Swift F1: Optical Fiber Arc Fusion Splicer

Optical Fiber Arc Fusion Splicer
Read this service manual carefully before running SWIFT F1 .
SWIFT F1 USER MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. NOTES FOR USERS 5
II. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND COMPONENTS 9

1. Product Specifications 9
2. Product Components 10
3. Fiber Preparation 11
III. USING METHOD 12

1. Power Supply 12
2. Inserting & Detaching Battery 15
3. How to Use Work Belt 16
IV. PRODUCT FEATURES 17

1. Body 17
2. SWIFT F1 Splicer Parts 19
3. SWIFT F1 Auto Stripper 20
4. SWIFT F1 Cleaner 22
5. SWIFT F1 Cleaver 23
6. SWIFT F1 Sleeve Heater 24
7. SWIFT F1 Optical Power Modules 26
V. OPERATION 29
1. Function buttons 29
2. SWIFT F1 Activation 30
3. Inserting optical fiber into the splice sleeve tube. 31
4. Stripping Procedure 32
5. Cleaning Procedure 34
6. Cleaving Procedure 35
7. Placing the fiber onto arc fusion splicer 36
8. Fusion Splicing Procedure 37
9. Removing Spliced Fiber 41
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10. Placing a sleeve tube into the sleeve heater 42
11. Heating Sleeve Tube 42
VI. SPLICER MAINTENANCE 46

1. Cleaning and checking prior to splicing 46
2. Regular maintenance and cleaning 47
3. Auto Stripper maintenance 49
4. Cleaver maintenance 50
5. Sleeve Heater maintenance 53
6. Optical Power Modules maintenance 54
VII. MENU 56
1. Splice Mode 56
2. Heater Mode 65
3. Stripper Mode 68
4. Optional Splice Function 70
5. Splice Result Saving 71
6. VFL/OPTICAL POWER METER 75
VIII. SUB-MENU 79
1. Language 79
2. Power Saving Function 80
3. Menu Lock 81
4. Other Option 84
IX. AUXILIARY MENU 86

1. Calibration of Arc-discharge 86
2. Electrode 88
3. Clearing Arc-discharge Count 92
4. Date and Time Setting 93
5. Sensor Value 93
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X. MENU MANAGEMENT 94
1. Pop-up Menu Setting 94
2. Setting Automatic Heater 95
3. Setting or Cancelling Error 95
XI. ERROR MESSAGE 96

1. FIBER DIRTY 96
2. ALIGNMENT ERROR 96
3. FIBER TOO LONG 97
4. FIBER OVER ANGLE 97
5. LOSS LIMIT OVER 97
6. FIBER THIN 98
7. FIBER THICK 98
8. Bubbles 98
XII. PROBLEM SOLVING 99

1. Loss rate is too big 99
2. Abnormal Splicing Operation 100
XIII. OTHER MENU 101

1. Self-Diagnosis Test 101
2. Dust Test 102
3. LED Test 103
4. Motor Operation 104
5. Maintenance Information 104
XIV. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 105

1. Power Supply 105
2. Splice 106
3. Tube Heater Operation 108
4. Management 109
5. Other Settings 109
XV. PC PROGRAM INSTALLATION 110

1. Installation Procedure 110
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XVI. WARRANTY PERIOD AND CONTACT 116
1. Warranty Period and Limit of Responsibility 116
2. Before sending the equipment 116
3. For more effective maintenance and repair of the equipment, 117
4. Transport of the equipment 117
5. Repair 117
Products Warranty 119
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I. Notes for Users
SWIFT F1 has been designed to assure an easy and convenient operation in both
indoor and outdoor work conditions; however, users need to carefully read this user
manual prior to operating this machine in order to prevent any accidents. or damage to
the equipment. This easy-and-simple-use machine contains potential risks for harm or
injury. Therefore, use SWIFT F1 only after thoroughly understanding this user manual.
Keep this user manual along with equipment at all times.
Ilsintech co., Ltd is not liable for any personal injury, physical loss and damage to
equipment caused by inappropriate use or modification of the SWIFT F1 .
Warnings
Please, turn off the power of the device immediately and contact Ilsintech co., Ltd if
Warnings
any of below mentioned incidents occurs while operating the SWIFT F1
. Fumes, bad odor, noise or overheating
. Liquid or foreign substances falls into the device
. The arc fusion splicer is dropped or damaged
Use only the AC power cord provided by the manufacturer. Using an improper AC
power cord many cause fire, electric shock or equipment damage resulting in
personal injury.
Do not touch electrodes when the power of SWIFT F1 is turned on; high voltage
and heat generated from the electrodes can cause severe electric shock or burns.
Connect AC power cord to the designated electric charger and power outlet. When
connecting the AC plug, make sure that there is no dust or foreign matter on the
terminal.
Incomplete engagement of the cord may cause fumes, electric shock, fire or
equipment damage resulting in personal injury or even death.
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Warnings
Apply correct voltage. Warnings

The input AC power of the charger is AC 100-240V and 50-60Hz.
Check the AC power before use. Providing AC power of an inappropriate range can
cause flame, fire, damage on the equipment, or severe injuries, electric shock or
even death. Inappropriate AC output voltage or frequency from AC power is a
common issue. Before connecting AC power cord, measure AC output voltage
using the circuit tester. Inappropriately high voltage or frequency of AC power can
cause flame, fire, damage on the equipment or severe injuries or even death.
Do not excessively pull on, heat or amend the AC power cable. The use of damaged
power cable may cause fire or injury.
Always connect to 3-core AC power cord. Do not use 2-core AC power cord, cable
and plug.
Do not touch AC plug, AC power cord or SWIFT F1 with a wet hand. It could result
in electric shock.
Do not disassemble AC adapter, battery or the SWIFT F1 . Transforming or modification

of SWIFT F1 unit could cause fire, electric shock or injury.
When using an external battery, follow the instructions below;

� The use of inadequate external battery may cause fumes or damage to the
equipment and, in serious cases, it could result in burn, injury or even death.
� Do not discard the battery into a trash incinerator or fire.
� Do not charge or discharge the battery near a flame or blaze.
� Do not excessively shake or physically impact the battery.
� If a battery is not fully charged or green LED is not turned on in six hours,
immediately stop charging and ask to ILSINTECH.

Do not place any object on the AC adaptor during charging.
Use charger(F1-2) and battery pack(F1-B) exclusively designed for the equipment.
The use of other battery pack may cause fumes, burn, damaged to the unit, injury or
even death.
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Warnings
Warnings
Use the battery charger (F1-2) which has been designed for the unit.
Do not apply different AC power.
Do not make a short circuit of battery (F1-B) or the terminals of the charger.
Excessive current may cause personal injury and equipment damage.
Do not use SWIFT F1 in an environment in which flammable liquids or hazardous

gas exists. The electric arc of the arc fusion splicer may cause fire or explosion.
Do not clean SWIFT F1 with compressed air or compressed gas.
Check the condition of belt if there is any damaged or worn out area before
transporting the carrier case using the belt. If the carrier case is dropped due to
worn out belt, it could damage the unit or people could get hurt.
Wear safety goggles always during operating the arc fusion splicer. If fiber
fragments come into contact with the eye or skin, it could be extremely dangerous
DO NOT operate the fusion splicer in or near a place where the temperature is over 50℃.
It could result in injury or damage equipment.
The heat oven reaches high temperatures so extreme caution should be used when
operating.
Please keep hands and other objects away when in use.
The blade of the cleaver is sharp so to be use careful, not to make any damage on
your hand.
: DO NOT TOUCH
: EXTREMELY HOT
: DO NOT SPRAY FREON GAS
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Cautions
Do not touch protection sleeve or Cautions

tube-heater during heating or immediately after
completion of heating. Their surfaces are very hot and touching these may result in
burn.
Do not place SWIFT F1 in an unstable place. The unit may fall, causing personal
injury or equipment damage.
Do not give shocks on SWIFT F1 since it is a precision machine. When moving or

keeping SWIFT F1 , use the carrying case exclusive for the equipment. The
exclusive carrying case protects the equipment against humidity, vibration and
shocks and prevents damages during its keeping and moving.
Maintain the electrodes as instructed below;

� Use only specified electrodes.
� Place new electrodes in the correct position.
� Replace the electrodes as a pair.
If a user fails to follow the above instructions, it may cause abnormal arc-discharge,
resulting in equipment damage or degradation in splicing performance.
Use pure ethyl alcohol (96% or greater) to clean the objective lens, V-groove, mirror,
LCD monitor, body, etc of the unit. Otherwise blurring, discoloration, damage or
performance deterioration may occur.
SWIFT F1 requires no lubrication. The use of oil or grease may degrade the
splicing performance and damage the equipment.
Do not store the arc fusion splicer in a place where temperature or humidity is
extremely high. Equipment failure may occur.
The equipment’s technical parts must be examined by a qualified technician or

engineer, otherwise, it cause fire or electric shock. If any problems occur, ask
Ilsintech for repair and maintenance.
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II. Product Specifications and Components
1. Product Specifications
Subject Description
Fiber alignment Fixed V-Groove(Clad to Clad)
Applicable type of fibers 0.25mm, 0.9mm, 2.0mm, 3.0mm, 4.0mm, Indoor cable
Applicable type of connector SC, FC, ST, LC
Fiber count Single fiber
Applicable fiber dimensions Cladding diameter: 125㎛, Coating diameter: 250, 900㎛
Fiber setting and cleaved length 7.0mm
Splicing modes Splice mode: 100, Heater mode: 50
Typical Splice Loss SM: 0.07dB, MM: 0.02dB, DS: 0.06dB, NZDS: 0.06dB
Return loss >60dB
Splicing time Typical 7sec
Splice loss estimate Available
Sleeve heating time 30sec(0.9mm fiber), 70sec(Indoor, 3.0mm cable),

