Genesis MP
Preface – About Genesis MP
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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Rules
This section covers the proper procedures for grounding and utiliza-
tion of recommended equipment and materials for preventive damage
from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD).
Static electricity can be discharged from one’s self or by a conductor
thereby destroying static-sensitive devices or micro-circuitry. Often,
static discharge may not be detected by sight, touch, or sound,
although damage occurs. Electronic devices exposed to ESD may not
be affected at all and will continue to function properly. Or, this
device(s) may function properly for awhile, then gradually degrade
internally, thus reducing the life of the device(s).
When handling a device consider the following ways static electricity
can be emitted, thereby producing various levels of electrostatic volt-
age levels:
• Working in extreme low humidity
• Walking across carpet with device
• Walking across a vinyl floor
• Body motion within an unprotected ESD work area
• Removing device(s) from plastic packaging
• Removing device(s) from vinyl packaging
• Removing device(s) from Styrofoam packaging
• Removing device(s) from bubble-wrap packaging
• Packing or Unpacking device(s) wrapped in foam
CAUTION
The Genesis MP uses electronic components that are sensitive to
static electricity. Use care when handling and installing these com-
ponents to prevent damage which can be caused by static cur-
rents. Always work in an area of low static electricity on a ground-
ed surface to prevent static discharge.
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