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2-8. ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SENSITIVE (ESDS) DEVICE HANDLING REQUIREMENTS
This paragraph covers special handling procedures required for electrostatic discharge sensitive
(ESDS) devices. Failure to follow these procedures can result in equipment damage.
INITIAL SETUP
Tools
Mat, anti-electrostatic
Wrist strap, anti-ESD
Materials (appendix C)
Electrostatic shielded bag (Item 80)
Personnel Required
68J Aircraft Fire Control Repairer
References
DOD-HDBK-263
DOD-STD-1686
CAUTION
This equipment contains parts and assemblies
sensitive to damage by electrostatic discharge
(ESD). Use ESDS precautionary procedures
when touching, removing, or installing
assemblies.
NOTE
Refer to DOD-STD-1686 and DOD-HDBK for
information and instructions for handling ESDS
devices.
a. ESDS DEVICES
An ESDS device is an electronic component which can be damaged by an electrostatic charge or
discharge through its assemblies are conductors. These parts and their identified by the sensitive
electronic symbol shown below.
