** To prevent flaring of the fiber cladding, start by wiping from the center of the fiber and continue the cleaning stroke until you are well past the end of the fiber. This will help to prevent any snagging and tearing back of the cladding from its core. | ** To prevent flaring of the fiber cladding, start by wiping from the center of the fiber and continue the cleaning stroke until you are well past the end of the fiber. This will help to prevent any snagging and tearing back of the cladding from its core. |