ORIENTEK Komshine FX39 Fusion Splicer User Manual

1. Product Overview

The ORIENTEK Komshine FX39 is a high-performance 6-motor fusion splicer designed for efficient and precise optical fiber welding. It features fast splicing and heating times, a durable electrode life, and a user-friendly interface, making it suitable for various fiber optic installation and maintenance tasks.

Key Features:

• Fast Splicing & Heating: Achieves splicing in 6 seconds and heating in 16 seconds.
• High Durability: Electrode service life of up to 5000 times.
• Intuitive Display: Equipped with a 4.3-inch LCD color display.
• Long Battery Life: 7800mAh battery supports approximately 400 cycles of splicing and heating.
• Data Storage: Stores 10,000 sets of splicing results and 2,000 images.
• Real-time Arc Correction: Ensures stable splicing accuracy.
• USB Interface: For data download and software updates.
• Robust Design: Silicone protective cover provides waterproof, anti-fall, and anti-vibration protection.
• Versatile Fixture: Three-in-one fixture for various fiber types.

Image 1.1: The Komshine FX39 Fusion Splicer shown alongside the TFL-Q Visual Fault Locator.

2. Product Configuration and Components

The Komshine FX39 Fusion Splicer package includes the following components:

• FX39 Fusion Splicer Unit
• TAWAA FC-30 Fiber Cleaver
• Carry Case
• Cleaning Tools (e.g., alcohol bottle, tweezers)
• Charger
• Cleaning Wipes
• Fiber Strippers
• Tawaa Catalog / User Manual

Image 2.1: Overview of the Komshine FX39 Fusion Splicer and its accompanying accessories, including the fiber cleaver, carry case, and various tools.

3. Setup and Initial Operation

3.1 Battery Installation and Charging

The FX39 is powered by a 7800mAh lithium battery. Ensure the battery is fully charged before initial use.

1. Locate the battery compartment on the side of the splicer.
2. Insert the battery pack (Model: BTR-78) into the compartment, ensuring it clicks securely into place.
3. Connect the charger to the splicer and a power outlet. The charging indicator will illuminate. A full charge takes approximately 3.5 hours and supports over 400 splicing and heating cycles.

Image 3.1: Detailed view of the BTR-78 battery pack, highlighting its specifications and charging instructions.

Image 3.2: The FX39 Fusion Splicer with the battery pack correctly installed.

3.2 Powering On

Press and hold the power button until the display illuminates. The splicer will perform a self-check and display the main operating interface.

4. Operating Instructions

4.1 Fiber Preparation

1. Strip the fiber optic cable to the required length, exposing the bare fiber.
2. Clean the bare fiber thoroughly with an alcohol wipe to remove any contaminants.
3. Use the TAWAA FC-30 Fiber Cleaver to cleave the fiber end, ensuring a clean, perpendicular cut.

4.2 Splicing Process

1. Open the splicer's top cover.
2. Place the prepared fibers into the V-grooves of the three-in-one fixture. The fixture supports jumper, bare fiber, and flat fiber types. Ensure the fiber ends are positioned correctly for core alignment.
3. Close the fiber clamps and the wind protector.
4. The splicer will automatically initiate the splicing process, including core alignment, arc discharge, and splice loss estimation. The 4.3-inch LCD will display the progress.
5. Once splicing is complete (approximately 6 seconds), the estimated splice loss will be displayed.

Image 4.1: The FX39 Fusion Splicer with its top cover open, revealing the splicing area and fiber clamps.

Image 4.2: A close-up view of the splicing area, showing the V-grooves and fiber placement for fusion.

Image 4.3: Illustration of the three-in-one fixture, demonstrating its compatibility with jumper, bare, and flat fiber types.

4.3 Heat Shrink Protection

1. Carefully remove the spliced fiber from the V-grooves.
2. Slide a heat shrink sleeve over the splice point.
3. Place the fiber with the heat shrink sleeve into the heating oven.
4. Close the oven lid. The heating process will start automatically (approximately 16 seconds).
5. Once heating is complete, carefully remove the protected splice.

5. Maintenance

5.1 Electrode Maintenance

The electrodes have a service life of approximately 5000 splices. When splice quality degrades or the splicer indicates electrode replacement, follow the manufacturer's guidelines for replacement. Always use genuine replacement electrodes.

5.2 Cleaning

• Regularly clean the V-grooves, fiber clamps, and objective lenses with a lint-free cloth and isopropyl alcohol.
• Keep the splicing area free from dust and fiber debris to ensure optimal performance.
• Clean the exterior of the splicer with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals.

6. Troubleshooting

This section provides solutions to common issues encountered during the operation of the FX39 Fusion Splicer.

6.1 High Splice Loss

• Cause: Poor fiber cleave. Solution: Re-cleave the fiber ends using the FC-30 cleaver, ensuring a clean, perpendicular cut.
• Cause: Dirty fiber ends. Solution: Clean fiber ends thoroughly with alcohol wipes before cleaving and splicing.
• Cause: Dirty V-grooves or fiber clamps. Solution: Clean the V-grooves and clamps with a cotton swab and alcohol.
• Cause: Worn or contaminated electrodes. Solution: Clean or replace electrodes if they have exceeded their service life or appear damaged.

6.2 Splicer Not Powering On

• Cause: Low battery. Solution: Connect the splicer to the charger and allow it to charge.
• Cause: Battery not properly installed. Solution: Ensure the battery pack is securely seated in its compartment.

6.3 Heating Oven Malfunction

• Cause: Oven lid not fully closed. Solution: Ensure the heating oven lid is completely closed before starting the heating cycle.
• Cause: Overheating protection activated. Solution: Allow the splicer to cool down if it has been used continuously for an extended period.

For persistent issues, please contact ORIENTEK customer support.

7. Specifications

8. Warranty and Support

For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please contact ORIENTEK directly or refer to the official product documentation included with your purchase. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase for warranty claims.