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You’ll notice that the component designations in the directions don’t go exactly in order.
We have grouped them so that all components with the same value appear together. This
makes assembly easier. You’ll find in the parts kit that similar parts, e.g. 3 1K resistors,
are typically (though not always) taped together.
Install the Diodes
In general, you install axial leaded components (like the 1N4004 diodes) by placing the
body on the silk screen side of the board, and the leads through the indicated holes. Bend
the leads over on the back of the board to keep the resistors from falling out until your
solder them in place. Try to bend the leads in a direction that won’t lead to solder bridges
between traces that should remain disconnected.
We recommend the following procedure:
1. Insert all components of the same value or type
2. Bend the leads as described above.
3. Solder the leads on the back of the board.
4. Clip the leads.
Track your progress by placing a check-mark in the done column as you install each
component.
Diodes – Polarity is important!
Make sure that the banded ended of the diode matches the banded end of the silk screen
Use 0.45” spacing for lead
bending jig (optional) for 1N4004 diodes
Use 0.5” spacing for lead
bending jig (optional) for 2A04 diodes
Install the non-polarized Capacitors
The capacitors we install in this section can be installed in either orientation.
C1 0.1 µF
100 V Ceramic, 104 (stands for 1010
4
=10
5
pF
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