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Hardware description
2.1 Safety information for users
VIPA modules make use of highly integrated components in MOS-
Technology. These components are extremely sensitive to over-vol-
tages that can occur during electrostatic discharges. The following
symbol is attached to modules that can be destroyed by electrostatic
discharges.
The Symbol is located on the module, the module rack or on packing
material and it indicates the presence of electrostatic sensitive equip-
ment. It is possible that electrostatic sensitive equipment is destroyed
by energies and voltages that are far less than the human threshold
of perception. These voltages can occur where persons do not dis-
charge themselves before handling electrostatic sensitive modules
and they can damage components thereby, causing the module to
become inoperable or unusable. Modules that have been damaged
by electrostatic discharges can fail after a temperature change,
mechanical shock or changes in the electrical load. Only the conse-
quent implementation of protection devices and meticulous attention
to the applicable rules and regulations for handling the respective
equipment can prevent failures of electrostatic sensitive modules.
Modules must be shipped in the original packing material.
When you are conducting measurements on electrostatic sensitive
modules you should take the following precautions:
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Floating instruments must be discharged before use.
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Instruments must be grounded.
Modifying electrostatic sensitive modules you should only use sol-
dering irons with grounded tips.
CAUTION!
Personnel and instruments should be grounded when
working on electrostatic sensitive modules.
Handling of electro-
static sensitive modules
Shipping of modules
Measurements and
alterations on electro-
static sensitive modules
VIPA HMI
Hardware description
Safety information for users
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