Hach sc1000 user manual Electrostatic discharge ESD considerations

Installation

Figure 5 Remove display module and probe module cover

1	Probe module cover	3	Connector, display module
2	Display module	4	Screw (4x)

3.3.1 Electrostatic discharge (ESD) considerations

Important Note: To minimize hazards and ESD risks, maintenance procedures not requiring power to the analyzer should be performed with power removed.

Delicate internal electronic components can be damaged by static electricity, resulting in degraded instrument performance or eventual failure. The manufacturer recommends taking the following steps to prevent ESD damage to your instrument:

•Before touching any instrument electronic components (such as printed circuit cards and the components on them) discharge static electricity from your body. This can be accomplished by touching an earth-grounded metal surface such as the chassis of an instrument, or a metal conduit or pipe.

•To reduce static build-up, avoid excessive movement. Transport static-sensitive components in anti-static containers or packaging.

•To discharge static electricity from your body and keep it discharged, wear a wrist strap connected by a wire to earth ground.

•Handle all static-sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use anti-static floor pads and work bench pads.

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