Please read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instructions prior to the use of this device. Retain these instructions for future reference. INTENDED USE The 3M WS Aware Workstation Monitor is intended for use by electrical ™ assembly personnel to monitor ground impedance for process and equipment tools.
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To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage and fire: • Do not use the power supply if damaged. Replace power supply if damaged using only 3M supplied parts. • Do not attempt to service the power supply or monitor, there are no user serviceable parts; return to 3M for service.
1 ea. Ring terminal for grounding 1 ea. 6x32¼" Screw 1 ea. Power Supply Unit 2 ea. 10’ (3 m) mini-DIN cables for connection between 3M WS Aware Workstation Monitor and remote terminals 1 ea. User’s Guide Note: Packages containing custom configurations will contain items not included on this list.
Workstation Monitor detects body voltage and alarms if it exceeds the preset level. Alarm thresholds for body resistance and body voltage are set at the factory but can be changed in the field. Please contact 3M Representatives or authorized distributors for details.
7.0 Installation of 3M WS Aware Workstation Monitor ™ Mounting Instructions 7.1 Set your 3M WS Aware Workstation Monitor in a clearly visible, convenient ™ location where it doesn’t interfere with your normal work. 7.2 Secure the wrist strap terminals in easy-to-reach but out-of-the-way locations, such as fastening them to the bottom of the workbenches.
For mat monitoring, it may take up to ~20 seconds for the mat ground alarm to react. This delay virtually eliminates false alarms. 8.0 Remote Terminals The 3M WS Aware Workstation Monitor uses two separate remote ™...
Dissipative Surface 2/ 10.0 Wrist Strap Output Signals Tool Ground 3 Tool Ground 4 When connected to a Facility Monitoring System, the 3M WS Aware ™ Workstation Monitor provides output indicating each state of a wrist strap monitor. This table shows the output current (and voltage with 250 Ohms resistor) corresponding to different states of wrist strap status.
EMI signal on the ground at the same time. Though presence of EMI does not create a failure alarm, it is wise to investigate the cause and take measures to reduce EMI. Please contact 3M for recommendations and for assistance in these matters.
Connect the WS Aware Workstation Monitor according to previous instructions and plug its power adapter into a convenient outlet. Do not forget to connect the 3M WS Aware Workstation Monitor to ground. WS Aware Workstation Monitor is now ready to inform you of problems with personnel and equipment...
DAS or FMS must be able to sample data from each WS Aware Workstation Monitor in order not to miss intermittent grounding problems. 3M provides a portable or stationary DAS. Please contact a 3M Sales Representative or an authorized distributor.
Plug in the power. Repairs and Servicing Do not attempt to repair the product yourself. Contact a 3M Sales Representative or Authorized Dealer to request inspection and repair. Replace power supply if damaged using only 3M supplied parts. Other than replacement of remote jacks, do not attempt to service the device.
Specifications Properties Values Wrist Strap Monitor Wrist Strap Type Dual, 3.0 mm plug WS Connection to Ground 2 MΩ Number of Wrist Straps Wrist Strap Voltage to Ground Less than ~100 mVrms Remote Terminals Body Resistance Alarm Level ± 2.5V default Indication/Alarm LED, Buzzer Ground Monitor...
FMS, compact, etc. Operator Grounding The WS Aware Workstation Monitor is available with the 3M Big Brother ™ Operator Sensor that detects the presence of an operator and raises an alarm if an operator is within reach of sensitive components but not plugged into the grounding jack via a wrist strap.
(ii) refund of the purchase price paid by buyer for each nonconforming product, within a reasonable time after written notification of said nonconformance and return of said product to 3M. 3M shall not under any circumstances be liable for direct, incidental, special, or consequential damages (including but not limited to loss of profits, revenue, or business) related to or arising out of this certification, including, the use, misuse or inability to use the product.
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Name and Content of Hazardous Substances or Elements Hazardous Substances or Elements Part or Component Name (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr (VI) (PBB) (PBDE) Termination in capacitor 0603 Solder in diode Finish in diode Terminations in PCBs Terminations in resistors 0603 Plating in resistors 0603 Resistor ink in potentiometer Solder in instrument...
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide a reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
3M’s option, to replace or repair the 3M product or refund the purchase price of the 3M product. Except where prohibited by law, 3M will not be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential loss or damage arising from this 3M product, regardless of the legal theory asserted.
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