Electro-Static Discharge Work Surface

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Requirement: make sure no particles, especially ones made of metal or other conductive materials, can enter the open headlamp housing or LED lamps.

Fig 1: ESD Work Surface
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Make sure also when handling the open housing that no oil, grease, silicone or other such materials comes into contact with the open headlamp components or the LED lamps because these substances can evaporate and cause a film to develop.
Touching electronic circuits with bare hands can lead to migration.
ESD (electro static discharge) protection: Always follow the German Industry Standardization EN 613-40-5-1 when handling.
Components, assemblies or electronics that have fallen down cannot be used again.
ESD Work Surface:VAS 6613 . Refer to ESD Work Surface VAS6613 .