ESD Handling Precautions Observe the following precautions when handling components susceptable to damage from electro-static discharge. 1. Store components in origional packages, electrically conductive containers or conductive plastic foam. 2. Do not touch leads or pins. 3. Discharge the static charge on your body, before touching components, by touching a grounded mental surface (cabinet, appliance, ect.) 4. Place componets on an aluminum foil sheet or tray or on conductive foam after removing them from their containers prior to installing them. 5. Do not slide components across a work bench or other surface. 6. Keep static-generating materials (e.g. plastic, cellophane, candy wrappers, paper, cardboard, ect.) away from work area. 7. Never allow clothing to make contact with components. 8. Never install ESD-sensitive components in a circuit when power is applied, and never remove components from a circuit when power is applied. 9. When possible, use a battery-powered iron to make solder connections to ESD-sensitive components. An AC-powered iron may be used if the tip does not carry stray voltage.