Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices - IBM NETVISTA 2251 Hardware Maintenance Manual

v Do not service the following parts (or similar units) with the power on when they
v If an electrical accident occurs:

Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices

Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be
considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD damage can occur when
there is a difference in charge between objects. Protect against ESD damage by
equalizing the charge so that the machine, the part, the work mat, and the person
handling the part are all at the same charge.
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Use the following precautions when handling ESD-sensitive parts.
v Keep the parts in protective packages until they are inserted into the product.
v Avoid contact with other people.
v Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on your body.
v Prevent the part from touching your clothing. Most clothing is insulative and
v Select a grounding system, such as those listed below, to provide protection that
v Use the black side of a grounded work mat to provide a static-free work surface.
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are removed from their normal operating places in a machine. This practice
ensures correct grounding of the units.)
– Power supply units
– Pumps
– Blowers and fans
– Motor generators
– Use caution; do not become a victim yourself.
– Switch off power.
– Send another person to get medical aid.
Use product-specific ESD procedures when they exceed the requirements
noted here.
Make sure that the ESD protective devices you use have been certified (ISO
9000) as fully effective.
retains a charge even when you are wearing a wrist strap.
meets the specific service requirement.
Note: The use of a grounding system is desirable but not required to protect
against ESD damage.
– Attach the ESD ground clip to any frame ground, ground braid, or green-wire
ground.
– Use an ESD common ground or reference point when working on a
double-insulated or battery-operated system. You can use coax or
connector-outside shells on these systems.
– Use the round ground-prong of the ac plug on ac-operated computers.
The mat is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices.