Panasonic SA-AKX14P Service Manual - Page 8

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2.4.

Handling Precautions for Traverse Unit

The laser diode in the optical pickup unit may break down due to static electricity of clothes or human body. Special care must be

taken avoid caution to electrostatic breakdown when servicing and handling the laser diode in the traverse unit.

Cautions to Be Taken in Handling the Optical Pickup Unit

2.4.1.

The laser diode in the optical pickup unit may be damaged due to electrostatic discharge generating from clothes or human body.

Special care must be taken avoid caution to electrostatic discharge damage when servicing the laser diode.

1. Do not give a considerable shock to the optical pickup unit as it has an extremely high-precise structure.

2. To prevent the laser diode from the electrostatic discharge damage, the flexible cable of the optical pickup unit removed

should be short-circuited with a short pin or a clip.

3. The flexible cable may be cut off if an excessive force is applied to it. Use caution when handling the flexible cable.

4. The antistatic FPC is connected to the new optical pickup unit. After replacing the optical pickup unit and connecting the flexi-

ble cable, cut off the antistatic FPC.