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Chapter 6 Service
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions
Almost all electrical components can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD) during handling. Component damage can occur at electrostatic discharge voltages as low as 50 volts.
The following guidelines will help prevent ESD damage when servicing the function generator or any electronic device.
œDisassemble instruments only in a
œUse a conductive work area to dissipate static charge.
œUse a conductive wrist strap to dissipate static charge accumulation.
œMinimize handling.
œKeep replacement parts in original
œRemove all plastic, styrofoam, vinyl, paper, and other
œUse only
SHOCK HAZARD. Only
Surface Mount Repair
Surface mount components should only be removed using soldering irons or desoldering stations expressly designed for surface mount components. Use of conventional solder removal equipment will almost always result in permanent damage to the printed circuit board and will void your Agilent factory warranty.
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