User Manual

Optical Fiber Arc Fusion Splicer

Swift S3

Read this service manual carefully before running S3.

 Table of Contents

I . For Your Safety 4

II . Specifications and Components 8

1. Specifications 8
2. Components 9
3. Preparations for splicing 10

III. Product Description 11

1. External appearance of S3 11
2. Arc fusion splicing assembly 13

IV . Operation 14
1. Supplying power 14

V . Menu Description 17
1. Function buttons 17
2. Turning on S3 19
3. Installing the protective sleeve loader / cooling tray 20
4. Cleaning optic fibers 20
5. Inserting fiber into the protection sleeve 21
6. Cleaning and removing the skin of fiber 21
7. Cutting an optic fiber 21
8. Placing the fiber in the splicer 22
9. Splice procedure 23
10. Removing spliced fiber 27
11. Installing the sleeve on the sleeve heater 27
12. Heating the protection sleeve 28

VI . Maintaining Splice Quality 29

1. Cleaning and examination prior to splicing 29
2. Regular maintenance and cleaning 31

VII. Menu 34
1. Splice menu 34
2. Heater menu 46
3. Additional functions for splice 50
4. Checking splicing result 54
5. Calibration 57
6. Electrode 64
7. Locking menu 67
8. Settings 67
9. Information 74

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VIII. Data Sync 76
1. Running Data Sync 76
2. Setting - COM PORT 76
3. Setting – Splice Mode 77
4. Setting – HEAT Mode 77
5. Setting – MOTOR OFFSET 78
6. Memory – SPLICE RESULT 78
7. Memory – SPLICE IMAGE 79
8. Production - Serial Number 79
9. Production – Production Date 80
10. Production – A/S Date 80
11. Production – Total Electrode 81
12. Production – Electrode 81
13. Firmware Update 82

IX. Error Messages 83

1. FIBER DIRTY 83
2. REPLACE POSITION 83
3. TOO LONG FIBER 83
4. FIBER OVER ANGLE 84
5. LOSS LIMIT OVER 84
6. FIBER THIN ERROR 84
7. FIBER THICK ERROR 84
8. CORE BUBBLE 85

X. How to deal with splicing problems 86

1. When the splice loss is too high 86
2. Abnormal operation of arc fusion splice 87
XI. Q&A 88
1. Power 88
2. Splice operation 89
3. Operation of the tube heater 91
4. Maintenance 91
5. Other settings 92

XII. Warranty Period and Contact Information 93

1. Warranty period and services 93

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2. Before sending the arc fusion splicer to us, 93
3. Information required for repair 94
4. Transport 94
5. Repair 94

Product Warranty 95

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 Ⅰ. For Your Safety

Swift S3 has been designed and produced to maximize the user’s convenience for both
outdoor and indoor works, so its operation is easy and simple. However, we strongly
recommend our customers to read this service manual carefully prior to running the
device in order to prevent any accident and breakdown because improper handling of
Swift S3 may cause serious danger. This service manual provides all the necessary
information to ensure splicing safely.

Keep this service manual with the device at all times

Ilsintech co. ltd is not liable for any personal injury, physical loss and damage to device
caused by inappropriate use or remodeling of the equipment.

Warnings

Please, turn off the power of the device immediately and contact Ilsintech co. ltd if any
of below mentioned incidents occurs while operating the machine.

Fumes, bad odor, noise or overheating

Liquid or foreign substances falls into the device

The arc fusion splicer is dropped or damaged

Use the power cord provided with the device. Using an inappropriate AC power cord
may cause fire, electric shock or injury.

DO NOT touch the electrode when the power of S3 is ON. The high voltage and
temperature may cause electric shock or burn.

Connect the AC power cord to the battery charger provided with the device and wall
outlet. Check to ensure no dust or foreign substance on the AC plug electrode before
connecting it.
Unsafe connection may cause the occurrence of fumes, fire or damage to the device
resulting in fire or serious injury or death.

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 Warnings

Apply correct voltage.

The correct input AC power to the adapter is AC 100-240V and 50-60Hz.
Examine the input AC power before applying. Applying incorrect AC power could
result in electric shock, equipment breakdown, serious injury or even death.
Abnormally high AC voltage or irregular frequencies are often generated by AC
generator; hence it is necessary to check the AC output power with a circuit tester.
Since abnormal high voltage and frequencies may result in serious electric shock,
injury, death or damage to the equipment, it is important to regularly check the
operation status of the generator before use.
DO NOT excessively pull, amend, misuse or apply heat to the AC power cable
provided by the company. Using a damaged power cable may result in fire or injury.

Connect 3-core Ac power cord. DO NOT use 2-core, cable and plug.

DO NOT touch the AC plug, AC power cable or the arc fusion splicer with wet hands.
It may cause an electric shock.
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DO NOT disassemble the AC adapter, battery or the arc fusion splicer. Any
amendment or changes of S3 may cause fire, electric shock or injury.

When using an external battery pack, follow instructions below.

Using improper external battery may cause fumes, damage to the device,
burn, serious injury or even death.
DO NOT throw the battery into fire or a trash incinerator.
DO NOT charge the battery near flame or fire.
DO NOT excessively or apply physical shock to the battery.
If the batter is not fully charged or green LED is not turned on in about six
hours, stop charging immediately and contact Ilsintech co. ltd. DO NOT
put any object on the AC adapter while it is being charged.

Use the adapter (S311) and battery pack (S313) that are provided by the company at
all times. Using a different type of battery pack may cause fumes, fire, damage to the
device, injury and death.

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 Warnings
Use the battery adapter provided by the company at all times.
DO NOT use other type of AC power cord.

Make sure that no short circuit is made in the terminal of the AC adapter (S313) and
the battery. Excessive electric current may cause damage to the machine and injury.

DO NOT run S3 in an environment there is flammable liquid or toxic gas. The electric
arc of the arc fusion splicer may cause fire or explosion.

DO NOT clean S3 using compressed air or gas.

Check the condition of belt to ensure that it has no damaged or worn out parts before
transporting the carrier case using the belt. If the carrier case is dropped due to worn
out belt, it could damage the machine or people could get hurt.

Make sure to wear protective glasses while performing splicing works. If fiber
fragments come into contact with the eye or skin, it can be extremely dangerous.

DO NOT operate the arc fusion splicer at a high temperature or near heat, otherwise
injury or damage to the device may occur.

Take extra caution when handling the heater part whose surface is extremely hot.
DO NOT touch it by hand and make sure nothing contact it.

: DO NOT TOUCH : EXTREMELY HOT

:

DO NOT SPARY FREON GAS

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 Cautions
DO NOT touch the tube heater or the protection sleeve during or immediately after
heating them. The hot surface may cause injury.

DO NOT place S3 in an unstable or unbalanced place. The machine may fall, causing
injury or damage to the machine.

S3 has to be precisely adjusted and aligned. DO NOT allow the unit to receive a
strong impact. Use the supplied carrying case for its transportation and storage. The
carrying case protects S3 from breakage, moisture, shake and shock during storage
and transportation.

Replace the electrode in a timely manner and maintain it as instructed below;

Use only a specified electrode.
Place a new electrode in the correct position.
Replace the electrodes as a pair.
If the user fails to follow the above instructions, it may cause abnormal arc-discharge,
resulting in damage to the machine or degradation in splicing performance.

Use no chemicals other than ethyl alcohol (96% or greater) to clean the objective lens,
V-groove, windshield mirror, LCD monitor and body of the machine. Otherwise,
blurring, discoloration, damage or performance deterioration may occur. S3 requires
no lubrication. The use of oil or grease may degrade its performance and damage to
the equipment

DO NOT store the device in a place where temperature or humidity is high. Damage
to the machine may occur.

The technical examination of S3 must be carried out by a qualified engineer;

otherwise, fire or electric shock may occur. If any problems occur, contact Ilsintech co.
ltd for repair and maintenance.

