61 35... Notes on ESD protection (Electro Static Discharge)

Special tools required:

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NOTE: Electrical components which are particularly sensitive to electrostatic discharge (electronic control units, sensors, etc.) are marked with the ESD warning symbol.

E-Electro

S-Static

D-Discharge

Statically charged persons can discharge by touching electrical components.

NOTE: Humans can only detect a discharge starting from a level of approx. 3000 V.

The danger threshold for electrical components already starts from a level of approx. 100 V.

Fig 1: Precaution - Do Not Touch Electrical Components

Fig 2: Precaution - Handling Electrical Components

IMPORTANT:

Do not touch pins or multi-pin connectors directly!
Touch electrical components by their housings only.

IMPORTANT:

To prevent electrical components from being damaged or destroyed by electrostatic discharge, it is absolutely essential to comply with the following instructions:
- When replacing electrical components, leave the replacement components in their original packaging until immediately before they are to be installed
- If necessary, always return a removed component in its original packaging (always pack the component away immediately)
- Read and comply with user information on using the associated ESD special tool 12 7 060