RULE: 5. 2 Write only one instruction per sentence.
 
 If you put all your instructions into one or two sentences, you will overwhelm your readers. Therefore, you must present your instructions one at a time. This will let your readers complete one item before they start another.
 
 Example:
 
 WRITE:  (1) Set the TEST switch to the middle position.
     (2) Release the SHORT-CIRCUIT TEST switch.
 NOT:  Set the TEST switch to the middle position and then release the SHORT-CIRCUIT TEST switch.

 
 RULE: 5.3  Write more than one instruction per sentence only when more than one action is done at the same time.
 
 Some instructions or actions need to be done either simultaneously or almost at the same time (for instance, in one motion). It is permitted in these cases to have more than one instruction in a sentence.
 
 Examples:
 
     Hold the switch to the TEST position and make sure the light comes on.