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Ⅱ. Specifications and Components

1. Specifications

Subject Description
Arrangement Core to core type
SMF(ITU-T G.652), MMF(ITU-T G.651), DSF(ITU-T
Applicable fiber types G.653), NZDSF(ITU-T G.655), EDFA, EI980, possible to
splice different kinds of fibers (SM/MM), ITU-T G.657
Applicable diameters of
Clad : 80㎛ ~ 150㎛, Coating : 100㎛ ~ 1000㎛(Single)
fiber

Cut length 250㎛ (Coat) : 8 ~ 16mm, 900㎛ : 16mm

SMF : 0.02dB, MMF : 0.01dB, DSF : 0.04dB, NZDSF :

Splice loss (Typical)
0.04dB
Splice reflection loss >-60dB
Splice time: about 9 seconds, heating time: about 26 seconds
Operation time
(when using a S-160 (60mm) tube)
Operation programs Splice mode: 100, Heater mode: 50
Splice result count Up to 2,000 times
Recommend temperature
and humidity range for -10℃ to 50℃, humidity : 95%, non-condensing
operation
Recommended temperature
-40℃ to 80℃, 0 to 95% RH
range for storage
Wind protection 15m/s
138W×160L (including the monitor), 2.3Kg (including the
Specification
battery pack)
Connection terminals for
USB, RCA, external power
external device
Power DC 14.8V battery (5600mAh) pack, 100 ~ 240V AC adapter
External power Vehicle cigar jack (DC 12V)

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 Running times when using
About 200 times (S313)
the battery pack
Replacement cycle of
After 2,000 times of splicing
electrodes
Tension stress test 2N/4.4N (OPTION)
Two CMOS cameras and 4.3" color LCD monitor with touch
Display
panel.
Fiber view and magnification X/Y 300X, 170X

2. Components

S3 Body S313 Battery Pack

AC Cord
S311 AC Adapter

Other components
- Carrying case
- Service manual

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 3. Preparations for splicing

Fiber types 0.25 mm 0.9 mm

Basic sleeve

Fiber
protection 40 mm long 60 mm long
sleeve Micro Sleeve
20 mm
25 mm
34 mm
45 mm

Fiber Stripper
Fiber stripper

Fiber cutter [CI-03]

Fiber cutter

Fiber holder [Standard] Fiber holder [FTTH]

Cut length: 16 mm (fixed) Cut length: 10 mm (Fixed)
Cut length : 5 ~ 20 mm(Variable) Cut length: 5 ~ 20 mm(Variable)
Use cotton or gauze with alcohol dispenser.
Fiber cleaning Ethyl alcohol ( > 96%)
tools

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 Ⅲ. Product Description

Optical fiber arc fusion splicer Swift S3 has been designed for splicing various types of
optical fiber using IPS system technology. In order to meet the work conditions of both inside
and outside, it is small, light and easy to operate maintaining very low rate in splice loss and
fast splice capacity. Users have to read carefully the service manual for the maximum use of
S3.

1. External appearance of S3

Windshield Cover

Monitor (Touch panel)

Battery

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 External monitor output

PC connection terminal A/S terminal

Battery disengagement button Upgrade USB

Port

Remaining battery display button Remaining battery display

Heater 1 operation Heater 1 key

Power indicator
lamp Heater 2 operation indicator

Power switch
Heater 2
Arc discharge key
Menu key
Rest and return key

Screen change key

Perform arc fusion

Touch

Return & cancel key

Enter
Cursor

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 2. Arc fusion splicing assembly
Camera light

Upper electrode cover

Y axis camera
Cover to fix left fiber
Upper electrode
Cover to fix right fiber

X axis camera
Lower electrode cover
Lower electrode

Night light

X Reflection mirror

Windshield Cover
V-BLOCK
V-BLOCK
V-BLOCK

Y Reflection

Heater cover
Cover close lever

Heater 1

Central heater

Heater 2

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 Ⅳ. Operation

1. Supplying power

The high performance battery and its power adapter allow S3 to be operated while it is
being charged.

Charging the battery

Connect the adapter to the DC jack of the

battery and the AC cord to a wall AC outlet. The
LED is changed to green when the charging is
completed.
Since the floating charging method is applied to
S3, it can run while it is being charged.

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 The battery pack includes the protection circuit so that over discharge
and over charge can be prevented. The supply of power stops once
the protection circuit is activated. In order to deactivate the
protection circuit and resume feeding power, wait about 10 seconds
and connect the DC plug to the DC jack of the battery pack and the
AC cord of the charger to a wall outlet.

When using AC

Connect the DC Plug of the AC adapter to the

DC jack of the battery installed in the body. An
amber or green light of the battery is on when
proper AC power is fed. Make sure the rated
power is supplied. 250V or higher voltage is
not allowed. Connect the AC power cable of
the adaptor provided by the company to a wall
AC outlet.

Never use an adapter other than the one provided with the machine;
otherwise an incident such as fire may occur.

Battery capacity

Press the remaining battery display to display the remaining amount of battery

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Remaining battery amount Remaining battery amount display Percentage
(Monitor) (LED)

80 ~ 100%
(5 bars) 5 LED

60 ~ 80%
(4 bars) 4 LED

40 ~ 60%
(3 bars) 3 LED

20 ~ 40%
(2 bars) 2 LED

10%
(1 bar) 1 LED

(No bar) 1LED 5% or less

Nothing displayed

The battery must be charged when the remaining battery is as low as one bar.

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Ⅴ. Menu Description

1. Function buttons

To turn the power on and off.

When the switch is pressed and held for about 0.5 second, the power and
monitor are turned on and the indicator next to the switch is changed to
green. When the switch is pressed and held for about one second, the
indicator and power are turned off.
To move the cursor to left.
The monitor becomes darker if it is pressed on the initial screen. In
addition, it is used to control the movement of fiber and adjust the camera
focus in manual mode. (Refer to the manual mode instruction for more
detailed information).
To move the cursor to right.
The monitor becomes brighter if it is pressed on the initial screen. In
addition, it is used to control the movement of fiber and adjust the camera
focus in manual mode (Refer to the manual mode instruction for more
detailed information).
To move the cursor upward.
In manual mode it is used to select each motor (Refer to the manual mode
instruction for more detailed information).

To move the cursor downward.

In manual mode it is used to select each motor (Refer to the manual mode
instruction for more detailed information).

To open the menu screen

To cancel a selection command and return it.

To move to previous level on menu screen or cancel a setting in edit
mode.

To confirm a setting and enter function

To move to next level on menu screen or confirm a setting in edit mode.

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To execute splicing command.
To activate next action when the separated performance med is in use.

To cancel splicing command or initialize the splicing function.

To change the splicing screens. X screen, Y screen and both screens

appear whenever the key is pressed.

To activate arc during splicing in manual and separated performance

mode. In addition, it is used to perform additional discharge.

To activate the sleeve heater 1.

When it is on, the left red indicator is turned on and heater is turned if the
key is pressed one more time.

To activate the sleeve heater 2.

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 2. Turn on S3

Monitor angle

The angle of the monitor can be adjusted to

provide better view.

Monitor ON

Press the power key for about 0.5 second without

opening the windshield cover.
The initial screen is displayed after resetting all the
motors to their respective initial position.

Initial Screen

It is important to choose a right splice mode to ensure an accurate splicing result. The current
splice mode is displayed on the initial page.
A right heater mode must be selected to heat the protection sleeve. The current heater mode is
displayed on the initial page.

Press MENU key to change splice mode on the initial page.

The splice mode and heater mode are displayed on the screen.

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 3. Installing the protective sleeve loader / cooling tray

Pull out the protection sleeve loader and inset it into the right or left groove. Insert the
cooling tray into the groove at the rear side of the heater.

4. Cleaning optic fiber

Clean carefully the optic fiber with a piece of soft cloth or cotton swab soaked in alcohol. Fine
dust on the coated surface of the fiber can cause the break off or decrease once the fiber is set
inside the protection sleeve.

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 5. Inserting fiber into the protection sleeve

Insert the fiber into the protection sleeve.

Sleeve Fiber

6. Cleaning and removing the skin of fiber

Remove the skin of the fiber about 4 cm from the tip using a stripper and then,
carefully clean the fiber with a piece of soft cloth or gauze soaked in alcohol.

Use high quality ethyl alcohol with higher than 96% purity

7. Cutting an optic fiber

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 1 Place the stripped fiber on the cutter and check the desired length to cut.

2 Pull down and press the cutting level to cut the fiber.

3 Lift the cutting lever and take out the cut fiber.

4 Remove the cut fiber fragment and dispose it in a proper container.

Please refer to the user’s manual of the cutter for more detailed
information about the operation of the cutter.

8. Placing the fiber on the splicer

1 Open the windshield and holder of

the fixer.

2 Place the fiber between the V-

groove and the electrode.

V-Groove Electrod

If the coated part of the fiber is bent, place the bent part downward.
Make sure that the tip of the prepared fiber does not contact other object.

