Electrostatic Discharge; Preventing Electrostatic Damage; Grounding Methods - Spectra Stack Tape Library User Manual

APPENDIX A - SPECIFICATIONS
E
LECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
To prevent damaging the system, be aware of the precautions you must follow when
setting up the library or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger
or other conductor may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This
type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device.

Preventing Electrostatic Damage

To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions:
• Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or
assembly.
• Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.
• Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free
workstations.
• Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.
• Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.

Grounding Methods

There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods
when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:
• Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or
computer chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm (±
10 percent) resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the
strap snug against the skin.
• Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the straps
on both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats.
• Use conductive field service tools.
• Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat.
If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have an
authorized reseller install the part.
Note: For more information on static electricity, or assistance with product installation,
contact your authorized reseller.
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