80sec(connector)
Applicable protection sleeve 60mm, 40mm, 32mm, 28mm
Storage of splice result The last 2,000 results to be stored in the internal memory.
Tension test 1.96N
Altitude: 0~5,000m above sea level, Temperature: -10℃~50℃,

Operating condition
Humidity: 0~95%, Wind: 15m/s, non-condensing
Storage condition Temperature: -40℃~80℃, Humidity: 0~95%
Dimensions 136(W) × 203(L) × 86(H)mm
Weight 1.2kg(Include battery 1.5kg)

Viewing method and display Two CMOS cameras and 3.5” color LCD monitor
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Fiber view and magnification X/Y : 170X/190X
DC Lithium polymer battery(DC 14.8V, 1650mAh),

Power supply
100 ~ 240V AC Adapter
No. of splice cycles with battery Typical 120 cycles(0.9mm fiber)
Electrode life More than 2,500 times splicing without exchange
Terminals USB, External power(DC 12V Available for car cigar jack)
2. Product Components
SWIFT F1 Body F1-B Battery Pack
F1-2 Charger AC Power Cord Work Belt
DC Adaptor Carrying Case
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3. Fiber Preparation
Fiber types 0.25 mm 0.9 mm
Basic
sleeve
Fiber Length: 40mm Length: 28mm

protection
sleeve Length: 20mm
Length: 25mm
Micro
Length: 34mm
sleeve
Length: 45mm
Fiber holder
Fiber holder
[FTTH]
[Standard] (250/900)
(SOC(Splice-On Connector))
Cleave length : 7mm (Fixed)
Cleave length : 7mm (Fixed)
Fiber holder
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III. Using Method
1. Power Supply
Always use the battery provided with SWIFT F1 by the manufacturer.
Battery charging
Charging starts when the red LED on the charger is

turned on with applying power through the AC cord
connected the battery charger and AC power outlet. The
color of the LED is changed to green when the charging
is completed. It takes approximately two hours to be
fully charged.
AC Adaptor
Battery Pack
AC Power Cord
F1-2 Charger
LED power indicator
When AC power is applied, it turns in

order of red → green → off.
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 Press Use only the charger and AC adaptor provided with the equipment.
 The battery packs of SWIFT F1 (F1-B) has a protection circuit and function to prevent
over discharge, over charge and overload. The power is cut off when protective
function is activated.
In case of using AC Adapter
The AC charger exclusive for SWIFT F1 provides

power through AC adaptor. When normal voltage is
provided, green light is displayed on the charger.
Be careful not to let voltage over 250V be provided
to the AC adaptor for use.
Do not use a charger other than the one that is supplied with the equipment;
otherwise, there is a risk of accident including fire.
In case of using DC Adapter
The power can be provided to SWIFT F1 through

using its exclusive DC adaptor. With connecting AC
adaptor to DC adaptor then can be used without
battery, you can operate the equipment without
using the battery.
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Checking remaining battery capacity
The remaining capacity of a battery is indicated at the top right on the screen when
SWIFT F1 is in use.
Remaining battery amount Remaining battery amount display Remaining battery

(Monitor) (LED) percentage
5 bars 5 LED 80 ~ 100%
bars 4 LED 60 ~ 80%
3 bars 3 LED 40 ~ 60%
bars 2 LED 20 ~ 40%
1 LED 10 ~ 20%
1bars
within 5%
1 LED
0 bars (It should be charged
1 LED flash
immediately.)
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2. Inserting & Detaching Battery
The SWIFT F1 can be used either with 2 battery packs or with one battery pack and one
DC adaptor together.
Battery installation
Battery Button Battery
① In order to mount a battery, push it up from the bottom of the body until it reaches the
end of the body.
② In order to detach a battery, push it toward the front of the body while pressing the
button in the middle.
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3. How to Use Work Belt
Work Belt of SWIFT F1 is auxiliary equipment combined with the fusion splicer to
facilitate working in fields such as a manhole, telephone pole, etc.
After connecting the Work Belt installing ring on the side of the body and the connecting
ring of waist belt, join the connecting ring of waist belt and the connecting ring of neck
protector as in the picture. See the below picture.
When going up on a telephone pole, keep the equipment’s body close to abdominal
region as in the picture while carrying it. Then, use it through firmly fixing on the neck and
waist not to make the belt disturb working.
The use of Work Belt
Neck protector
Waist belt
Belt Work Belt
SWIFT F1 Connecting Ring
<Portable> <Use>
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IV. Product Features
Fiber arc fusion splicer SWIFT F1 has been designed to splice various types of fiber
based on Image Processing technology. SWIFT F1 is compact, light and convenient and
provides fast splicing result with and low splice loss. It is recommended to carefully read
the user manual before operation to understand the entire functions of SWIFT F1 .
1. Body
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Battery Pack USB Port
Stripper Sleeve Heater
Cleaver
Auto Chip
Cleaner
Collector
(Option)
Splicer
Control
LCD Monitor
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2. SWIFT F1 Splicer Parts
V-Groove
Electrode
Holder Base
Push Block Wind Cover
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3. SWIFT F1 Auto Stripper
1) Features
SWIFT F1 automatic fiber stripper automatically carries out an accurate stripping of

the coating of single fibers. Featuring excellent tensile force of fiber, the automatic
stripper strips up to 28.0mm in length without damaging the surface of fiber. Read the
user manual sufficiently to maintain the best performance of the unit.
 Be careful not to wet the equipment.

 Maintain the unit in a clean condition at all times because many of splicing
problems are caused by dust or moisture.
 Keep and use the unit at room temperature as it could be deformed by heat.
 Keep the equipment from being shaken or physically impacted as it could be
broken.
 Never use organic solvents such as acetone except ethyl alcohol(96%) to clean
rubber part of the equipment.
2) Specifications
Specifications
Applicable Fiber Diameter 125㎛
Applicable Cable Diameter 250㎛, 900㎛, 2.0mm, 2.5mm, 3.0mm
Strip Length Max 28.0㎜
Heating Time 1 ~ 3 sec
Heating Temperature 60℃ ~ 150℃
Tensile Force after Stripping 4kgf
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3) Configuration and name of each part
Slide Cover Blade Heater Cover

Slide Base Heater
<Front View> <Control Panel>
Heater Button
POWER
ON/OFF
LCD Monitor
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4. SWIFT F1 Cleaner
1) Features
The alcohol dispenser in the SWIFT F1 has a limited capacity; the alcohol pump can
be removed and refilled with cleaning fluid.
When recharging the cleaner, use ethyl alcohol (96%).

broken.
CAP
Pump
Sealing
Cup
Cleaner Ass’y
<Assembled> <Disassembled>
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5. SWIFT F1 Cleaver
1) Features
The cleaver is designed to cleave the fiber at a 90 degree angle.

For the best result, following requirements should be met.
The coating of fiber shall be cleanly stripped.

Optical fiber installed on holder in cutting should be exactly straight in its alignment.
The state of cutting blade on the cutting part and the height of blades should be
accurate.
 Be careful not to wet the equipment

 Keep the equipment from being shaken or physically impacted as it could be broken.

Cover Clamp Blade Set Screw Rack Gear
Cleaver Body Slider Auto Chip Damper

Collector
<Front> <Bottom>
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6. SWIFT F1 Sleeve Heater
1) Features
The sleeve heater is designed to strengthen the fiber splice.

To ensure maximum reinforcement the following conditions must be met
After splicing the fiber splice point must be visually perfect

The optical fiber whose sleeve tube is inserted on sleeve heater should be correct in
its alignment and installation.
Closed heater cover while sleeve heater is running.

broken.
 Never use organic solvents such as acetone except ethyl alcohol (96%) to clean
2) Specifications
Specifications
Applicable Cable Diameter Φ250㎛, Φ900㎛, Φ2.0㎜~ Φ3.0㎜, Φ4.0㎜
Sleeve Length 32㎜(standard)
Sleeve Heating Time 20~35sec
Heating Range 130℃ ~ 200℃
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Heater Cover-L Heater Cover-R
Heater
Window
<Control Panel>
<Bottom>
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7. SWIFT F1 Optical Power Modules
1) Features
The optical power modules of SWIFT F1 are composed with the optical power meter
to measure optical power and the disconnection checker to confirm disconnection of
line. For exact measurement and utilization, the following conditions should be met.
Optical light-receiving unit of optical power meter should be clean.

The cross section of ferrule on optical connector inserted to optical power meter and
disconnection checker should be clean.

broken.
 Be careful and do not directly see the light output from disconnection checker
with naked eye as it could cause blindness.
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2) Specifications
(1) SWIFT F1 optical power meter
Technical Specifications a
(1)
Power range 5 to -50 dBm
Measurable wavelengths (2) 1310, 1490, 1550 nm
Calibrated wavelengths b 1310, 1550 nm

c
Power uncertainty ±5%
d
Resolution 0.01 dB
Tone detection 270, 300, 1k, 2k Hz
Tone detecting range 5 to -30 dB
Display unit dB/dBm/W

Standard: 2.5mm Universal adapter
Optical adapter type
Optional: 1.25mm Universal adapter
Data storage 2k results
Firmware upgrade Enable

Warranty and recommended
3 years
calibration interval
a. All specification valid at 1550nm without (1),(2) factors and 23℃±1℃ with an 2.5mm universal
adapter for PC connector .
b. In CW mode
c. A+ -10dBm, CW모드
d. From +5dBm to -40dBm (From -40dBm to -50dBm: 0.1dB resolution)
Specifications
Operating temperature -10℃ to 50℃
Storage temperature -40℃ to 70℃
Relative humidity 0% to 85% non-condensing
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(2) SWIFT F1 disconnection checker
Technical Specifications a
Laser source Class 2 laser diode
Laser wavelength (nm) 650nm ± 20nm
Fiber compatibility SM and MM
Output power <1mW into single mode fiber

Universal adapter for connectors with
Output port
2.5mm ferrules
Distance range <4km
Modulation CW or 2~ 3Hz selected
a. All specification valid at 23℃ unless otherwise specified
Specifications
Operating temperature -10℃ to 40℃
Storage temperature -40℃ to 70℃
Relative humidity 0% to 85% non-condensing
Universal adapter VFL Power meter metal cap
VFL metal cap VFL ferrule Power meter photo diode
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V. Operation
1. Function buttons
Power ON & OFF switch.

