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ESD PRECAUTIONS
Care should be taken to minimize exposure to ESD.
Proper proto-call should be followed as outlined in:
ANSI/ESD S20.20-2007
ESD ADV1.0-2009
ANSI/ESD S541-2008
Additional ESD Precautions on Proper Handling:
Avoid carpets in cool, dry areas as well as other static
generating materials such as plastic, cellophane, paper, or
cardboard.
Leave digital gauges in their anti-static packaging until
ready to be installed.
Dissipate static electricity before handling the digital
gauge or using keypad by touching a well-grounded metal
object, such as the system unit unpainted metal chassis.
If possible, use antistatic devices, such as wrist straps and
floor mats.
When installing batteries, avoid touching (including cloth-
ing) the contacts and components.
When making wiring connection to digital gauge termi-
nals, place digital gauge on grounded mat prior to making
connection, and take care to avoid touching (including
clothing) any components.
Take care when connecting or disconnecting cables. A
damaged cable can cause a short in the electrical circuit.
When disconnecting a cable, always pull on the cable con-
nector, case, or strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself.
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