Panasonic DVD-RV26 Service Manual page 21

Cautions to be taken when replacing the optical pickup
The optical pickup may break down due to the static electricity of human body. Take proper protection
measures against static electricity before repairing the parts around the optical pickup. (See the page
describing the PREVENTION OF STATIC ELECTRICITYDISCHARGE.)
1. Do not touch the areas around the laser diode and actuator.
2. Do not judge the laser diode with a tester. (The tester will be damaged
easily.)
3. It is recommended to use a destaticized soldering iron for short-
circuiting or removing the laser diode. (Recommended soldering iron)
HAKKO ESD Product
4. Solder the land of the flexible cable in the optical pickup.
Note:
- When using a soldering iron which is not destaticized, short-circuit the
terminal face of the flexible case with a clip. After that, short-circuit the
land.
- After the repairing work is completed, remove the solder according to
the correct procedure shown in this Technical Guide.
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