The power is ON and red light is turned on at the small box beside the
switch when it is pressed one time. If it is pressed one time when the
power is ON, the red light is turned off and power is cut off.
Moves the cursor to the left direction.

When pressed on the initial screen, it darkens the brightness of
monitor. In addition, fiber movement and camera focus can be adjusted
in manual mode.
Moves the cursor to the right direction.

When pressed on the initial screen, it lightens the brightness of monitor.
It opens sub-menu when pressed when is shown at
the right side of the menu screen.
Moves the cursor to the top direction.

When it is pressed on the initial screen, popup menus appear on the
screen.
Used in selecting menu items.
Moves the cursor to the bottom direction.

When it is pressed on the initial screen, popup menus appear.
Used in selecting menu items.
Enter key to finalize a series of settings.

Used to move to the next stage or complete edit settings.
Possible to choose main menus on the initial screen.
Used to cancel splicing or initialize the arc fusion function.
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Supplies power to the heater of stripping device.
When it is pressed one time, power is applied and one more press cuts
the power.
Used in splicing work.
Used for supplying power to sleeve heater.

When it is pressed one time, power is applied and one more press cuts
the power.
Used for cancelling a selection or edit setting, returning an executed

function or moving to the previous step.
2. SWIFT F1 Activation
Press power button 1 time.

Change to Ready (initial screen) after completing settings.
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Monitor brightness
READY
In order to adjust brightness press left or right cursor
key and press Enter.
Splicing mode
LCD BRIGHTNESS
A proper splicing mode needs to be selected to carry
out an accurate splice. Current splicing mode is
indicated on the initial screen.
Heater mode
A proper heater mode to be selected to apply heat

to the protection sleeve. Current heater mode is Set up
indicated on the initial screen.
 Press Enter key in the initial screen to change splicing mode.

 Both splicing and heater modes are presented on the main menu.
3. Inserting optical fiber into the splice sleeve tube.
Put the connector and sleeve tube in optical

fiber based on the assembling direction before
stripping.
Sleeve Tube Fiber
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4. Stripping Procedure
① Preheat the heater by operating the stripping part control as shown in the picture.
Open thermal heater cover and slide cover for preparation.
<Control Panel> <Automatic Fiber Stripper>
② Place fiber into the holder as shown below pictures. The minimum stripping length
should be longer than 18mm.
<Φ250 type> <Φ900 type> <Φ2.0 ~ 3.0 cable> <SOC type>
③ Mount the holder containing the fiber onto the slider and close slide cover.
<Φ250 type> <Φ900 type> <Φ2.0 ~ 3.0 cable>
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④ Upon closing the heater cover, the optical fiber is subject to heating for the
predetermined time period and then stripping is performed with the sliding part’s
automatic transfer.
<Φ250 type> <Φ900 type> <Φ2.0 ~ 3.0 cable>
⑤ When stripping is completed, open the slide cover and detach the holder containing
the stripped fiber. The slider part moves to the initial position as thermal heater cover
is opened.
⑥ Clean the stripped optical fiber using cleaning paper not to leave any foreign
substances on.
⑦ For the next operation, remove the stripped

sheath remnants in heater, blade and holder
seating part by using tools such as a soft brush.
In cleaning, the blade is sharp so be careful not
to make any damage both on human body and
on the blade during its handling.
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5. Cleaning Procedure
① When cleaning, press down on the alcohol

dispenser 2 or 3 times, using cleaning paper
(wipe) as shown in the picture below.
In cleaning, cover the front of outlet with cleaning
paper and discharge it not to make the cleaner
disperse.
② When the cleaner is used up and not

discharged, open the cap and refill the cleaner.
Cleaner is attached to SWIFT F1 body with a
magnet so pull it up and completely separate it
from SWIFT F1 body to refill the cleaner.
③ Use ethyl alcohol (96%) as the exclusive cleaner.
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6. Cleaving Procedure
① Open the cover and set the holder on which the stripped optical fiber is installed at
the position for cutting the body. On doing this job, make the holder close to one
side of holder base to make the optical fiber form a right angle to the blade.
And for its use, take out Chip-Box at the bottom of the body and attach it to the right side.
(In case of Auto Collector Type, however, the operations above are unnecessary. – Optional)
<Φ250 type> <Φ900 type> <SOC Type>
② Press the cover to cleave the fiber.
<Φ250 type> <Φ900 type> <SOC type>
③ Open the cover and check the result.
<Φ900 type> <SOC type>
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④ Take out the cut fiber and holder.
Be careful for not to get dust or foreign substance.
Take out the Chip-Box at the bottom of body and attach it on the right side for use.
(Auto Collector Type, however, is automatically collected in Chip-Box. – Optional)
<SOC type>
<Φ900 type>
<Φ250 type>
7. Placing the fiber onto arc fusion splicer
① Open wind cover.
② Place the holder containing the fiber, stripped, cleaned and cleaved onto the holder
base in right direction.
 If this instruction should be mentioned, when it is first loading the fiber into the fiber
holder.
 Be careful not to damage the cutting area on the tip of prepared optical fiber.
③ Close the wind breaking cover, taking care not to make shocks.
④ Start splicing by pressing button when the alignment of the fiber is verified on the
monitor.
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8. Fusion Splicing Procedure
The condition of the fiber can be observed through the image processing system of
SWIFT F1 . However, a naked eye test is required to ensure a better splicing result.
① The fibers placed into the arc fusion splicer

gradually move toward each other. The fibers
which has been moving gradually stop at a
position where splicing can be carried out
accurately. Then, it checks the cleave angle, the
cross section condition of optical fiber and the
existence of foreign substance. An error
message is presented on the screen if the
measured cleave angle is bigger than pre-
defined limit value or broken part is discovered.
At the same time, the splicing process is stopped. If such error message does not
appear on the screen, check the condition of cross section through a naked eye
inspection. Refer to below illustration. If one of below conditions is observed, remove
the fiber from the equipment and place a new optical fiber. These conditions will
cause a wrong splicing result.
Dust on fiber Tang Chip Large cleave angle
② The fibers of which inspection has been completed are arranged clad to clad.
Measured clad values can be displaced on the screen.
 The limit value of optical fiber cleave angle can be adjusted.

 If you want to proceed to next stage, press button despite the error
message about cleave angle.
 The cleave angle, clad axis deviation and core axis deviation can be hidden on the
screen during arc fusion splicing.
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③ Once the alignment of fibers is completed, arc-
discharge for splicing fibers is carried out.
Arc-discharge starts when button

is pressed after completing the alignment in
case that the splicing is carried out step by
step.
④ The splice loss value is measured after arc

fusion splicing is displayed on the screen. The
value is affected by the condition of error
elements.
Measured cleave angle or calculated splice loss
value is bigger than pre-set limit value, an error
message appears on the screen.
An error message is displayed on the screen
when an abnormal condition in spliced fiber such as too thick, thin or bubbles is
discovered. It is recommended to conduct the splice process again if the result
observed by a naked eye inspection through the monitor is not satisfactory although
no error message has appeared on the screen.
 Sometimes, spliced point looks fatter or bigger than other part. This is normal
result of splicing and doesn’t affect splice loss.
 Refer to Menu section of service manual to adjust the limit values of measured
splice loss or cleave angle.
Sometimes, splice loss could be enhanced by conducting additional arc-discharge.

Press button to carry out additional arc-discharge. Calculating splice loss and
checking splice result are carried out again.
Connection loss can be worse due to additional discharges. You can set
additional discharge as OFF or limit the number of discharges.
It is crucial to maintain V-groove in a clean condition prior to conducting

splicing operation.
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Splice loss increase: reasons and corrective measures.
Symptoms Caused by Corrected by

Clad deviation
dust in V-groove or the chip of cleaning V-groove or the chip
core wire guide of core wire guide

Clad angle core wire guide of core wire guide
bad condition of the cross section checking whether fiber cleaver

of fiber is working properly.
Clad deformation
core wire guide of core wire guide

Clad flexion
of fiber is working properly.
too low amount or short time of increasing the amount and

initial arc-discharge time of initial arc-discharge.

Burned of fiber is working properly.
dust still remaining after cleaning cleaning carefully the fiber or

the fiber or conducting cleaning increasing the arc-discharge
discharge. time.

Bubbles of fiber is working properly.
too low amount or short time of increasing the amount and (or)
initial arc-discharge. time of initial arc-discharge.
increasing the area that is

Separation
overlapped.
too high amount or long time of
initial arc-discharge.
decreasing the amount and (or)
time of initial arc-discharge.
Too thick
adjusting the length not to cause
too long fiber length.
the overlap of optical fiber.
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conducting discharge amount
improper discharge amount.
Too thin calibration.
adjusting initial discharge

a few improper discharge factors. amount, initial discharge time
and overlapped area.
Line adjusting initial discharge
several number of improper
amount, initial discharge time
discharge factors.
and overlapped area.
When making a connection with multi-mode optical fiber or other kinds of optical
fiber, a vertical line is sometimes presented on the connection point. This does not affect
the connection loss.
Saving splice result
Splice result can be saved by following procedure.
The result can be saved up 2000; 2001st result will overlap the 1st result.
Automatic save of splice result; however, notes are not entered.
Splice result is automatically saved in the memory by pressing SET or RESET key or
opening wind cover when splice is competed in the final screen.
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9. Removing Spliced Fiber
① Open sleeve heater cover.
② Open wind cover.
③ Fix the spliced optical fiber with the cramp.
④ Open the holder cover both on the right and the left and remove the spliced optical fiber
with caution.
⑤ Make the removed optical fiber stand as in

the picture and move the sleeve tube to
splicing part with caution not to make
optical fiber bent or cut.
You should hold on to the optical

fiber until moving it to the sleeve heater.
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10. Placing a sleeve tube into the sleeve heater
Φ250, Φ900 type

: Place sleeve tube in the middle of sleeve heater and fix it by pushing it down.
Close heater cover.
SOC type
: Insert into the right side of the sleeve heater and close heater cover.
11. Heating Sleeve Tube
① Place the fiber which has been inserted into sleeve tube into heater.
② Place optical fiber – in which sleeve tube is put – on the sleeve heater. To make
heater cover automatically closed when putting on sleeve heater, put the optical fiber
while being hung upon the heater lever.
 It is crucial to set the splice point to be in the middle of sleeve tube.

