Since diodes are polar devices care must be taken while mounting diodes on the PCB. On silkscreen layer of the PCB (top component side layer) outline of diode is printed to assist you. One side has line marking indicating the cathode leg should go in this side's hole.
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| Fig. Diode's PCB Outline |
Step I - Bend the legs
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| Fig. Bend the Legs |
Step II - Insert the legs into the holes
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| Fig. Insert |
Step III - Solder
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| Fig. Soldering |
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| Fig. Cut off excess part of the legs |
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| Fig. Done ! |
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