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Service and Inspection Precautions
1.
Obey precautionary marking and instruction
Labels and stamps on the cabinet, chassis, and components identify areas requiring special
precautions. Be sure to observe these precautions, as well as all precaution listed in the
operating manual and other associated documents.
2.
Use designated parts only
The computer components possess important safety characteristic, such as noncombustible
and the ability to tolerate large voltages. Be sure that replacement parts possess the same
safety characteristics as the originals. Also remember that the (
Mark, which appears in
circuit diagrams and parts lists, denotes components that have particular important safety
functions; be extra sure to use only the designated components.
3.
Always follow the original design when mounting parts and routing wires
The original layout includes various safety features, such as inclusion of insulation material
and the mounting of parts above the motherboard. In addition, internal wiring has been
routed and clamped so as to keep it away from hot or high-voltage parts.
When mounting parts or routing wires. Therefore, be sure to duplicate the original layout.
4.
Inspect after completing service
After servicing, inspect to make sure that all screws, components and wiring have been
returned to their original condition. Also check the area around the repair location to ensure
that repair work has caused no damage, and confirm safety.
5.
When replacing chip component
Never reuse components. Also remember that the negative side of tantalum capacitors
is easily damaged by heat.
6.
When handing flexible print boards
˙
The temperature of the soldering-iron tip should be about 270
℃
.
˙
Do not apply the tip more than three times to the same pattern.
˙
Handle patterns with care; never apply force.
Caution: Remember that hard disk drives are easily damaged by vibration. Always handle
with care.
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