FPL Series Termination/Splice Panel ADCP-90-328 User Manual

ADCP-90-328 • Issue 2 • November 2005

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Figure 13. Cross-Connect Application

5 INSTALLATION

Installation will vary depending on how the panel was outfitted in the factory and how it will be

used. Installation may include any of the following tasks: installing adapters; installing internal

pigtails; mounting the panel on the rack; installing OSP or IFC cable (either connectorized or

bare fiber); installing FOT patch cords; and installing cross-connect patch cords (in a cross-

connect application only). For step by step instructions, refer to the following subsections.

5.1 Installing Adapters

FPL panels are usually shipped with adapters already installed; however, in some case, you may

need to install adapters. The exact procedure to be used depends on the adapter type. Figure 14

shows an example. For specific instructions, refer to the installation drawing that came with the

adapters.

Note: To avoid getting dirt into the adapter, leave the dust covers in place on the adapters

when mounting them on the retainers. If dirt does enter the adapter, use the ADC Fiber

Connector/Adapter Cleaning Kit (sold separately) to clean the adapter. Follow the

cleaning instructions provided with the kit.

FOT EQUIPMENT

PATCH CORDS

OSP CONNECTOR PANEL

SPLICE

BULKHEAD

ADAPTER

OSP

CABLE

PIGTAIL

BULKHEAD

ADAPTER

FOT EQUIPMENT

CONNECTOR PANEL

CROSS-CONNECT

PATCH CORDS

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