Handling Precautions - Motorola ASTRO XTS 3500 Basic Service Manual

Handling
Precautions
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Complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) devices, and other high-
technology devices, are used in this family of radios. While the attributes of
these devices are many, their characteristics make them susceptible to damage
by electrostatic discharge (ESD) or high-voltage charges. Damage can be latent,
resulting in failures occurring weeks or months later. Therefore, special
precautions must be taken to prevent device damage during disassembly,
troubleshooting, and repair. Handling precautions are mandatory for this
radio, and are especially important in low-humidity conditions.