Prevent Electrostatic Discharge; Remove Power; Selecting A Location - Spectrum Controls Micro 800 User Manual

2.3.2 Prevent Electrostatic Discharge

Electrostatic discharge can damage integrated circuits or semiconductors if
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you touch analog module card bus connector pins or the terminal block on
the output module. Follow these guidelines when you handle the module:
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When it is not in use, keep the module in its static-shield bag.

2.3.3 Remove Power

This module is not designed to be hot-swapped and may be damaged
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if added or removed while power is applied. Remove power before
removing or inserting this module.
When you remove or insert a module with power applied, an electrical arc
may occur. An electrical arc can cause personal injury or property damage
by:
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2.3.4 Selecting a Location

Reducing Noise
Most applications require installation in an industrial enclosure to reduce the
effects of electrical interference. Analog channels are highly susceptible to
electrical noise. Electrical noise coupled to the analog channels will reduce the
performance (accuracy) of the module. Group your modules to minimize adverse
effects from radiated electrical noise and heat. Consider the following conditions
when selecting a location for the analog module. Position the module:
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In addition, route shielded, twisted-pair analog input wiring away from any high
voltage I/O wiring.
Touch a grounded object to discharge static potential.
Wear an approved wrist-strap grounding device.
Do not touch the bus connector or connector pins.
Do not touch circuit components inside the module.
If available, use a static-safe work station.
Sending an erroneous signal to your system's field devices,
causing unintended machine motion.
Causing an explosion in a hazardous environment.
Causing an electrical arc. Electrical arcing causes excessive wear
to contacts on both the module and its mating connector and may
lead to premature failure
Away from sources of electrical noise such as hard-contact switches,
relays, and AC motor drives.
Away from modules which generate significant radiated heat. Refer to
the module's heat dissipation specification.
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