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Chapter 12 185
Connector Care
Using, Inspecting, and Cleaning RF Connectors
Connector Care
Cleaning Procedure
1. Blow particulate matter from connectors using an
environmentally-safe aerosol such as Ultrajet. This product is
recommended by the United States Environmental Protection
Agency and contains chlorodifluoromethane.
2. Use an alcohol wipe to wipe connector surfaces. Wet a small swab
with alcohol (from the alcohol wipe) and clean the connector with the
swab.
3. Allow the alcohol to evaporate off the connector before making
connections
CAUTION Do not allow excessive alcohol to run into the connector. Excessive
alcohol entering the connector collects in pockets in the connector’s
internal parts. The liquid will cause random changes in the connector’s
electrical performance. If excessive alcohol gets into a connector, lay it
aside to allow the alcohol to evaporate. This may take up to three days.
If you attach that connector to another device it can take much longer
for trapped alcohol to evaporate.