Tektronix TDS3000 Preventing Electrostatic Damage, Battery Recycling

General Safety Summary
TDS3000 Series Service Manual ix
CAUTION. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage components in the
oscilloscope and its accessories. To prevent ESD, observe these precautions
when directed to do so.
Use a Ground Strap. Wear a grounded antistatic wrist strap to discharge the static
voltage from your body while installing or removing sensitive components.
Use a Safe Work Area. Do not use any devices capable of generating or holding a
static charge in the work area where you install or remove sensitive components.
Avoid handling sensitive components in areas that have a floor or bench top
surface capable of generating a static charge.
Handle Components Carefully. Do not slide sensitive components over any
surface. Do not touch exposed connector pins. Handle sensitive components as
little as possible.
Transport and Store Carefully. Transport and store sensitive components in a
static-protected bag or container.
This product contains a Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) battery, which must be recycled
or disposed of properly. For the location of a local battery recycler in the U.S. or
Canada, please contact:
RBRC (800) BATTERY
Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp. (800) 227-7379
P.O. Box 141870 www.rbrc.com
Gainesville, Florida 32614
Preventing Electrostatic
Damage
Battery Recycling