3 Hold the fiber with a hand so that it does not move and close the fixer holder.

4 Place the other fiber in the same way as 3

5 Close the windshield cover.

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 9. Splice procedure

The condition of the fiber can be observed via the image processing system installed in Swift S3.
However, an examination with operator’s naked eyes is necessary to ensure better splice result.

1 The fibers installed in the splicer move

toward each other. The moving fibers can
stop at precise positions at which point
splicing can be carried out after
completing a discharge for cleaning.
Then, the cut angle, physical condition of
the tip area and dust existence need to be
checked. If the measured cut angle is
bigger than the preset limit value or
any damage to the fiber is discovered, an error message appears on the screen and the
splice process stops. If no error message appears on the screen, examine the condition
of the cross sections with your eyes based on following figures. Any fiber that has
similar condition to any of below figures has to be removed and a new fiber must be
placed. These general defects can cause a wrong splice.

Cracked Broken Tilted

2 The fibers whose examination has completed are arranged core to core or clad to clad.
The measured values of clad axis deviation and core axis deviation can be displayed
on the screen.

It is possible to set the fibers not to be arranged after checking the cut
angles.
The maximum limit of cut angle can be changed.
Press SET key to proceed to the next step ignoring the error message
about the cut angle.
It is possible not to display the cut angle and the deviations of clad
axis and core axis during arc fusion.

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3 Discharge is carried out to perform
splicing the fibers after completing the
arrangement of the fibers.

The discharge is initiated when

the ARC key is pressed after
completing the arrangement in
non-continuous operation mode.

4 The splice loss value is measured after

completing arc fusion and displayed on
the screen. The loss value is affected by
error elements. And, these elements also
influence the estimation and computation
of the value.

The computation of the loss value is based on such clear measurement factors
as MFD. If the measured cut angle or computed loss value is greater than the
preset limit, an error message appears on the screen. Also, an alarm can be
triggered by the discovery of an abnormal condition of the spliced part
including too thick or thin area or bubbles. Even if an error message does not
occur, it is recommended to perform the arc fusion process again if the result
on the screen does not look good enough when examining it with naked eyes.

Sometimes, the spliced area can seem fatter or larger than other part. This
is normal situation and does not affect the splice loss.
Please refer to relevant parts for more information about changing the
limit values of computed splice loss or cut angle.

The splice loss can be corrected and improved in some cases via conducting
additional arc fusion. Press ARC key to conduct additional arc fusion, which will
perform the computation of splice loss value and check the condition of the spliced
area.

However, in some cases, the splice loss can be aggravated by performing

additional arc fusion splicing; hence the operator can set the additional
discharge off or limit the number of discharge.

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Growth of splice loss: causes and corrective measures

Symptoms Cause Corrective measures

Core axis deviation

Clean the V-groove or
Dust on the V-groove or holder
holder.

Core angle Dust on the V-groove or holder Clean the V-groove or holder

Check the performance of fiber

Bad condition of fiber’s tip
cutter.
Core deformation
Dust on the V-groove or holder Clean the V-groove or holder

Irregular core Check the performance of fiber

Bad condition of fiber’s tip
cutter.
Too low initial discharge or too Increase the initial discharge or
short initial discharge time initial discharge time
Inconsistent MFD
Too low discharge Too low discharge

Burned Check the performance of fiber

Bad condition of fiber’s tip
cutter.
There is still dust after cleaning or Clean carefully the fiber or increase
discharge for cleaning. the discharge duration for cleaning.
Bubbles Check the performance of fiber
Bad condition of fiber’s tip
cutter.
Too low initial discharge or too Increase the initial discharge or
short initial discharge time initial discharge time
Separation Increase the duplicated area.
Too much initial discharge or too
Decrease the initial discharge or
long initial discharge time
initial discharge time

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 Thick
Fiber is too long. Decrease the duplicated area.

Thin Incorrect discharge amount Conduct discharge calibration

Some discharge elements are not Adjust initial discharge, time
correct and duplicated area.
Line
Some discharge elements are not Adjust initial discharge, time
correct and duplicated area.

A vertical line appears on the spliced area sometimes when splicing

multimode fibers or not similar fibers (i.e. whose diameters are
different). However, it does not affect the splice loss or the splice
quality including tensile strength.

Saving splice results

The splice result can be saved and the procedure is as follows;

Total 2,000 results can be recorded and the 2001th result will be
warren on the line of the 1st result.

How to automatically save splice results (a note cannot be entered)?

When SET or RESET is pressed after completing splicing, the result is saved automatically.
Or, it can be recorded when the windshield is opened after completing a splice process on the
last screen.

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10. Removing the spliced fiber

1 Open the sleeve heater cover.

2 Open the windshield cover.

3 Hold the left fiber with your left hand from

the edge of the windshield and open the left
fixer cover.

Keep holding the fiber until transporting it to the tube heater.

4 Open the right fixer cover

5 Hold the right fiber and remove the spliced fiber from the splicer.

11. Installing the sleeve on the sleeve heater

Place the arrow of the sleeve heater to the

center of the protection sleeve. Slowly
move the spliced fiber from the light until
it reaches to the left hand at the edge of the
tube heater. Place the protection sleeve in
the middle of the tube heater.

Make sure that the splice area is placed in the middle of the protection
sleeve.

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12. Heating the protection sleeve

1 Move the fiber inserted into the

protection sleeve to the middle of the
tube heater.

2 Place the fiber covered by the

protection sleeve on the tube heater.
Apply tension to the fiber downward so
that the tube heater cover is closed

automatically when placing it on the tube heater (it applies to only the heater 1).

Make sure that the spliced area is placed in the middle of the protection
sleeve.
Place the supporting part inside the protection sleeve toward bottom.

3 Press HEAT key to start tube heating.

LED of HEAT (red) is turned off when tube heating is completed.

Tube heating stops if the HEAT key is pressed again during heating.

4 Open the heater cover and remove the fiber that has been protected from the heater.
Apply tensile force to the fiber while removing it from the heater.

The protection sleeve may have been attached to the floor of the
heater. Use a cotton swab when removing the sleeve from the
heater.

5 Check to ensure there is no bubble, fragments or dust in the sleeve at all times.

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 Ⅵ. Maintaining Splice Quality

1. Cleaning and examination prior to splicing

For cleaning and maintaining of important parts, follow below instructions.

Cleaning the V-groove

Any foreign substances inside the V-groove will affect the fixing condition of the fiber,
resulting in high splice loss. Hence, it is important to examine the V-groove often and clean
in a regular manner in accordance with following ways.

1 Open the windshield cover

2 Clean the bottom of the V-groove

with a cotton swab soaked in
alcohol and remove the remaining
alcohol inside the V-groove with a
clean and dry cotton swab. V-groove

Make sure not to touch the tip of the electrode.

DO NOT apply too much strength when cleaning the V-groove. The V-
groove may be damaged.

3 If the foreign substances inside the

V-groove are not removed by the
cotton swab soaked in alcohol, use
the tip of the cut fiber. And then,
repeat step 2 again.

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 Cleaning the fiber holder

Any foreign substances remaining in the holder can affect the holding position and
result in bad splice result. Hence, it is important to examine the fiber holder often
and clean in a regular manner in accordance with following ways.

1 Open the windshield cover.

2 Clean the surface of the fiber holder

with a cotton ball soaked in alcohol
and remove the remaining alcohol
with a clean and dry cotton swab.

Holder

Cleaning the windshield mirror

If the windshield mirror gets dirty, it will decrease the transparency level of the
fiber path and cause the improper core position of the fiber, resulting in high splice
loss rate. Clean the mirror in accordance with following instructions.

1 Clean the surface of the fiber holder

with a thin cotton ball soaked in
alcohol and remove the remaining
alcohol on the mirror surface with a
clean and dry cotton swab.
2 The windshield mirror must be kept
clean without a line, scratch or stain.

Cleaning the fiber cutter

The performance of cutting fibers can be deteriorated if the blade or clamp pads of
the fiber cutter are contaminated. In addition, the contamination of the fiber surface
or tip can cause high splice loss. For this reason, it is important to clean both the
blade and clamp pads of the cutter with a cotton ball soaked in alcohol.

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 2. Regular maintenance and cleaning

It is crucial to perform examination and cleaning in a regular manner to maintain the splice
quality of the device.

