AFL-xxA-N26 Series Panel PCPage 139A.1.2 Anti-static PrecautionsWARNING:Failure to take ESD precautions during the installation of the AFOLUXAFL-xxA-N26 series may result in permanent damage to the AFOLUXAFL-xxA-N26 series and severe injury to the user.Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can cause serious damage to electronic components,including the AFOLUX AFL-xxA-N26 series. Dry climates are especially susceptible toESD. It is therefore critical that whenever the AFOLUX AFL-xxA-N26 series is opened andany of the electrical components are handled, the following anti-static precautions arestrictly adhered to. Wear an anti-static wristband: Wearing a simple anti-static wristband canhelp to prevent ESD from damaging any electrical component. Self-grounding: Before handling any electrical component, touch anygrounded conducting material. During the time the electrical component ishandled, frequently touch any conducting materials that are connected to theground. Use an anti-static pad: When configuring or working with an electricalcomponent, place it on an antic-static pad. This reduces the possibility of ESDdamage. Only handle the edges of the electrical component: When handling theelectrical component, hold the electrical component by its edges.