Chapter 1 ___________________________________________ General Information
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CAUTION
The component boards include CMOS microchips. The
component boards should be transported and stored in
conductive carriers. Although new CMOS devices are
protected against overvoltage damages caused by static
electric discharge of the operator, careful handling is
recommended. The operator should be properly grounded.
Unnecessary handling of component boards should be
avoided.
ESD Protection
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can cause immediate or latent
damage to electronic circuits. Vaisala products are
adequately protected against ESD for their intended use.
However, it is possible to damage the product by delivering
electrostatic discharges when touching, removing, or
inserting any objects inside the equipment housing.
To make sure you are not delivering high static voltages
yourself:
- Handle ESD sensitive components on a properly
grounded and protected ESD workbench. When this is
not possible, ground yourself to the equipment chassis
before touching the boards. Ground yourself with a wrist
strap and a resistive connection cord. When neither of the
above is possible, touch a conductive part of the
equipment chassis with your other hand before touching
the boards.
- Always hold the boards by the edges and avoid touching
the component contacts.