Cleaning the object lenses

The contamination of the object lens surface may cause incorrect observation of the core
position, resulting in high splice loss and abnormal performance of the device. Therefore, the
two object lenses have to be cleaned in regular manner. Otherwise, the dust will settle on the
surface continuously and it may not be removed in the end. Clean them as instructed below.

1 Turn off the power of the device prior to cleaning the lenses.

2 With an alcohol-soaked soft cotton swab, clean the (X axis and Y axis) lenses
drawing spiral in form from the middle to the edge of the lenses. Remove remaining
alcohol on the surface of the lenses with dry and clean cotton ball.

Make sure to remove the electrode before cleaning the object lenses.
Be careful not to touch the tip of the electrode when cleaning the object lenses.

3 The surface of the lenses must be

kept clean without a line, scratch or
stain.

4 Check to ensure there is no line,

scratch or stain on the surface via the
monitor screen after turning on the
power. The condition of the lens
surface must be examined on the X
and Y screens, changing the screen
by pressing X and Y keys.

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Replacement of the windshield mirror

If you cannot clean the mirror clearly or remove stains completely, the mirror has to
be replaced.

1 Turn of the power of the splicer

Open the windshield cover and, as shown in the below figures, push out the mirror
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case hook until you hear a click sound. Lift the mirror lock and detach the mirror.

Mirror lock

Mirror hook

3 Insert a new mirror into the mirror lock and assemble the parts in reverse manner of
disassembling.

Make sure that the surface of the

mirror has been properly inserted.
If it is not properly placed, the
central line of the fiber cannot be
observed accurately.

4 Clean the mirror.

5 Turn on the power and examine if there is any line, scratch or stains on the surface via
the monitor screen. The condition of the lens surface must be examined on the X and
Y screens, changing the screen by pressing X and Y keys.

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Rotation of the cutter’s blade

If the cutter does not properly cut the fiber, rotate the blade by 1/16 point so that the sharp
area is placed at the cutting position. Follow the instructions.

1 Loosen slightly the right wrench bolt on the cutter using the hexagonal wrench
attached at the bottom of the cutter.

2 Rotate the blade with a cotton swab; adjust the blade number to face the top position.

3 Fasten the right wrench bolt on the cutter.

Be careful not to touch the edge of the blade when rotating it. Use a thin
cotton swab to move the blade to ensure easier and safer replacement.

4 Return the hexagonal wrench to its original position.

Please refer to the user’s manual of the cutter for the information about
blade replacement.

Blade Replacement

Replace the blade when all the 16 positions of the blade have been used.

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 Ⅶ. Menu

1. Splice menu

The most optimized splice settings for the accurate combination of fibers consists of following
factors for splicing. Here, the splice factors depend on the combination of and differences
between fibers.

Factors for adjusting discharge and heating

Factors for computing the estimated loss
Factors for adjusting the arrangement and splice process
Maximum tolerance values before triggering an error message.

The types of the optimized splicing factors for the best combination of fibers have already been
saved in the splicer. These information saved as database can be used by copying to the user
program part. These factors can be amended for a better combination of fibers.

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 Database

Splice mode Description

The key profiles of fibers are observed and the fibers are automatically
spliced. Users are not allowed adjusting the discharge amount.

Key points of auto mode

The basic NZDS splice mode is used for splicing NZDS
fibers. However, it recommends the most optimized splice
mode selected for the NZDS fiber in question to ensure the
best result. It is because the changes in the nature of the
fiber. The most optimized splice factor is the difference
between the types of NZDS fiber.
The fibers placed at right and left, respectively, are
separately identified. If one of the fibers is identified
AUTO differently, an error message appears. In order to cancel it,
press SET key. Then, the splice of the fibers is carried out.

SM For splicing basic single mode fibers. MFD is 9~10um at the frequency of
1310nm.
For splicing NZDS fibers. MFD is 9~10um at the frequency of 1550nm.
NZ WDM fibers can be spliced in this mode as well.
DS For splicing DS fibers. MFD is 7~9um at near 550nm.
MM For splicing multi mode fibers.
Core diameter : 50.0 ~ 62.5um
AT1/AT2 Attenuation splice
Splice modes other than presented above are saved in the arc fusion splicer
Others database. New splice modes will be continuously added to the database.
Please contact Ilsintech for the latest available splice modes.

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 Selection of a splice mode

Select the most appropriate splice mode depending on the type of the fibers to be spliced.

1 In ready status, press “MENU” or touch “MENU” icon on the screen to call menu.
The splice mode appears when the splice menu is selected or clicked using the cursor.

Ready status Menu screen

2 Move the selection bar up and down using arrows and enter to select. Or, simply tap the
desired mode on the screen and tap “Select” again.

Splice mode setting

Press ESC key or tap Close on the screen to end the splice
mode selection menu.

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Generation and deletion of a splice mode

How to generate a splice mode

Tap “New” on the screen. Move to the type of fiber that is about to use and press
“ENTER”. Or, tap the mode and “OK” on the LCD.

Splice mode setting

Selection of the to-be-generated mode

The generated splice mode

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How to change the splice mode

Tap “Replace” on the screen. Move to the type of fiber that is about to use and press
“ENTER”. Or, tap the mode and “OK” on the LCD.

Splice mode setting Selection of the mode to be changed

The modes that are generated and listed after number 16 on the list can be changed.

How to remove a splice mode

A splice mode can be deleted. Follow the instructions below.

1 Select the desired splice mode and press the right arrow key to open the splice
mode edit menu. Press “ENTER” key to select the fiber type.

Select “0:BLANK” and press “ENTER” to activate it.

2

Splice modes from 1 to 16 on the list cannot be deleted.

Mode number 1 is automatically selected when a splice mode is deleted.

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 Editing reference or splice modes

The splice factors belonging to each splice mode can be modified. The two of most
important factors – discharge and time – can be amended as follow;

Press the right direction arrow to display the splice mode edit on the splice mode setting.
1
Or tap “Edit”.

Splice mode setting

2 Move the cursor to the element that needs to be changed by pressing the up and down
keys or tapping the screen.

3 Press right arrow or tap “Edit” to select an element. The values can be adjusted using
right or left direction key or tapping the screen in each element edit screen. Press
“ENTER” to save the amended value.

Splice mode setting Changing the value

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The list of the splice factors for splice modes including AUTO, SM, DS, MM and NZ is
presented below.

Only some elements as shown below are displayed on the screen in the Auto, SM, DS, MM and
NZ modes for the sake of easy operation. Other factors that are not shown on the screen have
been set to the most appropriate values in the factory.

Factor Description
The splice modes saved in the database are displayed. The mode
Fiber type selected by the user is copied to the splice mode in the user side
program.
Splice method 1 The titles of splice ways are displayed as 11 characters.
Detailed description of the splice ways are described as 11 characters.
Splice method 2
The titles are presented in the splice edit mode.
An error message appears if the cut angle of either left or right end of
Cut angle
fiber exceeds the limit.
An error message appears if the estimated splice loss value exceeds the
Loss rate
limit.
Discharge The discharge amount is set differently for each mode.
The discharge time is set differently for each mode and automatically
Discharge time
decided in accordance with fiber type when the auto mode is selected.
The discharge for cleaning occurs for short time for burning the fine
Cleaning duration
dust on the fiber surface. It can be modified in this factor.
In some cases, the splice loss can be improved by applying additional
Re-discharge time
discharge. And the duration of the re-discharge can be modified here.

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 Editing splice mode

This function allows you to set multiple splice modes that meet the work environment.
Description of various parameters and their uses are explained below.

Parameters Description
The user can select appropriate modes from the default splice modes
Fiber type
and edit the copy of the splice modes saved in the database.
Mode title 1 The title can be composed of 1 to 11 characters.
It consists of up to 11 characters and is used to provide more detailed
Mode title 2
information. It can be found in the [Splice Mode] menu.
It is used to set the fiber arrangement methods
Arrangement “Core” : Fibers are arranged to the core positions of both fibers.
“Clad” : Fibers are arranged to the center position of clad.
It allows focusing during the observation of fibers. The focal plane
moves to near core and away from the core by increasing and reducing
Left focus
the figure, respectively. Auto focusing is recommended. Fibers in the
Right focus
left and right position are focused independently. It works when
different types of fibers are spliced.
Eccentricity It is used to set the offset ratio of axes when arranging fibers.
adjustment
The effect of discharged amount is maximized as the fibers have been
Auto power
arranged the most closely to the core center and fewer errors occur.
If [Tensile force] is set to “ON”, a test is carried out during the
Tensile force test opening the windshield after splicing or pressing SET.

