HP 8901B Operation And Calibration Manual page 9

Model 8901B
Saftey Considerations
ATTENTION
Static Sensitive
Devices
This instrument was constructed in an E S D (electro-static dis-
charge) protected environment. This
is
because most of the semi-
conductor devices used in this instrument are susceptible to damage
by static discharge.
Depending on the magnitude of the charge, device substrates can
be punctured or destroyed by contact or mere proximity of a static
charge. The results can cause degradation of device performance,
early failure, or immediate destruction.
These charges are generated in numerous ways such
as
simple con-
tact, separation of materials, and normal motions of persons
working with static sensitive devices.
When handling or servicing equipment containing static sensitive
devices, adequate precautions must be taken to prevent device darn-
age or destruction.
Only those who are thoroughly familiar with industry accepted
techniques for handling static sensitive devices should attempt to
service circuitry with these devices.
I n all instances, measures must be taken to prevent static charge
build-up on work surfaces and persons handling the devices.
For further information on ESD precautions, refer to "SPECIAL
HANDLING CONSIDERATIONS FOR STATIC S E N S I T I V E
DEVICES"
in
Section VIII Service Section.
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