 Place the guide inside the sleeve tube to be set underneath.
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③ Press key to start tube heating.
HEAT LED (Green) is turned off when tube heating is completed.
Tube heating can be aborted by pressing key.
④ Take out the protected fiber from the heater after opening the heater cover.
Sleeve tube could be stuck to the bottom of the heater. Use a cotton swab to
separate the sleeve tube from the heater.
⑤ Always examine the final sleeve tube to check whether there are bubbles, residue or
dust in the sleeve tube.
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Order of Operation (Heating Sleeve)
① As shown in the picture below, apply power to the control panel and open the cover
of the heater to prepare.
<Control Panel> <Heating Sleeve>
② Set the sleeve tube to the area of arc-fused fiber that needs to be reinforced and
place the fiber inside the heater.
The SOC type should be set to the right-most position so that sleeve tube moves
the heater as closely as possible.
For the connector type, change the heater cover for connector use and then place
the sleeve tube on the right end so that sleeve tube can be as close to the heater
as possible.
Insert the connector lengthwise.
Sleeve Tube Connector
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③ Activate the heater after placing the fiber. Approximately in 30 seconds after
operation of sleeve heater, sleeve tube is cooled.
<Control Panel> <Φ250 type>
<Φ900 type> <SOC type>
④ Open the cover when cooling is completed and take out the reinforced fiber.
<Φ250 type> <Φ900 type>
<Cooling tray>
<SOC type>
<SOC type>
<Φ900 type>
<Φ250 type>
⑤ Assemble connectors upon which cooling is completed to make a finish.
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VI. Splicer Maintenance
1. Cleaning and checking prior to splicing
Refer to following instruction on the important cleaning positions and maintenance.
V-groove cleaning
Foreign substances in the V-groove will hinder proper setting of fiber causing a high splice
loss rate. Therefore, the condition of V-groove needs to be examined frequently and it
should be cleaned in a regular manner. The way to clean V-groove is presented below.
① Open wind cover.
② Clean the bottom of V-groove with a cotton

swab wet in alcohol. Remove remaining alcohol
with a clean and dry cotton swab.
V-Groove
 Be careful not to touch the tip of electrode.

 Do not apply too much strength when cleaning V-groove. It could be damaged.
③ If foreign substance in V-groove cannot be removed with a cotton swab wet in alcohol,
use the tip of cut optical fiber and repeat the second stage again.
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Prism cleaning
When the prism gets stained, position of clad on optical fiber is inaccurately
recognized and high connection loss is caused. Prism is cleaned as follows.
① Clean the surface of the prism with a lens

cleaner.
Remove remaining alcohol on the surface of
the prism with clean and cotton swab.
② Prism should be maintained in a clear condition without lines or stains.
2. Regular maintenance and cleaning
In order to maintain a high splice quality of arc fusion splicer, inspection and cleaning
should be carried out in a regular manner.
Object lens cleaning
When surface of the object lens gets stained, the position of clad is inaccurately
observed and, consequently, high connection loss is caused and splice connector
operates abnormally. Therefore, two object lenses should be regularly cleaned. The
object lens is cleaned as follows.
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③ Turn off the power of the equipment before cleaning the lenses always.
④ Clean gently the surface of the lenses (X and Y axis) with a lens cleaner. In case of
using a cotton swab, clean from the middle of a lens and move to the spiral edge by
circling the surface. Remove remaining alcohol on the mirror surface with a clean
and dry cotton.
 Remove electrodes prior to cleaning an object lens.

 Be careful not to touch the tip of electrode while cleaning an object lens.
 Do not use organic solvents such as acetone to clean an object lens.
⑤ The surface of lens should be maintained in a clear condition without lines or stains.
⑥ The surface condition should be checked on the monitor screen if there is any line or
stain after turning on the machine. Verify the condition in X and Y screen by changing
the screen by pressing X/Y key.
Prism replacement
If you cannot clean the surface of the prism or remove stains by cleaning, the prism
needs to be replaced.
① Turn off the power.
② Open wind cover. Detach the prism with a phillips screwdriver.
③ Clean the prism.
④ Turn on the power and check whether there are lines or stains through the monitor
screen. Verify the condition in X and Y screen by changing the screen by pressing
X/Y key.
Be careful that the prism is not scratched or stained.
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3. Auto Stripper maintenance
① Remove worn out blade by unscrewing fixed bolts as shown below picture, and
move the slide part to the left hand side.
② Place new blade in the reverse manner of removing.

(Two blades as a pair at top and bottom)
For the perfect setting and fine stripping, there should be no cracks when the top
and bottom blades make contact.
Handling and storage
- Be careful of using, handling or storing principal parts including blades, heater, etc as
they are closely related to the equipment’s operation life.
- Do not apply unnecessary weight or physical impact in handling the equipment.
- Keep the principal parts of the equipment in a clean condition always.
- Keep it clean and in a case when not using, which will increase the life of the equipment.
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4. Cleaver maintenance
- 1 to 16 channel (cleave positions) is marked on a blade.

- If a blade does not cut fiber properly, clean the edge and top and bottom rubber pads of
the blade with a cotton swab wet in alcohol
(Do not use acetone or solvent to clean the rubber pads.)
- If the life of the blade is almost over, fiber may not be cleaved clean. In that case, change
the blade channel or replace with new one.
1) The change of blade channel

(cleave position)
① Detach the automatic cleaver from the SWIFT

F1 body using a hexagon wrench as shown
below picture.
② Remove the Chip-Box using a hexagonal wrench

as in the figure. (Optional)
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③ Open the cover and push the slider forward.
When the slider is fixed, loosen the set screw a
little bit (about 2 turns) with a hexagon wrench.
④ Turn the number on markings of blade by

one click counterclockwise with a cotton swab.
Fixing: reverse order.
2) Blade replacement
① As shown below picture, loosen the set

screw at the side of the cleaver detached
from the body a little bit (around 2 turns) with
a wrench.
② Insert a wrench into the hole at the bottom

of the cleaver and loosen the Setscrew of
the slider a little bit (about 2 turns).
At this point, the slider has to be moved
backward.
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③ Insert the wrench bolt into the cam pin and
pull it with tweezers and detach the slider.
④ Be careful not to damage the blade. Assemble the part in the reverse manner.
Tighten the set-screw firmly.
3) Adjustment of blade height
① Insert a wrench into the hole at the bottom

of the cleaver and loosen the set screw of
the slider a little bit (about 2 turns).
At this point, the slider has to be moved
backward.
② Adjust the blade height by turning Cam Pin

with a flat-head screwdriver.
Clockwise turning: going upward
Counter clock wise turning: going downward
③ When the blade reaches required position, tighten the set-screw of the slider.
Thoroughly and accurately set the height using a gauge because the height
directly effects the cleave quality of fiber.
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5. Sleeve Heater maintenance
1) Replacement & Adjustment of Sleeve Heater Block, Lever Block
Sleeve Heater Assembly is as picture.
Heater Cover-L Heater Cover-R
2) The Choice of Heater Block / Lever Block by fiber type
< Heater Block-R assembly < Heater Block-R-C assembly

– 250, 900, 2.0~ 4.0mm Indoor Cable> – SC/ FC/ ST/ LC Connector >
※ SWIFT F1 basic assembling: Heater Block-R-C assembly

SWIFT F1 components: Heater Block-R assembly
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3) Handling and storage
- Be careful in using, handling or storing principal parts including blades, heater, etc as they
are closely related to the life of the equipment.
- Do not apply unnecessarily weight or physical impact in handling the equipment.
- Keep the principal parts of the equipment in a clean condition always.
- Keep it clean and in a case when not using, which will increase the life of the equipment.
6. Optical Power Modules maintenance
1) SWIFT F1 Optical Power Meter
① Block foreign substances with

metal cap on when not being used.
② When the surface of photo diode

of Optical Power Meter (receiver)
is contaminated, clean the photo
diode surface with cotton swab
and alcohol and then clean it with
cotton swab again which is not
moistened with alcohol.
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2) SWIFT F1 disconnection checker
① Stay metal cap locked to block

foreign substances when not in
use.
② Check and store the unit with ‘VFL OFF’

to prevent light emission.
③ When ferrule in disconnection

checker contaminated, clean up
ferrule inside with alcohol
drenched cotton swab and wipe
it again with dry cotton swab.
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VII. Menu
1. Splice Mode
The optimized settings for an accurate optical fiber splicing are composed of following
splice elements which rely on the combination of fibers and differences of each fiber.
 Elements to adjust discharge and heating
 Elements to calculate estimated loss
 Elements to align fibers and adjust splicing process
 Limit values which are used for generating an error message
The connection mode for the best combination of optical fiber is already saved. These
elements are saved on database and can be used through copying on the user program
part. These connection elements can be edited for accurate combination of optical fiber.
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Database
Splice Mode Description
FERRULE This mode automatically carries out optical fiber splicing based
SM/NZ/ on the observation of the core profile of fibers. The adjustment
DS/MM of discharge amount by the user is not allowed.
For the splice of basic single mode fibers. The value of MFD is
SM
9~ 10um in 1310nm wavelength.
For the splice of NZDS and WDM optical fibers. The value of
NZ
MFD is 9~ 10um in 1550nm wavelength.
For the splice of DS optical fibers. The value of MFD is 7~ 9um

DS
in near 1550nm wavelength.
For the splice of multi-mode optical fibers.