It sets the tolerance range of cut angle.

Cut angle range An error message appears when a measured right, left or both angles
exceed the range.
It sets the error range of estimated loss.
Loss rate An error message appears when the estimated loss is greater than the
maximum range.
An error message appears when the bending value of the spliced two
Fiber angle limit
fibers exceeds the set limit.
A short period of discharge is performed to remove the fine dust on the
Discharge time for
fiber surface as setting the distance between the cross sections of
cleaning
fibers. The duration of the discharge is set here.
It sets the distance between the left and right cross sections during the
Distance
arrangement and initial discharge time.

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 It sets the position of the fibers to the center of discharge.
When the MFD of the left and right fibers are inconsistent, the MFD
can be spliced by melting the fiber with smaller MFD. The splice loss
Center position
can be improved by moving the set distance position toward the fiber
with larger MFD from the center of discharge so that more heat is
given to the fiber with smaller MFD.
It is set by the initial discharge amount from the beginning of
discharge to the moment before the fibers start moving forward. At
this moment, if the initial value is too low, the axis’ offset can occur
Initial discharge
due to bad cross section angle of the fiber. On the other hand, if the
initial value is too high, the fiber can be burned out or shaped round,
resulting in aggravating the splice loss.
It is set by the initial discharge time beginning of discharge to the
Initial discharge moment before the fibers start moving forward. The meaning of [long
time discharge time] indicates greater [amount of initial discharge].

It sets the duplication amount of the fifers from the forward amount. If
[the initial discharge] is weak or [initial discharge time] is not long
Duplication
enough, the [duplication] needs to be smaller. On the other hand, it
should be set to bigger if the discharge is strong or the time is longer.
The discharge can be adjusted by two steps. The first step is discharge
Discharge 1 1 and second is discharge 2. Discharge 1 is set here.

Discharge time 1 It sets the time of discharge 1.

Discharge 2 It is the second step of discharge. Discharge 2 is set here.
It sets the time of discharge 2.
In general, [Discharge time 2] is set to “OFF”. It is possible to set a
Discharge time 2
very long discharge time; however, if the discharge time 1 and 2 is
longer than 30 seconds, the discharge unit can be damaged.
It sets discharge to ON and OFF alternatively while the discharge 2 is
performing discharge. The duration of discharge 2’s operation is set
Discharge time ON
here. The discharge time ON has to be set always in order to conduct
re-discharge.
It is used to set the duration of discharge 2’s off time. When the
Discharge time
discharge 2 stops working, the re-discharge stops as well sometimes.
OFF
Set this parameter to “OFF” if a continuous re-discharge is required.
It sets the re-discharge time.
It automatically sets the re-discharge to discharge the same amount as
Re-discharge time
[Discharge 2] in [Splice Mode Edit]. If discharge 2 is set to ON and
OFF, the re-discharge is automatically set to ON and OFF as well.
Attraction splice The splice loss rate increases sometimes when the fiber becomes

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 thinner. The attraction splice is set to “ON”. The three factors of the
attraction are decided by following three parameters.
Attraction waiting It sets the time between the last moment of fiber’s moving forward and
time the initiation of attraction.
Attraction speed It sets the speed of fiber attraction.
Attraction time It sets the time of attraction.
“OFF”, “Core” or “Clad”
Estimation modes “Clad” is selected during the MMF splicing.
One of these can be chosen as a method to estimate the splice loss.
Left MFD The MFD of left and right is set. The estimated splice loss for left and
Right MFD right MFDs has to be computed, respectively.
It refers to the sum of the initially measured splice loss value and
increased loss value. When splicing special types of fiber or different
kinds of fiber, a high splice loss can occur even under an optimized
Deviation
discharge condition. The minimum value of the actual splice loss has
to be set in order to accord the actual splice loss value with estimated
splice loss value.
Core arrangement Core arrangement proceed, Core irregularity and Inconsistent MFD
proceed affect the measurement of splice loss. If the estimated mode is set to
Core irregularity “OFF” or “Clad”, the core step, core irregularity and MFD defect are
automatically set to “OFF”. If the splice estimation that is considered
Inconsistent MFD to be certain is required to be amended, it is modified using Core
arrangement proceed, Core irregularity and Inconsistent MFD.

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Entering mode title / notes / password

The list of characters is displayed underneath when choosing the mode title, note
or password.

1 Select desired characters using up, down, left and right keys or tapping each character
on the screen. Then, press “ENTER” to confirm the selections.

2 Confirm the selection of characters by pressing “ENTER” or tapping “Done” on the

screen.

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 Attenuation splice mode

The attenuation mode is designed to attenuate the focal point of splice by

intentionally generating the deviation of axes; it consists of two types.

One of “AT1(SM)”, “AT1(DS)”, “AT2(SM)”, “AT2(DS)” and “AT2(MM)” has been

selected by default.

[AT1] Mode

[AT1] performs fiber splice intentionally using the core axis deviation. [AT1] displays the
estimated splice loss value. But this data is not an accurate loss value but just a reference. It is
recommended to use power meter to measure the accurate splice loss value.

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 2. Heater menu

The heater mode consists of 12 different modes. The operator needs to choose the most
appropriate heater mode prior to using the protection sleeve.

The protection sleeve type uses the tube heat functions. The reference of this mode
can be found in the database. Any contents required can be copied to and amended
in the user’s program.

Database

Parameters Description
A mode to heat the standard 60mm sleeve.
S-160
Ilsintech S-160
Ilsintech S-140
S-140
A mode to heat the standard 40 mm sleeve.
34mmA A mode to heat the standard 34 mm macro sleeve.
25mmA A mode to heat the standard 25 mm macro sleeve.
20mmA A mode to heat the standard 20 mm macro sleeve.
40mmB A mode to heat the standard 40 mm macro sleeve.
34mmB A mode to heat the standard macro sleeve.
25mmB A mode to heat the standard 25 mm macro sleeve.
20mmB A mode to heat the standard 20 mm macro sleeve.
45mmC A mode to heat the standard macro 45 mm sleeve.
34mmC A mode to heat the standard 34 mm macro sleeve.
25mmC A mode to heat the standard 25 mm macro sleeve.

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Selecting a heater mode

Select a heater mode that is the most appropriate for the fiber protection sleeve in
use.

1 The menu appears when pressing “MENU” is pressed or tapping “MENU” icon on the
screen in ready mode.
The heater mode is displayed when selecting the heater menu with the cursor or tapping
it.

Ready mode Menu screen

2 Use up and down keys to select a heater mode and press “ENTER” to confirm the
selection. Or, select a heater mode by tapping it and tap “Select” to confirm it.

Setting a heater mode

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Modifying heater mode

It is allowed to modify or amend the status of the tube heater, which are saved in the
heater mode.

1 Select the edit mode in the [Heater mode selection] menu using the cursor.
Click it to display [Heater mode edit].

Setting heater mode Editing each element

2 Move the cursor to a desired location by using up and down keys

or tapping the screen.

3 Press right arrow key or tap “Edit” to select an item. The value of
each item can be adjusted by using left and right keys or tapping
the screen. Press “ENTER” to save the modified value.

Editing of each item and generation / modification of a heater mode can be done in
the same way as the splice mode (see page 38).

Parameters Description
• To set the proper sleeve type
• Entire heater mode list is displayed.
Sleeve type
• The program mode that the user intends to use can be copied or
selected from the list.
Method name 1 • A heater mode title is displayed at the right bottom on the screen

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 while splice and heating are in operation.
• Up to 5 characters
• The heater mode is described in the [Sleeve type] screen.
Method name 2
• Up to 13 characters
• It sets heater adjustment sequence.
• LONG 1 : use of 60mm protection sleeve
• LONG 2 : The 60 mm protection sleeve is also used for a fiber cut
by 8 mm and coated with Ny.
Heater adjustment • MIDDLE : The 40 mm protection sleeve is used.
• MICRO 1 : The micro sleeve is used for a fiber with 900㎛ in
external diameter.
• Mircro 2 : The 34mm micro sleeve or a little longer sleeve.
• Mircro 3 : The 34mm micro sleeve or a little shorter sleeve.
• It sets the heating time.
• The heating time is automatically adjusted depending on the
Heating time
surrounding temperature. The actual heating time could be longer or
shorter than the set [Heating time].
• It sets the heating temperature.
Heater temperature • Ny coated fibers are used by cutting them by 8 mm and [Heating
temperature] has to be higher than 190°C.
• It sets the ending temperature.
• The sleeve can be removed after completing heating.
• [Caution] If the ending temperature is higher, a buzzer sound
Ending temperature occurs before the sleeve cools down. If the temperature is higher
than 1,000°C, the fiber remaining in the splice point could be
compressed and transformed when removing the sleeve from the
tube heater.

