal clamps for tight & loose
Provided
buffer fiber
Reversible coating clamps Provided
V-groove white LED illumination Provided
Interface USB 2.0 mini-B type
Storage media SD / SDHC memory card
Onboard user training video Provided
Software update Internet
Programs Splice programs Max. 300
Heating programs Max. 100
Power supply AC operation With ADC-1430
Input: AC 100-240V 50/60Hz 1.1A
DC operation Input: DC 10-15V, 7.5A
Battery operation (With BU-11S) 11.1V (2300mAh)
DC output 12V For Sumitomos hot jacket remover
Environmental Operation temperature*7 -10 C ~ +50 C
conditions Storage temperature*7 *8 -40 C ~ +80 C
Altitude 0 to 6,000m
Windproof Max. 15m/s
Water & Dust resistance Equivalent to IP52*9
Shock resistance Drop from 76cm on 5 faces*10
Electrode life 3,000 arc discharges*11
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*1 The applicable fiber protection sleeves vary depending on the cleave length.
60mm fiber protection sleeves Cleave length 5-16mm
40mm fiber protection sleeves Cleave length 5-10mm
*2 The protrusion part is not included.
*3 With Sumitomo identical SMF(ITU-T G.652) in room temperature. Varies depending on the
condition of fiber.
*4 With the AC adapter in room temperature (20C) and DC output port not in use. If the battery pack
is used, the heating time varies depending on the temperature and the remaining battery capacity.
With Sumitomo protection sleeve FPS-61-2.6. Coating diameter 250m.
*5 In room temperature (20C), with a new battery pack, 1 splice cycle time (splice + protection)
completes in 90 seconds, in room temperature. Splice & heat cycles may vary depending on the
operating environment.
*6 Performed on the fiber stage after splicing.
*7 Non-condensing
*8 The Battery pack storage temperature range: -20C ~ +50C (if stored for less than 1 month),
-20C ~ +40C (if stored for less than 3 months), -20C ~ +20C (if stored for less than 1 year).
*9 Water resistance: Operates normally after being exposed to water dripping at 3mm/min, for at least
2.5 min on each of 4 surfaces tilted at 15. The test is held with the battery operation, carried out by
Sumitomo, but does not guarantee that the product is free of faults or damage.
Dust resistance: Operates normally after 8 hours in a dust chamber containing dust of particle size
75m or below. The test is held with the battery operation, carried out by Sumitomo, but does not
guarantee that the product is free of faults or damage.
*10 The machine spliced the fiber successfully after dropped from 76cm height on 5 faces (excluding
top face) at free-fall. The test is held with the battery operation, carried out by Sumitomo, but does
not guarantee that the product is free of faults or damage.
*11 Electrode life is not guaranteed. This number may vary depending on the operating environment.
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Revision B Oct. 15, 2015
Manila (Philippines)
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