MM
Core diameter : 50.0 ~ 62.5um
AT1/AT2 Attenuation splice
Splice modes other than mentioned above in database of the

unit. New splice modes will be added. For more detailed
Others
information on available splice modes, please contact the
manufacturer.
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Selection of a splice mode
Select an appropriate splice based on the type of the optical fiber to be spliced.
Ready
① Press ENTER key on the initial screen to open
Initial Screen
menu
When splice mode is selected, available splice
modes are displayed.
② Use up or down key to move and select a splice

mode by pressing ENTER key.
Set
Splice mode menu
To leave Select Splice Mode, press

ESC key.
Set
Splice mode setting
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Generation or removal of a splice mode
[Generation of a splice mode] Select BLANK

in [SELECT SPLICE MODE]
Initially 9 splice modes are saved in the unit and
other modes are presented as a blank.
SELECT SPLICE MODE

Select a blank splice mode, press right direction
arrow and then, push ENTER key. The types of fiber
are displayed. Select one of them to copy. Press
ENTER key two times to execute it. Check the name
and type of the fiber in the designated splice mode
and press ESC key.
Set
[Removal of a splice mode]

Select the type of optical fiber
in [SELECT SPLICE MODE]
A splice mode can be removed. Follow below
instruction.
Edit splice mode

① Select a splice mode and press right direction
arrow to move to the edit menu of splice
modes. Select the type of fiber by pressing
ENTER key.
② Select “0:BLANK” and press ENTER key.
 Mode number 1 ~ 9 cannot be deleted.

 Mode number 1 is automatically selected Mode removal
after completing the removal of a splice mode.
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Edit of reference or splice mode
Splice elements composing each splice mode can be modified. Amount and time of
discharge, which are the most important two factors, can be modified by following way.
① Move the cursor to modify a splice mode in Selection of splice mode edit
splice mode edit menu. Press right direction
arrow to open splice mode edit.
Splice mode edit
② Move the cursor using up or down key to

change elements.
③ Press ENTER to select an element and use left

or right key to change the value of the element.
Modified value can be saved by pressing
ENTER.
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Splice elements of AUTO, SM, DS, MM and NZ modes are presented as follows;
Limited number of elements as presented below is displayed on the screen in such

modes as automatic, SM, DS, MM and NZ for the sake of a simple running. An adequate
value is set in the factory for other elements which have not been shown on the screen.
Parameter Description
Displays the list of splice modes saved in database. The mode

Fiber type selected among the modes saved in database is copied to the
splice mode in the user’s program region.
Splice method 1 The title of splice method is described in 11 characters.
Detailed explanation of splice mode is described in 11 characters.

Splice method 2
Titles are presented in Splice Edit Mode
An error message appears when the cleave angle of the right or left
Cleave angle
end of optical fiber is bigger than pre-defined limit value.
An error message appears when the estimated splice loss value is

Loss rate
bigger than pre-defined limit value.
Discharge amount The amount of arc discharge has been set to each mode.
The time of arch discharge has been set to each mode. It is

Discharge time automatically decided according to fiber type when automatic mode
is selected.
Clearing discharge is carried out for a short period of time to burn

Cleaning discharge
fine dust on the surface of fiber. The running time of clearing
time
discharge can be changed by modifying this element.
Some cases of splice loss could be enhanced by carrying out

Re-discharge time additional re-discharging. The running time of re-discharge can be
changed by modifying this element.
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Modification of splice mode
Splice mode edit is used for users to set various splice modes that suit each individual
work environment. The use and function of various parameters are explained below.
Splice mode list saved in the arc fusion splicer’s database is

Fiber type displayed on the screen. The user can select a mode suitable for use.
Copies, edits and then utilizes a connection mode similar to ones
saved on database.
Mode title 1 A splice mode is described in maximum 11 characters.
Composed of maximum 11 characters, mode title 2 provides a more

Mode title 2
detailed explanation of a splice mode. It can be found in [Splice Mode].
Sets fiber alignment method.

Alignment “Core”: Aligns fibers to the core position of both fibers.
“Clad”: Aligns fibers to the central position of clad.
If [Tensile Strength] is set to ON, a test is carried out when wind

Tensile strength test
cover is opened after pressing SET.
Sets the error range of cleave angle.

Cleave angle range An error message appears when one of or both right and left cleave
angle is measured to be bigger than the pre-set range limit.
Sets the error range of estimated loss. An error message appears

Loss range
when an estimated loss is bigger than the pre-set range limit.
En error message would be seen(popped) up when two connected

Limit of fiber angle
optical fibers’ cutting angle exceeds the predetermined limitations.
Clearing discharge A short discharge is carried out to rid fine dust on the surface of the fiber.
time The clearing time can be set at this parameter.
Sets the cross section interval between right and left during
Interval
alignment and initial discharge period.
Sets the fiber position to the center of discharge. If MFD size of

Central position optical fiber is different each other, left & right, connection loss can
be improved by moving the central position.
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Sets the amount of discharge from the beginning of charge to the
movement of the fiber. If initial discharge amount is too low, it will
Initial discharge
result in bad cross section angle causing the offset of an axis. On
amount
the other hand, if is too high, splice loss rate increases due to too
much burning or rounded shape of the fiber.
It is time from are discharge to right before the moment which

Initial discharge optical fiber moves forward.
time The longer the initial discharge time is, the higher amount of initial
discharge is.
Sets the amount of fibers’ overlapping. It is recommended to set

[Overlapping] rather shorter when [Initial discharge amount] is weak
Overlapping
or [Initial discharge time] is shorter; however, it should be set to
bigger when the amount or time is stronger or longer, respectively.
Primary discharge can be adjusted in two stages. The first stage is

Discharge 1
discharge 1 and second is discharge 2. The first stage is set at this parameter.
Discharge time 1 Sets the time of discharge 1.
Discharge 2 Sets the second stage of discharge.
Sets the time of second discharge. Normally [Discharge 2] is set to

Discharge time 2 OFF. Discharge time 1 and 2 longer than 30 seconds could damage
discharge unit although it could be set to very long time.
Sets the ON time of Discharge 2. The discharge time should be set

Discharge time ON
to ON to carry out re-discharge.
Sets the time duration of Discharge 2’s OFF.

Discharge time OFF Sometimes, re-discharge could be halted when Discharge 2 is stopped.
If a continuous re-discharge is required, set this parameter to OFF.
Sets re-discharge time.

The same amount of re-discharge as [Discharge amount 2] is
Re-discharge time
automatically set in [Splice Mode Edit]. The ON or OFF setting of
Re-discharge is automatically decide by the setting of Discharge.
Sometimes, the splice loss rate increases when the fiber becomes
Pulling splice thinner. This function has set to ON. The shape of pulling is decided
by following three parameters.
Waiting time until Sets the time from the end of fiber moving to the beginning of
pulling pulling the fiber.
Pulling speed Sets the speed of pulling the fiber.
Pulling time Sets the time duration of pulling the fiber.
The minimum value of actual splice loss should be set to reconcile

Deviation
an actual splice loss value and estimated one.
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[Mode Title Insert / Footnotes / Password]
Character list is displayed when selecting Mode Title / Footnote / Password
① Select necessary letters using

and press ENTER key to confirm the selection.
② Once character input is completed, move the

cursor the [FINISH] and press Enter key.
If a correct password is entered, the screen
moves to next menu; however, if an incorrect
one is input, the entered password is displayed again and screen moves to previous
display.
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2. Heater Mode
A Heater has 12(configurable) modes.

The most suitable heater mode needs to be selected before using a protection sleeve.
For different sleeve tubes, an operator could utilize the best mode. The reference of this
mode can be found in database. The user can put a mode into the user’s program after
editing and copying or can edit in user program mode.
Heater mode selection
Selects the most appropriate heater mode for the fiber protection sleeve in use
① [Heater Mode Selection] menu is displayed

when [Heater Mode Selection] is selected in
main menu.
② Select a heater mode

using cursor and press ENTER key to set.
Selection
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Heater mode modification
The heater mode menu saved in heater mode can be changed.
① Select Edit mode in [Heater Mode Selection] [Heater mode menu selection]
menu using the cursor. [Heater Mode Edit] is
displayed when is pressed.
Heater mode edit mode
② Use or to move the cursor to the

setting of a parameter to change and press
Enter key.
③ Move to the mode to use by pressing or
and press ENTER key.
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Parameters Description
 Sleeve type selection
Sleeve type  All the contents in heater mode list are displayed.
 Users can either copy program mode or select from the list.
 Heater mode title is displayed at the right bottom on the screen

Method name 1 during splicing and heating.
 Maximum characters: 5
 Describes the heater mode in the [Sleeve Type] screen.

Method name 2
 Max characters: 13
 Sets heater adjustment sequence.

 LONG 1: Use of 60mm protection sleeve.
 LONG 2: Cut by 8mm and use 600mm sleeve tube.
 MIDDLE: Use of 40mm protection sleeve
Heater adjustment
 MICRO 1: Use of micro sleeve for the fiber of which external
diameter is 900㎛.
 MICRO 2: 34mm micro sleeve or a little longer sleeve
 MICRO 3: 34mm micro sleeve or a little shorter sleeve
 Sets heater time

 Heating time is automatically adjusted depending on the surrounding
Heating time
temperature. Heater time could be set to be longer or shorter than
the time set in [Heater Time].
Heater
 Sets heater temperature.
temperature
Ending  Sets finishing temperature.

temperature  Sleeve can be removed after finishing heating.
 Do not set longer than 200 seconds of high temperature (over 150℃) heating time.
 Do not continuously use the heater.
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3. Stripper Mode
There are six stripper modes.

