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    Jun 7, 2008, 12:07 PM
    Checking capacitors
    Can you get shocked by a capacitor even though the power is off to unit? What measures should you take from getting shocked? Tks
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    Jun 7, 2008, 12:11 PM
    Touch the 2 leads together will dischare a Capacitor, don't get between the 2 leads, stay insulated/isolated.
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    Jun 7, 2008, 01:33 PM
    Short across the capacitor terminals with a screw driver. Naturally turn power off first.
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