Esd protection, Recycling – Vaisala WAC155 User Manual

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Chapter 1 ________________________________________________________ General Information

VAISALA ________________________________________________________________________ 9

ESD Protection

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) can cause immediate or latent damage to
electronic circuits. Vaisala products are adequately protected against
ESD for their intended use. However, it is possible to damage the
product by delivering electrostatic discharges when touching,
removing, or inserting any objects inside the equipment housing.

To make sure you are not delivering high static voltages yourself:

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Handle ESD sensitive components on a properly grounded and
protected ESD workbench. When this is not possible, ground
yourself with a wrist strap and a resistive connection cord to the
equipment chassis before touching the boards. When neither of the
above is possible, at least touch a conductive part of the equipment
chassis with your other hand before touching the boards.

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Always hold the boards by the edges and avoid touching the
component contacts.

Recycling

WARNING

Ground the product, and verify outdoor installation grounding
periodically to minimize shock hazard.

CAUTION

Do not modify the unit. Improper modification can damage the
product or lead to malfunction.

Recycle all applicable material.

Dispose of batteries and the unit according to statutory regulations.
Do not dispose of with regular household refuse.

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