Workstation Precautions - Compaq M300 - Armada - PII 333 MHz Maintenance And Service Manual

Workstation Precautions

Use the following grounding precautions at workstations:
Cover the workstation with approved static-dissipative material (refer to Table 4-2
later in this chapter).
Use a wrist strap connected to a properly grounded work surface and use properly
grounded tools and equipment.
Use field service tools, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuums that are
conductive.
When using fixtures that must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use fixtures
made of static-safe materials only.
Keep work area free of nonconductive materials such as ordinary plastic assembly
aids and Styrofoam.
Handle electrostatic-sensitive components, parts, and assemblies by the case or
PCM laminate. Handle them only at static-free workstations.
Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry.
Turn off power and input signals before inserting or removing connectors or test
equipment.
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