Set the temperature below 200℃ when heating the standard sleeve.
DO NOT set the heating time longer than 120 seconds at high temperature
(higher than 150℃).

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 3. Additional functions for splice

There are 6 sub menus within the additional functions for splice menu.

It can be selected using left and right keys and “ENTER” or tapping the screen.

Basic matters

General settings for the entire modes of splice and tube heater operation can be done.

Setting menu

Parameters Description
The splice process is performed automatically if “Auto splice” is set to
“ON”.
Auto splice
The splice process is carried out automatically when the windshield is
closed after preparing fibers inside the splicer.
The splice work stops after completing the adjustment of the distance
between fibers when Pause 1 is set to ON.
Pause 1
The splice process is continued when pressing SET button.
The cut angle is displayed on the screen during the pause.

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 The splice work stops after completing the arrangement of fibers when
Pause 2 Pause 2 is sent to ON.
Discharge splice process is activated when pressing ARC button.
Data display
When it is set to ON, the cut angles of left and right are measured and
Cut angle
displayed on the screen.
When it is set to ON, the result of measuring the arrangement deviation
Axis deviation
of core and clad is displayed on the screen.

Displaying data

The user can choose whether to display the cut angle and axis deviation on the screen during
splicing.

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 Ignoring a splice error

The user is allowed to choose whether an error is detected or not while the splice is in progress
or it is completed.

Setting menu

Parameters Description
If it is set to ON, an error message appears when the cut angle set for
Cleave
each mode is exceeded.
If it is set to ON, an error message appears when the loss limit for each
Loss
mode is exceeded.
If it is set to ON, an error message appears if the surface of the fibers
Fiber Dirty
placed in the splicer is not clean.
If it is set to ON, an error message appears when the spliced area of the
Thickness
fiber whose splice is done is too thick or thick.
If it is set to ON, an error message appears when bubbles are generated
Bubble
in the core of the priced area.
If it is set to ON, an error message appears when too long fibers are
Fiber too long
placed in the V-groove.

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 Compensating discharge

Air pressure and temperature are crucial factors for discharging when performing splice.
Therefore, the user is allowed to choose whether to compensate the discharge depending
on air pressure and temperature.

TV Output

The contents of the splicer can be printed via external visual equipment and applicable
output methods can be determined.

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 4. Checking arc fusion splice result

The splice result saved in the memory can be displayed and the saved result can be added or
modified.

It can be selected using left and right keys and “ENTER” or tapping the screen.

Displaying splice result

The splice mode type, fiber condition, climate conditions and splice result can be
verified.
Select a desired item among the displayed splice items and press “ENTER” key.

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 Deleing a result

A part of or the entire splice results can be deleted.

Deleting discharge count

The use count of the electrode in use can be deleted. An error message requiring the
replacement of electrode may appear if a new electrode is used without deleting the
count after replacement.

This function should be activated after replacing the

electrode.

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 Splicing result image

The slicing status of fiber during splicing can be saved and checked later.

Deleting splicing result image

A part of or the entire images that have been saved can be deleted.

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 5. Calibration

The calibration menu consists of 7 sub menus and is used for checking the basic matters
that can be troubled during the operation of the splicer and the condition of the device. It
includes discharge calibration, self diagnosis and dust inspection.

Discharge calibration

The changes of surrounding temperature, humidity and air pressure that have been
detected by relevant sensors affect the calibration of discharge. But the changes in
discharge due to the abrasion of the electrode and splice are not automatically calibrated.
Also, the center axis can be moved to left or right while performing splice resulting in
the change of the spliced position of the fiber. For this reason, discharge calibration is
required.

[Discharge calibration] is a function to change the “element” value of

the discharged voltage. The value is used for the computation program
for splicing. In addition, the calibration value of discharge cannot be
changed in the splice mode.
For the purpose of discharge calibration, a single mode fiber is used.

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 1 Select [discharge calibration] in the [Splice menu] to open discharge calibration
screen.

2 Place the fiber to splice on the splicer

In general, SM or DS fibers are used for discharge calibration.

If there is dust on the fiber used for calibration, the discharge
calibration may be affected.

3 To activate it, press “ENTER” or tap the activation icon.

Discharge is carried out after arranging the fibers and the amount of
discharge is adjusted according to the discharge condition.

4 Result similar to following is displayed on the screen when measuring is completed.

“Test Finish” message

This message indicates that discharge voltage calibration and splice position have
been successfully completed. Press “Esc” to end this function.

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 “Test again” message

This message indicates that the discharge voltage calibration and splice position have been
completed but since the measured value after calibration has been changed a lot comparing
to the set value, the discharge calibration has to be carried out again.
The calibration can be stopped by pressing “Esc” even if it has not completed.

In some cases, re-discharge has to be conducted multiple times until

“Test Finish” or a message indicating test success is displayed. Even if
no message indicating test success is presented after several times of
re-discharge, it could be considered to have been almost completed.

Setting cut angle limit

It indicates the cut angle that is measured during the discharge calibration. Therefore, it
does not affect the cut angle set for each splice mode and the set angle will be applied
only during the calibration.

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 Self diagnosis

Swift S3 is designed to check its entire functions by simple self diagnosis tests. It is
useful to check the functional condition of the arc fusion splicer.

1 The self diagnosis can start by pressing “ENTER” or tapping the screen after
removing fibers from the device. See the table below.

Test item Description

1 LED Test Check the brightness of LED.
2 Motor Test Check the performance of each motor.
Observe fibers to find if there is any dust or foreign
3 Dust Test
substances.

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 2 Place properly fibers in the V-groove of splicer after completing dust test.
The process of calibrating motors is initiated when pressing “ENTER” or tapping
the screen.

3 The result will be displayed on the screen when the tests are completed. If necessary,
clean the object lenses. If the foreign substances are not removed after cleaning the
object lenses, it is possible that there is a problem in the optic transfer path. In this
case, contact Ilsintech. Perform dust test and LED test from [Calibration menu].

Dust test

The arc fusion splicer observes fibers through after processing the image visually. Dusts
or dirt on the camera, lenses or windshield mirror may interrupt normal observation of
fibers, causing a wrong splice result. This function checks the optic fiber path if it is
contaminated so it can result in a splice problem.

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 1 Remove any fibers placed in the splicer and press “ENTER” key to start the test.

2 If an error message appears on the screen after checking, clean the windshield mirror
and the objective lenses and perform [Dust test] again. Refer to “Maintaining splice
quality” for the instructions on how to clean.

3 Press “Esc” to end dust test.

If the foreign substances are not removed after cleaning the

windshield mirror or the object lenses, contact Ilsintech.

LED Test

The arc fusion splicer observes fibers after processing the image visually. Dusts or dirt
on the camera, lenses or windshield mirror may interrupt normal observation of fibers,
causing a wrong splice result. This function checks the optic fiber path if it is
contaminated so it can result in a splice problem.

1 Remove any fibers placed in the splicer and press “ENTER” key to start the test.

2 If an error message appears on the screen after checking, clean the windshield mirror
and the objective lenses and perform [Dust test] again. Refer to “Maintaining splice
quality” for the instructions on how to clean.

3 Press “Esc” to end dust test.

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 If the foreign substances are not removed after cleaning the
windshield mirror or the object lenses, contact Ilsintech.

Running motors

The each of six motors installed in the splicer can be run manually, respectively. The
motors can be run using this menu after activating [Pause 1] or [Pause 2] during splicing.

1 Use buttons to select a motor. The name of the selected motor is displayed at

the top left on the screen.

2 Use buttons to move the selected motor to a desired direction.

Motor
ZL/ZR ZL/ZR Move forward ZL/ZR Move backward
X/Y Fibers are moved downward. Fibers are moved upward.
X CAM The lenses are moved away The lenses are moved toward
Y CAM from the fiber the fiber.

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 6. Electrode

It is necessary to regularly check and clean the splicer because the electrode is worn out
and silica oxidized substances are deposited. This menu is about replacing the electrode
and composed of 4 sub menus.

Electrode warning

The recommended replacement cycle of an electrode is 3,000 times use. You can set the
replacement cycle. Then, when the set cycle completes, a message to recommend the
replacement of the electrode appears.

