Fieldbus PCI-CardHandling ESD sensitive devices1.5 Handling ESD sensitive devicesFig. 1 ESD warning signThe ESD warning sign shows where to take precautions to avoid electrostatic discharge (ESD).The card contains ESD sensitive components. Static electricity can damage electronic devices andyour system. Ensure that you understand how to handle devices that are sensitive to static electricity.To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, observe the following precautions:• To avoid damage, keep static-sensitive devices in their protective packaging until you are ready toinstall them.• Handle the card carefully, holding it by its edges or frame, and do not touch circuits, solder joints,or connectors.• Wear an ESD wrist strap and attach it to the system chassis ground or to any metal part of thesystem before handling components or working in the interior compartment of the workstation.• Use an antistatic mat.1.6 ManufacturerAddress: YASKAWA Nordic ABP.O Box 504Verkstadsgatan 2SE-385 25 TorsåsTelephone: +46 480 417 800Telefax: +46 486 414 101.7 IntroductionThe purposes of this document is to provide instructions for users of the YASKAWA fieldbus PCI-cards and for supporting the configuration process. For further information regarding fieldbusconfiguration and programming please contact supplier.This document is limited to the functionality of the fieldbus PCI-cards and the connections to theYASKAWA Robot Controller (hereafter referred to as the robot controller). It is assumed that thereader has an understanding of the functionality of the robot controller.Reg.No. ME00107EN-02 Page 9