| ETCHING TANK |
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RULE 1: Use plastic tongs to place pcb into tank. Do not use hands / fingers as the chemicals are dangerous.
RULE 2: Wear goggles/visor and appropriate safety clothing when placing pcb in the tank and also when removing it. Chemicals are dangerous if ‘splashed’ on to the user.
PCB DRILL
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PCB DRILL
RULE 1: Ensure that the PCB is
clamped / held securely so that the drill does not ‘spin’ it round
causing an accident to hands / fingers.
RULE 2: Wear
goggles when drilling in case the PCB shatters or pieces are
thrown off into the face.
SOLDERING IRON
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SOLDERING IRON
RULE 1: Check the
condition of the electrical cord. A damaged cord can lead is
highly dangerous, especially if the soldering iron is rated at 240
volts.
RULE 2: Ensure the
PCB is held securely and not in the hand. Soldering iron tips are
extremely hot
SAFETY GOGGLES
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SAFETY GOGGLES
RULE 1: Wear
safety goggles when drilling or at anytime the eyes are in danger.
For example, soldering or using the brazing hearth.
RULE 2: Wear the
correct standard goggles for the process. A British Standards code
is stamped on every pair of goggles. This determines for which
process the goggles are suitable.