Use count of electrode

The use count of electrode is displayed.

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 Electrode replacement

The recommended replacement cycle of an electrode is 3,000 times use. When the set
cycle completes, a message to recommend the replacement of the electrode appears. For
the replacement of the electrode, you have to turn off the power of the device. If you
continue operating the splicer without replacing the worn electrode, the splice loss rate
increases and the spliced point becomes weaker.

1 Turn off the splicer power.

Open the electrode cover and unscrew the bolt.

2

Remove the electrode cover and take out the used electrode.
3
Carefully clean the new electrode with a cotton swab soaked in alcohol and install it in
4 the splicer.

Electrode cover

Electrode

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 i. Place the electrode inside the groove in the electrode cover.
ii. Close the electrode cover.

iii. Fasten the bolt again.

Make sure that no damage to the splicer occurs.

Place the electrode cover at the precise position and fasten the
bolt, pressing the cover.

5 Turn on the power. Perform the stabilization of the electrode from the
[Electrode] menu.

Electrode stabilization

Sometimes, surrounding environment may cause the occurrence of irregular discharges

or splice loss increase. In particular, since it takes a while until discharge is stabilized
when the splicer is in lower or higher location, you have to keep adjusting the discharge
until the electrode in the case is stabilized. When the measuring is completed “Test
Finish” message appears, which indicates that [Discharge calibration] has been properly
completed.

1 Remove the fibers in the splicer to perform splicing.

2 Press “ENTER” key to activate the process for the stabilization of the electrode.

3 The stabilization process is completed when [Discharge calibration] ends.

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 7. Locking menu

Menus of the splicer can be locked.

Item Description
Splice Lock Check the item to lock it.
Heater Lock Check the item to lock it.
History Lock Check the item to lock it.
Splice Lock If this item is checked, you will be asked to enter password when
entering the lock menu.

8. Settings

You can modify the detailed settings of the splicer in this menu which contains 8 sub
menus.

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 Language

It is used to set the language display.

Date

It is used to set the date and time that is saved in the splicer.

1 Select the menu for [Setting date].

2 When the screen for setting Year, Month, Date appears, enter
appropriate date and time information using left and right direction
key to move the cursor and up and down keys to change the figure.
Or you can enter them by tapping the screen.
3 Press “ENTER” key to save the settings.

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 Power saving

The function to save power is an important function in terms of energy efficiency. When
the device is power by the batter pack, operating the device without setting the power
saving mode will result in the decrease of available splice times. It is recommended to
use the power saving function. Specifically, you can set following functions.

Turning off the monitor

The LCD will be automatically turned off, if the splicer is not used for a specific
period of time. When run by the battery pack, make sure to activate this function.

The monitor is turned on again when you press any key on the
keypad.

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 Turning off the splicer

The splicer will be automatically turned off, if the splicer is not used for a
specific period of time.

Changing password

The password of the splicer can be changed.

1 Enter the current password using up, down, left and right keys and tapping the
characters by a finger and press “ENTER” key.

The password was

set to 12345678 in
the factory.

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2 Enter new password.

3 Enter the new password again to check if it is correctly set.

When changing the password, if an incorrect password is entered or you press

a wrong button, the screen moves to upper level.
You have to remember the password. If you lose the password, the device has
to be brought to the factory to repair it.

If the correct password is If an incorrect password is

entered, the change is entered, the process has to start
completed. over.

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 Buzzer

The buzzer can be turned on or off.

Theme

The screen theme can be changed.

Monitor display

The position of the swivel monitor can be changed depending on work situation.

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 Front Rear

Adjusting monitor brightness

The brightness of LCD can be adjusted.

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 9. Information

Maintenance information

When [Maintenance information] is selected, following information is displayed.

Items Description
The date when equipment was manufactured (year, month and
Production date
date).
Discharge count since the replacement of the electrode.
Discharge count It can be initialized to ‘0’ by activating [Deleting discharge
count] in the [Sub] menu.
Total discharge count Total discharge count since its first operation.
Last maintenance date The date when the device was maintained most recently.

Next maintenance date The date where the device will be maintained next time.

Serial number The unique serial number given to the device.

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 Sensor information

The splicer consists of various sensors including temperature, pressure and humidity.

Program information

The version of the program in use can be checked.

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 Ⅷ. Data Sync

1. Running Data Sync

Connect the splicer to the PC using a cable and run on your PC.
Datasync.exe

2. Setting - COM PORT

① Select the cable port to use in COM PORT

② It is set to COM1 by default.

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 3. Setting – Splice Mode

① Select Splice Mode.

② Press View after selecting Get File to display the result.
③ If you select FTP Transfer the result can be transferred to FTP server.

4. Setting – HEAT Mode

① Select HEAT Mode.

② Press View after selecting Get File to display the result.
③ If you select FTP Transfer the result can be transferred to FTP server.

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 5. Setting – MOTOR OFFSET

① Select MOTOR OFFSET.

② Press View after selecting Get File to display the result.
③ If you select FTP Transfer the result can be transferred to FTP server.

6. Memory – SPLICE RESULT

① Select SPLICE RESULT.

② Press View after selecting Get File to display the result.
③ If you select FTP Transfer the result can be transferred to FTP server.

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 7. Memory – SPLICE IMAGE

① Select SPLICE IMAGE.

② Display image list by choosing Get List.
※ The images that were saved by the operator after completing splicing will be on the
list.
③ Image files can be transferred to your PC by selecting the list and Get File.
④ The images can be transferred to FTP server if you select FTP Transfer.

8. Production - Serial Number

① Select Serial Number.

② Select READ to display Serial Number.
③ Serial Number can be amended by selecting Write.

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9. Production – Production Date

① Select Production Date.

② Select READ to display Production Date.
③ Production Date can be amended by selecting Write.

10. Production – A/S Date

① Select A/S Date.

② Select READ to display A/S Date.
③ A/S Date can be amended by selecting Write.

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11. Production – Total Electrode

① Select Total Electrode.

② Select READ to display Total Electrode.
③ Total Electrode can be amended by selecting Write Total Electrode.

12. Production – Total Electrode

① Select Electrode.
② Select READ to display Total Electrode.
③ Electrode can be amended by selecting Write Electrode.

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13. Firmware Update

① Select Firmware Update.

② It automatically connects to FTP server to check the version, date and size.
③ Select DOWNLOAD And INSTALL or INSTALL to update the latest version of
Firmware.

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 Ⅸ. Error Messages

1. FIBER DIRTY

It is displayed when the fiber prepared for splice is contaminated more than normal
status.

⇒ Reset the fiber after cleaning the fiber

2. REPLACE POSITION

It is displayed when the fiber is not placed in the middle of the electrode and V-groove
or the object lenses or reflection mirror is contaminated.

⇒ Press Reset button and place the fiber in the

middle of the electrode and V-groove.

⇒ Check the condition of the lenses and reflection

mirror and remove any dirt.

3. Too Long Fiber

It is displayed when the fiber is placed too close to the electrode, the lenses or reflection
mirror is dirty or LED light is not bright enough.

⇒ Press Reset button and place the fiber again.

⇒ Remove dust and dirt from the lenses and reflection
mirror.
⇒ Conduct an LED test. If an error occurs, contact
Ilsintech.

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 4. FIBER OVER ANGLE

It is displayed when the measured cut angle of the fiber is greater than the limit.

⇒ Reset the fiber after checking the condition of

the fiber cutter.

⇒ Check the value of the cut angle.

5. LOSS LIMIT OVER

It is displayed when the estimated splice loss is greater than the limit.

⇒ Check the value of the splice loss limit.

6. FIBER THIN ERROR

It is displayed when the spliced part becomes thinner after completing the splice.

⇒ Reduce the attraction length of the attraction splice.

⇒ Check whether the discharge amount is set too big or the discharge time is set to long.

7. FIBER THICK ERROR

It is displayed when the spliced part becomes unnecessarily thicker after completing the
splice.

⇒ Reduce the set value of duplication.

⇒ Check whether the discharge amount is set too small or the discharge time is set to
short.

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 8. CORE BUBBLE

It is displayed when bubbles or dots exist in the spliced part after completing the splice.

⇒ Check the condition of the fiber cutter.

⇒ Clean the V-groove.

⇒ Check the condition of the electrode.

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 Ⅹ. How to deal with splicing problems

Please do as instructed below when the splice loss is too big or any abnormal operation is
discovered.

