Anti-Static Measures - NEC N8141-75F User Manual

ANTI-STATIC MEASURES

The most electric components in the Device Expansion Unit are composed of electric parts
easily affected by static electricity. In the installation or removal of the Device Expansion
Unit, take sufficient note so that it may be damaged by static electricity.
Wear a wrist strap (as arm band or anti-static glove).
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Wear a wrist strap on your wrist. If no wrist strap is available, touch an unpainted
metal part of the chassis before touching a component to discharge static
electricity from your body. In addition, touch a metal part regularly when working
with components to discharge static electricity.
Select a suitable workspace.
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Work with the Device Expansion Unit on the anti-static or concrete floor.
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When you work with the Device Expansion Unit on a carpet where static
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electricity is likely to be generated, make sure take anti-static measures
beforehand.
Use a worktable.
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Place the Device Expansion Unit on an anti-static mat to work with it.
Cloth
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Do not wear a wool or synthetic cloth to work with the Device Expansion Unit.
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Wear anti-static shoes to work with the Device Expansion Unit.
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Take off any jewels (a ring, bracelet, or wristwatch) before installing the Device
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Expansion Unit.
Handling of components
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Keep any component in an anti-static bag until you actually install it to the
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Device Expansion Unit.
Hold a component by its edge to avoid touching any terminals or parts.
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To store or carry any component, place it in an anti-static bag.
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