Safety; Esd - Bosch WAQ283S1GB Repair Instruction

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SAFETY

1.1

ESD

Term
General
State of the art electronics achieve economic efficiency, environmental
protection, user comfort, high functionality and operating safety in
electrical domestic appliances. This high quality technology requires
professional handling and competent specialist knowledge.
All electronic modules are fitted with components which are at risk
from electrostatic voltage.
1.1.1 Components which are at risk
The following components are at risk from electrostatic voltage:
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µ processors and ICs
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Transistors, thyristors and triacs
►
Diodes
1.1.2 Causes and effects
You are carrying an electrostatic voltage:
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Electrostatic
Sensitive
Devices
►
of up to 35,000 volts if you walk across a non-conductive
carpet,
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of up to 12,000 volts if you walk across a non-conductive PVC
floor,
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of up to 1,800 volts if you are sitting on an upholstered chair.
The electrostatic voltage on your body is transferred to the electronic
components and ESDs you touch which may be damaged as a result.
Shot down!
► A 'dead' component
► A 'dead' assembly
► A 'dead' appliance
Wounded!
►
Damaged
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Debilitated
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Early failure
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