Optical fibers require special care during installation to ensure reliable operation. Installation guidelines regarding minimum bend radius, tensile loads, twisting, squeezing, or pinching of cable must be followed. Cable connectors should be protected from contamination. Here are 5 vital rules for staying safe when you're working on fiber optic cables. Know the standards that apply to your work Whether you're installing new fiber optic cables or troubleshooting and repairing an existing fiber network, a working knowledge of the regulations that apply to your. es conform to the guidelines expressed in the American National Standards Institute document (ANSI Z535) for hazard alert messages. Proper installation and connection of optical cables can prevent signal loss, data corruption, and network downtime. Use only optical transceivers that are qualified by IBM and comply with the FDA Class 1 radiation performance requirements defined in 21 CFR Subchapter I, and with IEC 825 and EN60825.
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