Transportation And Storage; Components And Pbas - Alcatel-Lucent 9130 BSC Evolution Maintenance Handbook

2 Safety Rules and Precautions

2.2.3 Transportation and Storage

2.2.4 Components and PBAs

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You must respect the following rules:
Pack all containers used to transport and store static-sensitive components,
and use aluminum container tubes if possible. If not, insert the component
terminations into electrically conductive foam
Before shipping a PBA, wrap it in a conducting synthetic bag or in aluminum
foil. Also pack the PBA in a polyethylene transport box
Before shipping a PBA which has metal oxide semiconductor components,
ensure that an appropriate warning symbol is displayed on the package
Store spare PBAs in their appropriate polyethylene boxes. Keep the boxes
closed except when access to their contents is required
Do not store PBAs in an area where the air is polluted with smoke, dust,
dangerous gases or other airborne particles that may cause damage
Do not stack PBAs side-by-side or on top of each other with the board
surfaces or components in contact with one another
Before cleaning a PBA, remove or disconnect the damage protection, such
as protective foam, to allow the PBA to be cleaned thoroughly. Replace the
damage protection upon completion of the task.
You must respect the following rules:
Components and PBAs not in protective containers must only be handled by
trained personnel in static-controlled work areas
Before removing a PBA from an equipment rack, discharge any static by
touching the metal frame of the rack with your hand
Always handle a PBA by the edges
Do not handle or carry a PBA by any of the mounted components
Do not handle a PBA by the gold-plated contact terminals and do not apply
direct pressure to the components
Do not touch PBA connection pins or conductor paths
Do not touch PBAs with wet hands
Place PBAs that have been removed during maintenance with the soldered
side downwards on a conductive surface
Do not scratch or rub the soldered side of a PBA with a sharp or rough object
Do not repair PBAs in the switch room
Do not handle components and assemblies by their leads
Do not use excessive force when inserting connection boards.
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