Antistatic Precautions - Mitsubishi Electric Apricot LS SERIES Installation Manual

Anti-static precautions
Thermalcote bonding compound
INSTALLATION GUIDE
WARNING
Static electricity can cause permanent damage to electronic components. You should
be aware of this risk, and take precautions against the discharge of static electricity
into the computer.
The computer is at risk from static discharge while the top cover is off. This is
because the electronic components of the motherboard are exposed. Memory
modules, expansion cards and replacement processors are examples of electrostatic
sensitive devices (ESSDs).
All work that involves removing the cover must be done in an area completely free of
static electricity. We recommend using a Special Handling Area (SHA) as defined by
EN 100015-1: 1992. This means that working surfaces, floor coverings and chairs
must be connected to a common earth reference point, and you should wear an
earthed wrist strap and anti-static clothing. It is also a good idea to use an ionizer or
humidifier to remove static from the air.
When installing any upgrade, be sure you understand what the installation procedure
involves before you start. This will enable you to plan your work, and so minimise
the amount of time that sensitive components are exposed.
Do not remove the system unit cover, nor the anti-static bag or wrapping of any
upgrade, until you need to.
Handle static-sensitive items with extreme care. Hold expansion cards and add-on
components only by their edges, avoiding their electrical contacts. Never touch the
components or electrical contacts on the motherboard or on expansion cards. In
general, do not handle static-sensitive items unnecessarily.
Keep all conductive material, and food and drink, away from your work area and the
open computer.
The thermal bonding compound used between the system processor and its heat sink
can cause skin irritation and stain clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with
skin. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes
and inhalation of fumes. Do not ingest.
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