Since the types of fibers are varied, select the most suitable stripper mode should be
selected.
Stripper mode selection
① [Select Stripper Mode] is selected in [Main

Menu] to display stripper modes.
② Select the stripper mode cursor and

set with ENTER key.
Selection
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Edit Stripper Mode
The stripper settings saved in stripper mode can be changed.
① Select edit mode within [Stripper mode [Stripper mode selection]

selection] menu using cursor.
[Stripper mode edit] is displayed upon pressing
cursor.
Stripper mode edit
② Press to move cursor for

parameter setting to be changed and select
ENTER key.
③ Move to the mode to be used with

cursors and select ENTER key.
 Matching the sorts of optical fiber

Modes  All stripping lists are displayed.
 The user may copy or chose program mode required or wanted.
 As stripping time can be selected between 0sec ~ 15.0sec, select

Stripping time
proper one for optical fiber sheath.
Stripping
 Set stripping temperature.
temperature
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4. Optional Splice Function
Allows setting general parameters of every mode for splicing and tube heater operation.
Splice option
① Select [Splice Option] in main menu to display

menu list for splice on the screen.
Splice setting
② Users are allowed changing some of the

parameters.
③ Use or key to select required value and press ENTER key to confirm the
selection.
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Menu setting
Automatic splice is carried out when “Auto Run” is set to ON.
Auto Run The splicing process is carried out automatically when wind cover is
closed after placing fibers into the equipment.
If “Pause 1” is set to ON, the splicing operation is stopped after

completing the fibers interval setting.
Pause 1
The splicing is resumed when SET button is pressed.
Cleave angle is displayed during pause time.
If “Pause 1” is set to ON, the splicing operation is stopped after

Pause 2 completing the fibers alignment.
The arc-discharge splicing is resumed when Arc button is pressed.
Data Display
If it is set to ON, the right and left cleave angles of the fiber are
Cleave angle
measured and displayed on the screen.
If it is set to ON, the measured values of alignment deviation of core

Axis deviation
and clad are displayed.
5. Splice Result Saving
This equipment has memory space in which 2000 splice results can be saved.
Splice result display
Splice results saved in the memory can be displayed, added and edited.
Saved data can be downloaded to PC.
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Splice result saving
① Select [Splice Memory] in main menu.
Splice result setting

② Select [Data Display]. And find a required item
among displayed splice results. Press ENTER key.
③ Move the cursor to the memory number of the

data to be displayed to set a memory number.
 When data is displayed on the screen, press
ENTER key again.
 Press to open [Move to]. Set a memory
number and press ENTER key.
④ Splice result data is displayed on the screen.
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Deleting splice result
A part of or an entire splice result saved in the memory can be deleted.
① Select [Clear Memory] in [Splice Memory] to display menu for deleting splice results.
[Clearing entire splice results]
② Move to [Clear All Data] and press ENTER key. Yes or No selection appears.
③ If ENTER key is pressed one more time, entire splice results are removed
[Clearing a part of splice results]
② Select [Clear Part Memory] and press ENTER key to move to [Clear Part Memory]
menu.
③ Set the range of data (from the start number to the last number to be removed) using
and press ENTER key to delete those selected ones. The empty space
after clearing is filled with the first data coming after the last data deleted.
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Select [Splice Memory]
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6. VFL/OPTICAL POWER METER
1) SWIFT F1 optical power meter
① Select Main menu → Optical power meter /

VFL→ Optical power meter→ Measure menu
as shown in the figure.
Upon pressing ESC key on the start-up screen,

it directly moves to screen of Optical power
meter / VFL selection.
– Tone: Displaying frequency of light source

– Continuous: State turned on at all times without
frequency of light source
– Others: Displaying the corresponding frequency
(270, 330, 1K, 2K by unit of Hz)
– Wavelength: Displaying wavelength of light source
– Optical power: Displaying power of light source,
marking default dBm and mW
– dBm/dB: Selecting which of dBm or dB to be used in displaying power of light source
Upon marking with dB, the reference is also marked simultaneously.
– Save: Saving measured values of light source that are currently being measured
– Ref.(Reference) : Setting reference value upon marking with dB
– W/L(Wavelength): Making changes on wavelength of light source
– Menus moved with left and right keys and operation performed with the enter key
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② Measure the quantity of light by linking up the connector to the adapter of optical
power meter as shown in the figure (picture).
③ Follow the order below to check out measurement data.

Optical Power Meter → History
④ To delete saved measurement data, please follow the order below.

Optical Power Meter → Clear History → Yes
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2) SWIFT F1 disconnection checker
① Select Main menu → Optical power meter /

VFL→ VFL menu as shown in the figure.
Press ESC button on the start-up screen, it

directly moves to you see the screen of Optical
power meter / VFL selection.
② Link up the connector to the disconnection checker adapter, and make sure VFL
is “ON”
Then, check out if the fiber is connected or not.
※ SWIFT F1+ shortcut key: On Main Menu, press key once → VFL on,
press the same key twice → Toggle, 3 times →
off.
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③ On Toggle status, modulation is activated with 2~ 3 Hz.
④ Make sure to return to VFL Off status after disconnection checker use.
Be careful not to directly see the light output from disconnection checker
with naked eye as it could cause blindness.
This product conforms to

Class 2 laser safety standard
and it is with this safety label
being attached.
It is hazardous to look directly
into laser with naked eye.
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VIII. Sub-menu
This menu is composed of a set of sub menu, each of which controls detailed function of
the equipment.
① Press ENTER key and cursor to move sub-menu.
② Each setting can be selected and modified.
1. Language
Language change
① Select Language in sub-menu and press ENTER

key.
② Select required language format and press

ENTER key.
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2. Power Saving Function
Power saving function is essential for energy preservation. When the battery is used
without setting of power saving function, the number of connections decreases so it is
recommended to use power saving function.
Setting power saving function
① Insert power supply unit into the equipment Select SUB

and turn on the power.
Power Save
② Select the power save mode displayed in

adjustment menu on screen when using power
supply unit.
③ LCD monitor is automatically turned off when fusion splicer is not in use for a
certain period of time. Make sure to maintain this setting while battery is being used.
LCD monitor will turn on upon pressing ENTER key.
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3. Menu Lock
① Select Menu Lock in [Sub Menu] and press

ENTER Key.
② Select password and press ENTER key. Create a

password by moving the cursor and press finish
key to set or cancel the menu lock. If you select
password locked, following items cannot be
modified.
Initial password is as 0000 in the factory.
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③ Select Splice Mode and press ENTER key. Then
you will be able to set or cancel menu lock in the
menu appeared.
If you choose Yes, whenever you are trying to
modify parameters or settings of splice mode,
“Password Locked” is displayed. The modification
cannot be completed.
④ If you choose Heater Mode, the menu lock for

heater mode can be set. If you choose Yes, no
change in heater mode settings can be made.
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⑤ If you choose Splice Memory and Yes, deleting
splice results cannot be made.
Even if password locked is set to Yes,

unless the lock of each mode is set Yes, modification
of each mode is not locked.
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4. Other Option
In other option in sub menu, additional functions can be set.
① Password change and buzzer sound change,

theme change can be made in System Setting.
Do not forget the password you’ve

created, if you forget it, the equipment should be
sent to the factory to initialize the password.
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② Program version shows the current version of
operation program.
③ Anglelimit on Arc-discharge calibration, you can

set limitations on angle upon calibration of
discharged amount.
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IX. Auxiliary menu
1. Calibration of Arc-discharge
Arc-discharge current needs to be calibrated in accordance with the changes in

temperature, humidity and air pressure of surrounding area. Temperature, humidity and air
pressure sensors are useful in calibrating arc-discharge depending on external conditions.
The changes of arc-discharge current caused by the wear of electrodes and fiber splicing
operation are not calibrated automatically.
In addition, the central axis could be moved to either right or left side. Such case will
affect the splice position of fiber, hence calibration is required.
[Arc-discharge Calibration] is a function to adjust the “properties” value of arc-

discharge current. The element value is used in the operation program for splicing. In
addition, calibrated value of arc-discharge current cannot be changed in splice mode.
Calibration procedure
① Select [Stabilize Electrodes] in [Splice Menu] to

display calibration screen.
② Place cleaved fibers into the arc fusion splicer.
 In general SM or DS type fiber is used for calibrating arc-discharge current.

 Use a clean fiber because dust on the fiber surface may affect calibration result.
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③ Press ENTER key
Arc-discharge is carried out after aligning the fiber. The arc-discharge current can
be adjusted in accordance with arc-discharge status.
Initial cleave angle is not related to the parameter “cleave loss” in splice
mode. The initial cleave angle can be set independently for the purpose of
controlling arc-discharge current.
④ When measuring is done, following result is displayed on the screen.
Select [Stabilize Electrodes]

“Calibration complete” message
Means arc-discharge current calibration and setting

splice position has been successfully completed. Arc-discharge current calibration
Press ESC key to close the function.
“Test Again” Message
Means calibration and position setting have been

done but arc-discharge needs to be carried out again
because huge difference occurs after calibration.
Prepare a new fiber and re-conduct wind cover after Completion
pressing r key. Even if the calibration is not completed, of Arc-discharge current calibration
it could be cancelled by pressing ESC key.
In general, many times of re-arc-discharge

are required to get a successful result or
“CALIBRATION COMPLETE” message. When there
is no message of completion even after several
discharges, you can presume it is completed.
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2. Electrode
1) Electrode Stabilization
Sometimes, splice loss rate grows due to unstable

arc-discharge current caused by surrounding
environmental factors. Users need to understand that
it takes quite a time for the arc fusion splicer to
generate stabilized arc-discharge when it is used in
high or low position. So it is necessary to continue
adjust arc-discharge current until it is stabilized.
When measurement is completed, “CALIBRATION
COMPLETED” message appears; it means [Arc-
discharge Calibration] has been successfully
completed.
Process
① Select [Stabilize Electrode].
② Remove the fiber optic connector in the fusion

splicer.
③ Press ENTER key to activate electrode

stabilization process.
④ Stabilization is completed when entire process

of [Arc-discharge calibration] is done.
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2) Electrode Replacement
The equipment needs to be cleaned in a regular

manner as electrodes are being worn off and silica
oxide particles are deposited continuously. It is
recommended to set the replacement period to
2,500 times of discharge.
When the discharge count exceeds 2,500 times, a
message to request for the replacement of
electrodes appears. In that case, turn off the power
and replace them. Continuous use of the machine
without replacing electrodes will increase splice loss
rate and affect the quality of spliced point.
Replacement procedure
① Turn off the power.
② Loosen the cover handle of electrode.
③ Carefully take out electrodes.
④ Clean carefully new electrodes with a cotton swab wet in alcohol and mount them to
the splicer.
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(i) Correctly place an electrode into the V-groove of electrode base.
(ii) Fix electrode cover by tightening screws.
 Be careful not to damage the electrodes while replacing them.