1. When the splice loss is too high

1 It may have been caused by dirt or dust on the surface of fibers.

z Carefully clean the surface of the fibers.

z DO NOT clean the fiber after being cut so as to prevent the contamination
of its cross section.
z DO NOT push the fiber through the V-groove when setting it.
z Set the fiber by putting it down from the top.

2 The arrangement of the fibers can be interrupted by the dirt in the V-groove.

z Keep the V-groove and fiber fixer clean at all times.

3 Bad electrode

z Replace the electrode if it is worn out, its tip is bent or contaminated.

4 Improper discharge or discharge time

z Check the set values of discharge amount and discharge time and reset
them, if necessary.
z The machine is delivered after being set to the most optimized values.

5 Inappropriate splice mode

z Check if the proper splice mode for the fiber that is to be spliced has been
selected.

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2. Abnormal operation of arc fusion splice

1 The arrangement activity is repeated.

z Open the windshield cover and close it again.

z Rest the system by pressing Reset button when an error occurs by
opening the windshield cover. Turn off the power and contact Ilsintech.

2 The error message of “Too Long Fiber” appears repeatedly.

z Reset and turn off the power. Contact Ilsintech.

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Ⅺ. Q&A

1. Power

Unable to turn off the power by pressing the power button.

Press the switch and hold it for about 1 second and release the button when the monitor
is turned off.

2 Unable to perform many times of splicing with the battery pack that has been fully
charged.

If the power saving mode is not activated, the battery runs out quickly. Please refer to
[Power saving mode] for more information. If the battery pack has not been used for a
while, charge it again until it is charged fully.
Use a new battery pack if the battery pack in use has been used for a long time and its
recommended use period has passed. Since the battery works based on chemical
reactions, the amount of power decreases at a low temperature and, in particular, it
runs out very quickly when the temperature is below zero. Also, the battery runs out
fast when it is used at a high temperature because the power consumption increases. If
you cannot charge the battery pack fully, do as instructed below.

LED is not turned on while charging the battery pack.

3
Disconnect the AC power cord from the charger and connect the DC cord to the
charging jack. Connect the AC power cord in 10 to 15 seconds. The LED of the
battery pack is turned on red and charging begins.

4 Nothing is displayed on the indicator of the battery pack.

Charge the battery pack.

When the battery indicator provides wrong information.

5
Use the indicator information only for your information. This issue may occur when
the indicator is not working properly.

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2. Splice operation

1 When an error message appears on the screen.

Refer to the [Error message list] for detailed information.

2 Irregular or high splice loss

Cleaning the V-groove, fiber holder, windshield mirror and object lenses referring to
[Maintaining splice quality]. Replace the electrode referring to [Replacing electrode].
Refer to “High estimated loss” on the [Error message list].
If the fiber is twisted or bent, place the bent direction down. The splice loss will vary
depending on the cut angle, discharge conditions and the contamination condition of
fiber. If you cannot fix the high spice loss problem after performing abovementioned
methods, contact Ilsintech. It is recommended to conduct a regular maintenance of
the machine once per year to ensure good splice quality.

3 Check the splice procedure.

Refer to [Splice procedure].

4 Monitor is turned off suddenly.

Press key and check the power saving menu.

5 The power of the splicer is turned off suddenly.

Turn on the splicer again and check the power saving menu.

6 How to change the limit values of the cut angle, splice loss and fiber angle.

Refer to [Editing splice modes].

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 7 An error message can be ignored.

Refer to [Additional functions for splice].

8 Unable to Discharge amount and time.

You cannot change discharge amount and time in SM, NZ, MM or Auto mode. A
proper discharge amount can be maintained in these modes by performing
[Discharge calibration]. The discharge amount and time will set automatically to
prevent from being changed in other mode.

9 How to set pause?

Refer to [Additional functions for splice].

How to display the cut angle, fiber angle and core / clad?
10

Refer to [Additional functions for splice].

11 Difference between estimated splice loss and measured splice loss.

The estimated splice loss is just a result from computation so it has to be used for
information only. The fiber parts of the splicer have to be maintained clean at all
times. When splicing special fibers, adjust [MFD – left] and [MFD – right]. When
splicing different kinds of fibers, [minimum loss] and [MFD difference] have to be
adjusted. Refer to parameter settings of the other splice modes saved in the database
sector for setting parameters.

12 Re-discharge is ON/OFF discharge when using special modes.

Set [Discharge 2 ON time] and [Discharge 2 OFF time] to 500 and “OFF’,
respectively. Refer to [Editing splice modes].

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3. Operation of the tube heater

The fiber protection sleeve is not fully contracted.

1

Increase the duration of heating. Refer to [Modifying heater mode] for more
information.

2 The heater is overheated.

Stop the operation of the heater by pressing the heater key. Turn off the power and
contact Ilsintech.

3 The fiber protection sleeve is not separated from the heating plate after being

Use a cotton swab or a similar object to this to push or remove the sleeve.

How to initialize the heating condition in the heater mode?

4
Refer to [Editing splice modes] for more information.

How to cancel the heating process?

5
You cannot cancel the heating process by pressing “RESET” key. Press “HEAT”
key one more time to cancel it.

4. Maintenance

1 Check if you can prohibit the user of the function list.

Refer to [Locking menu].

2 How to lock “Splice”, “Edit” or heater mode?

Refer to [Locking menu] for more information.

3 If you forget the password,

Contact Ilsintech.

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5. Other settings

Splicing is repeated a number of times until “Test Finish” is displayed during

1 [Discharge calibration].

Adjustment in various levels has to be done after replacing the electrode or

surrounding conditions are changed much.

Splicing is repeated a number of times until “Test Finish” is displayed during

2
[Discharge calibration].

Activate the [stabilization of the electrode] in [Maintenance menu]. If “Test Finish”

is not displayed after then, replace the electrode using [electrode replacement]
function.

3 Discharge amount is not changed after performing [discharge calibration].

Internal factors are calibrated. The discharge amount displayed on each splice mode
is not changed. The calibration result affects entire splice modes.

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 Ⅻ. Warranty Period and Contact Information

1. Warranty period and services

The arc fusion splicer is warranted against defective materials and workmanship for one
year from the date of shipment. However, the warranty will not cover any defects or
damage to the machine and customers will be charged for the repair of the machine even
if it within the warranty period, if such defect or damage occurred as a result of

1 Natural disaster(s),

2 Applying over-voltage,

3 Customer’s mishandling,

4 Customer’s misuse without following instructions or operation procedures provided by

this service manual, or

5 Expendables (including electrode).

2. Before sending the arc fusion splicer to us,

It is necessary to contact Ilsintech first.

3. Information required for repair

1 Write following information on a piece of paper and attach it to the machine.

(Name, Department, Company, Address, Phone number, Fax number and email
address)

2 Serial number of the machine

3 The operation condition of the splicer and error messages that have appeared by the
time the machine is sent to Ilsintech.

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 4. Transport

The arc fusion splicer is high precision equipment, so it is required to transport after
keeping it in a case to protect it from humidity, vibration and physical shock. In case of
request for repair, the machine must be put in the case along with its parts before its
transport.

5. Repair

Any data saved in the memory including splice results and splice modes may be deleted
as a result of repair.

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 Product Warranty

Name of product Swift S3

Production Number

Date of purchase

Name Telephone
Customer
Address

◆ General Product Limited Warrant

1. This product is manufactured under strict quality management and inspection
processes.
2. Ilsintech Co., Ltd warrants this product against defective materials and
workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. However, this
warranty does not cover a damage or failure caused by or attributable to a reason for
Exclusion and Limitations even if the equipment is still under warranty.
3. This warranty card has to be presented when the product is repaired.
4. The arc fusion splicer is high precision equipment, so it is required to transport after
keeping it in a case to protect it from humidity, vibration and physical shock.

◆ Exclusion and Limitations

- This warranty will not cover a damage or failure and charges (repairing charge +
part + travel expenses) will apply even if the equipment is still under warranty, if
such damage or failure has occurred due to or when
1. Natural disaster,
2. Applying over-voltage,
3. Customer’s mishandling,
4. Customer’s misuse without following instructions or operation procedures
provided by this service manual, or
5. The stamped seal is broken or damaged.

※ Contact the service center or the dealer you purchased the machine when you
require maintenance or repair service.

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Tel: 82–42–671–5600
http:// www.ilsintech.com

E-mail : rnd@ilsintech.com

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