 Turn the handle while pressing electrode cover at a correct position.
⑤ Turn on the power and set a fiber. Press Enter. After carrying out the calibration of arc-
discharge current, repeat arc-discharge about 4 times to stabilize the new electrodes.
⑥ Repeat arc-discharge calibration after completing a discharge until “CALIBRATION

COMPLETE” appears.
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3) Electrode Caution
User can check the replacement timing through

Electrode Menu
4) Electrode Used
User can check the current usage count through

Electrode Menu
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3. Clearing Arc-discharge Count
Users can clear the record of arc-discharge count.
① Select [Clear Arc Count].
② Select Yes and press ENTER key to delete the

record.
This is a function required to be done

after replacing electrodes.
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4. Date and Time Setting
Users can set the date and time when data is saved in the equipment.
① Select [Calendar].
② The current date and time are displayed.
5. Sensor Value
Various sensors are used in the equipment to display

current temperature, air pressure, humidity and
battery voltage.
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X. Menu Management
1. Pop-up Menu Setting
Splice mode and heater mode, which are frequently used, can be registered as a pop-up
menu so that mode change to those functions can be done promptly by pressing up or
down key.
Press or key
 Select necessary mode and press ENTER key to
apply the selection. Press ESC key to return.
Replacement
① Splice mode registration.
Press ENTER Key → Select Splice Mode → Move to the mode to register →
Press Key → Pop-up menu registration box appears → select necessary
number using up and down keys → Press ENTER Key → Registration completed
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② Heater mode registration
Press ENTER Key → Select Heater Mode → Press Key → Pop-up menu
registration box appears → select necessary number using up and down keys →
Press ENTER Key → Registration completed
2. Setting Automatic Heater
It is a convenient function when continuously splice works have to be carried out. When
wind cover is opened after completing a splice operation, heater is activated for a set
time period.
Press ENTER Key → Main Menu → Select splice sub menu → Basic → Set or cancel
by selecting ON or OFF in auto heat.
3. Setting or Cancelling Error
Users can either set or cancel errors that are not affecting splicing operation.
Press ENTER Key → Main Menu → Select Splice Sub Menu → Ignore Splice Error →
Select ON or OFF for each item
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XI. Error Message
1. FIBER DIRTY
An error message that indicates that there are foreign substances on the prepared
optical fibers more than normal limit.
 Clean the fibers and set again.
2. ALIGNMENT ERROR
An error message appears when the fibers are not placed in the middle of electrodes
and V-groove or object lenses or prism is stained.
 Press Reset button and correctly re-place the fibers in the middle of electrodes and
V-groove.
 Check and clean the condition of lenses and prism.
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3. FIBER TOO LONG
It appears when fibers are placed too close to electrodes or LED light is not bright
enough due to stains on the lenses or prism.
 Press Reset button and correctly re-place the fibers.

 Clean the condition of lenses and prism
 Conduct LED examination, if there is an error, contact
Ilsintech.
4. FIBER OVER ANGLE
It appears when the measured value of fiber cleave angle is bigger than angle limit.
 Check the condition of fiber cleaver and reset the fiber.

 Check the limit of cleave angle.
5. LOSS LIMIT OVER
It appears when the estimated loss value is bigger than loss limit.
 Check the loss limit setting.
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6. FIBER THIN
It appears when the spliced part is thinner than reference value after conducting splice.
 Reduce the length to pull in the pulling splice menu.

 Check whether arc-discharge is too strong or discharge time is too long.
7. FIBER THICK
It appears when the spliced part is too thick after conducting splice.
 Reduce the overlapping setting value.

 Check whether arc-discharge is too weak or discharge time is too short.
8. Bubbles
It appears when bubbles or dots are generated on the spliced part after splicing.
 Check fiber cleaver.

 Clean V-Groove.
 Check electrodes.
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XII. Problem solving
After splicing, if loss rate is too big or any abnormal results are discovered, do as
instructed below;
1. Loss rate is too big
① It could be caused by dust or foreign substances on the surface of fiber.

 Sufficiently clean the surface of fiber.
 Do not clean the fiber after cutting to prevent the cross section being stained.
 Do not slide the fiber in to V-groove.
 Set the fiber at the V-groove by placing it vertically.
② Foreign substances in V-groove will hinder a correct alignment.

 Maintain V-Groove and fiber holder in a clean condition at all times.
③ Bad electrode condition

 An electrode has to be replaced if it is worn off or its tip is bent or contaminated.
④ Improper arc-discharge current or discharge time

 Check the discharge current and time and set it again to a proper value.
 Initial setting values are the most optimized settings.
⑤ Incorrect splice mode

 Check whether a proper splice mode for a specific fiber type has been selected.
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2. Abnormal Splicing Operation
① Alignment operation is continued

 Open wind cover and close it again.
 When abnormal alignment operation continues, open the wind breaking cover or
press the Reset button, turn the power off and then contact Ilsintech.
② “Optical fiber is too long” error occurs continuously.

 Press the Reset button, turn the power off and then contact Ilsintech.
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XIII. Other Menu
1. Self-Diagnosis Test
The operational status of the functions of SWIFT F1 can be tested by a simple self-
diagnosis test.
Procedure
① Place a fiber into the SWIFT F1 and select [Self Diagnosis] in the menu.
Check following matters
Item Description
1 LED test Check the brightness of LED.
2 Motor test Check the operational condition of each motor.
Check whether there are foreign substances or dust on the

3 Dust test
fiber surface.
② The result of the test is displayed on the screen. It dust test result is not good, there
is a possibility of splicing error is spite of cleaning the lense. If it happens, contact
Ilsintech. Dust test and LED test are located in [Other Menu].
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2. Dust Test
Users can observe the fiber through visual processing. Dust or stains on the camera
lenses or wind cover prism could cause a wrong splice result by hindering normal
observation of the fiber.
This function judges whether contaminants’ state reaches a degree to cause problems in
splicing.
Procedure
① Select [Dust Test] in [Other].
② Remove any fibers placed in the splicer and press ENTER key to start the test.
③ After test, if “ERROR” message appears, clean wind cover prism and lenses.
Conduct [Dust Test] again. Refer to “Splice quality maintenance” page for the way
to clean them.
④ Press Esc key to stop dust test.
If the user cannot remove dust on the wind cover prism or lenses after
cleaning them, contact Ilsintech.
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3. LED Test
The arc fusion splicer observes fibers after processing the image visually. Dusts or dirt on
the camera, lenses or wind cover 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.
Procedure
① Select [Led Test] in [Other]
② Remove any fibers placed in the splicer and press ENTER key to start the test.
③ After test, if “ERROR” message appears, contact Ilsintech.
④ Press “Esc” to end dust test.
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4. Motor Operation
Two motors in the equipment can be running separately and manually. In addition,
motors, which are in [Pause 1] and [Pause 2], can be activated by opening this menu
during splicing operation.
① Select [Run Motor]
② Select different motor using or button. The name of the selected motor is
displayed at the top of the screen.
③ Run the selected motor to a required direction using or button.
Motor
ZL/ZR Backward movement Forward movement
X/Y Moves fiber downward. Moves fiber upward
X CAM
Moves the lens away from fiber. Moves the lens close to fiber
Y CAM
5. Maintenance Information
When [Maintenance Information] is selected, below information appears.
Shows the year, month and date when the equipment was
Production Date
produced.
The number of discharges done after replacing electrodes.

Arc-discharge Count
It can be initialized to ‘0’ by executing [Clear Arc Count].
Total Arc-discharge
Shows the total arc-discharge count of the equipment.
Count
Last Maintenance Date Shows the most previous maintenance date.
Next Maintenance Date Shows the next maintenance schedule.
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XIV. Frequently Asked Questions
1. Power Supply
① Cannot turn off the power by pressing the power button.

 Press the switch and hold it about 1 second before releasing.
② Unable to carry out many splicing works with fully charged battery packs.
 If the user is not using power saving function, the power consumption is huge. Refer
to [Power Save] for more information. If a battery pack has been kept for a long period
without being used, charge the battery fully before utilizing it.
A battery pack has its operation life, replace old batteries with new ones. Since the
battery packs are operated based on chemical reactions, the electric energy of the
battery decrease and dramatically drops, in particular, at below zero temperatures. Also,
the electric consumption for splicing increase in high altitude, hence the use time of a
battery pack drops in such occasion.
③ While a battery is being charged, “Red” LED on the AC charger blinks

 Disconnect AC power code and connect it again in 10 to 15 seconds.
This incident could happen when a battery is charged when air temperature is too high
or under direct sunlight. Another case is that the battery pack is damaged or its service
life has been over. If LED is still blinking when charging a new battery pack, contact
Ilsintech.
④ LED of charger is not turned on.

 Disconnect AC power code and connect DC code to the charging jack for 10 to 15
seconds. And connect AC power code again.
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⑤ Remaining battery capacity is not displayed.
 Charge battery packs
Place battery packs into the battery charger and connect AC adaptor.
Connect AC adaptor exclusive for charging to the SWIFT F1+ charger, install the
removed battery and charge.
⑥ Remaining battery is not displayed properly.

 Use the indicator only as a reference. When battery display does not accurately
operate, operation time may differ.
2. Splice
① An error message appears on the screen.

 Refer to [Error Message List].
② Irregular / high splice loss rate.

 Clean V-groove, fiber holder, prism, object lenses in accordance with [Splice Quality
Maintenance]. Refer to “estimated high loss” in the [Error Message List].
If the fiber is bent or twisted, place the bent part upward. Cleave angle, arc-discharge
conditions and cleanness of fiber affect the loss rate. If the loss rate still is high after
conducting above measures, contact Ilsintech. An annual maintenance and repair are
required for marinating good splice quality.
③ Verification of splice procedure

 Refer to [Splice Procedure].
④ Monitor is suddenly turned off.

 Press Menu key and check power saving settings.
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⑤ The equipment is suddenly turned off.
 Turn on the equipment and check power saving settings.
⑥ How to change the error limit values of cleave angle, splice loss and fiber angle?
 Refer to [Splice Mode Edit].
⑦ Error message can be ignored.

 Refer to [Splice Other Option].
⑧ Cannot adjust arc-discharge current and time.

 On saved modes such as SM, NZ and MM, Arc amount and Arc time cannot be
changed. Other than the 9 saved splicing modes, changes can be made on newly
created modes.
⑨ How to set pause?

⑩ How to display cleave angle, fiber angle and core/clad deviation?

⑪ Difference between estimated splice loss and measured splice loss.

 Use estimated splice loss only as a reference purpose because it is a calculated
result. OTDR loss and splicing loss may differ.
⑫ ON/OFF discharge should be applied for re-discharge in case of using a special mode.
 Set [Arc-discharge 2 ON Time] to 500 and [Arc-discharge 2 OFF Time] to OFF. Refer
to [Splice Mode Edit]
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3. Tube Heater Operation
① Fiber protection sleeve is not fully contracted.

 Increase heating time. Refer to [Heater Mode Edit].
② Heater is overheated.
 Stop the operation of the heater by pressing heater key and turn off the power.
Contact the manufacturer.
③ Fiber protection sleeve is stuck to the heating plate after being contracted.
 Use a cotton swab or similar matter to push or remove the sleeve.
④ How to initialize heating conditions of heater mode?

 Refer to [Heater Mode Edit].
⑤ Howe to cancel heating process?

 Press Heat key times to cancel heating. It cannot be cancelled by pressing Reset key.
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4. Management
① How to prevent modifying function list?

 Refer to [Menu Lock].
② Howe to lock the “Splice”, “Edit” or “heater mode”?

 Refer to [Menu Lock].
③ Password is lost.
 Contact Ilsintech.
5. Other Settings
① [Arc-discharge calibration] is repeated many times until “Test Completion” is displayed.

 More calibration is required when surrounding environment is radically changed or
after electrodes are replaced.
② “Test Completion” is not displayed even though the calibration has been repeated
many times.
 Activate [Stabilize Electrode] in [Maintenance Menu]. If it doesn’t work, replace
electrodes according to [Electrode Replacement] function.
③ No change in arc-discharge current after calibration

 Arc-discharge changes internal elements. The arc-discharge amount displayed in
each splice mode is not changed.
Calibration result affects entire splice modes.
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XV. PC Program Installation
1. Installation Procedure
① Move the provided driver onto PC and save it.
② Connect the equipment to PC with a USB cable.
③ New hardware is found and USB Serial Port Driver

is installed.
④ Hardware update wizard is activated.

Select “Yes, now and every time…” and
click Next.
⑤ Select “Install from a list or …” and click

Next.
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⑥ Select “Search for the best…” and
“Include this location…”as shown below
and click Browse to find the location
when FTDRIVER is saved.
⑦ When clicked Next below screen appears.
⑧ Click Finish .
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⑨ When the installation of USB Serial
Converter Driver is completed, Hardware
update wizard is activated again.
⑩ Select “Search for the best…” and

“Include this location…”as shown below
and click Browse to find the location
when FTDRIVER is saved.
⑪ When clicked Next below screen appears.
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⑫ Click Finish to complete the installation of
USB Serial Port.
⑬ Select My PC and click mouse right button and select

Properties.
⑭ Select [Hardware] tap and click [Device Manager].
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⑮ Click [Fort (COM & LPT)] and select
“USB Serial Port”.
⑯ In the “USB Serial Port Properties” window, set the

speed of Bits per second to 115200.
⑰ In “Advanced Setting for COMx”

window, click “COM Port Number” and
select the port to be used in COM3 ~
COM10 Port. Click Ok and confirm the
selection.
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⑱ Activate SWIFT F1 Splicer program
and select COMx Port as the
serial port, which has been
decided in device manager
setting.
⑲ Click “Open” and activate Start

Receive. Following screen appears.
⑳ When splice data of the equipment

is transmitted to PC, data is
displayed in <Splice Results>
window in chronological order.
Detailed data can be shown in
<Detail Display> window when an
item is clicked. Splice results are
recorded as F1 .txt in the folder
where SWIFT F1 Splicer program
is installed or on the desktop.
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XVI. Warranty Period and Contact
1. Warranty Period and Limit of Responsibility
If an Arc fusion splicer is broken within one year from delivery, it will be repaired by the
manufacturer for free. However, the buyer will be charged for the repair regardless of the
warranty period if the breakage or damage incurred due to.
① natural disaster,
② application of abnormal high frequency voltage,
③ negligent handling,
④ handling or maintenance not meeting the operational procedures or instructions

presented in service manual and
⑤ seal sign being already damaged.
2. Before sending the equipment
Please contact Ilsintech first.
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3. For more effective maintenance and repair of the
equipment,
① buyers should include a note which contains

(Name, department, company, address, telephone no, Fax no, e-mail address)
② arc fusion splicer’s serial no and
③ error messages appeared when an incident or breakage occurred. Possibly with a brief
explanation of the symptoms or reasons for repair including the condition and time of
incident, current condition and monitor condition, etc.
4. Transport of the equipment
Since this arc fusion splicer is high-precision equipment, it is required to protect it from
moisture, shake or physical impact by transporting it after keeping in an exclusive carrier
case. When requesting for repair service, please, make sure that the body with
components is sent in an exclusive carrier case.
5. Repair
Contents saved such as splicing results or splicing modes may be deleted

according to condition of repair work.
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Products Warranty
Name of product SWIFT F1

Production Number
Date of purchase
Name Telephone
Customer
Address
General Product Limited Warrant

1. This product is manufactured under strict quality management and inspection pro-
cesses.
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 an exclusive carrier 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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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Device Type Notification
A Class Device Users need to understand that this device (A Class) has
(Broadcasting and
obtained EMI (Electromagnetic compatibility) and been
communication device,
designed to be used in places other than home.
commercial use)
Telephone +82 42 671 5609~11

Homepage www.ilsintech.com
E-mail sales@ilsintech.com

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Read this service manual carefully before running SWIFT F1 .

SWIFT F1 USER MANUAL

I. NOTES FOR USERS 5

II. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND COMPONENTS 9

III. USING METHOD 12

IV. PRODUCT FEATURES 17

VI. SPLICER MAINTENANCE 46

IX. AUXILIARY MENU 86

XI. ERROR MESSAGE 96

XII. PROBLEM SOLVING 99

XIII. OTHER MENU 101

XIV. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 105

XV. PC PROGRAM INSTALLATION 110

Products Warranty 119

Keep this user manual along with equipment at all times.

Apply correct voltage. Warnings

Do not disassemble AC adapter, battery or the SWIFT F1 . Transforming or modification

When using an external battery, follow the instructions below;

� Do not charge or discharge the battery near a flame or blaze.

� Do not excessively shake or physically impact the battery.

immediately stop charging and ask to ILSINTECH.

Do not use SWIFT F1 in an environment in which flammable liquids or hazardous

Do not clean SWIFT F1 with compressed air or compressed gas.

: DO NOT SPRAY FREON GAS

Do not touch protection sleeve or Cautions

Do not give shocks on SWIFT F1 since it is a precision machine. When moving or

Maintain the electrodes as instructed below;

� Place new electrodes in the correct position.

� Replace the electrodes as a pair.

The equipment’s technical parts must be examined by a qualified technician or

Fiber alignment Fixed V-Groove(Clad to Clad)

Applicable type of connector SC, FC, ST, LC

Fiber count Single fiber

Fiber setting and cleaved length 7.0mm

Splicing modes Splice mode: 100, Heater mode: 50

Return loss >60dB

Splicing time Typical 7sec

Splice loss estimate Available

Sleeve heating time 30sec(0.9mm fiber), 70sec(Indoor, 3.0mm cable),

Tension test 1.96N

Altitude: 0~5,000m above sea level, Temperature: -10℃~50℃,

Dimensions 136(W) × 203(L) × 86(H)mm

Weight 1.2kg(Include battery 1.5kg)

DC Lithium polymer battery(DC 14.8V, 1650mAh),

No. of splice cycles with battery Typical 120 cycles(0.9mm fiber)

Electrode life More than 2,500 times splicing without exchange

SWIFT F1 Body F1-B Battery Pack

F1-2 Charger AC Power Cord Work Belt

DC Adaptor Carrying Case

Fiber types 0.25 mm 0.9 mm

Fiber Length: 40mm Length: 28mm

Always use the battery provided with SWIFT F1 by the manufacturer.

Charging starts when the red LED on the charger is

LED power indicator

When AC power is applied, it turns in

In case of using AC Adapter

The AC charger exclusive for SWIFT F1 provides

In case of using DC Adapter