Symbols and Conventions
Safety instructions in this manual and labels of devices are marked with symbols.
The safety instructions are introduced using indicative words which express the extent of the hazard.
In order to avoid accidents, personal injury or damage to property, always observe safety instructions and proceed with care.
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DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations. This is the consequence of not following the warning. - 1.
- This is the safety condition.
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- This is the safety instruction.
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WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. This is the consequence of not following the warning. - 1.
- This is the safety condition.
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- This is the safety instruction.
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CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. This is the consequence of not following the warning. - 1.
- This is the safety condition.
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- This is the safety instruction.
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NOTICE: Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related (e.g. messages relating to property damage). This is the consequence of not following the notice. - 1.
- This is a safety condition.
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- This is a safety instruction.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS are used for control flow and shutdowns in the event of an error or emergency. This is the consequence of not following the safety instructions. - 1.
- This is a safety condition.
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General Hazard
Sign indicating a general hazard.
Read the manual for safety instructions or action guidelines. Noncompliance with the information provided in the manual may result in hazards or incorrect operation.
Hazardous Electrical Voltage
Sign indicating hazardous electrical voltage.
Noncompliance with the safety instructions provided in the manual may result in serious hazards.
Radioactive Material or Ionizing Radiation
Sign indicating radioactive material or ionizing radiation.
Noncompliance with the safety instructions provided in the manual may result in serious hazards
Flammable
Sign indicating flammability.
Noncompliance with the safety instructions provided in the manual may result in serious hazards.
Biohazard
Sign indicating biohazard.
Noncompliance with the safety instructions provided in the manual may result in serious hazards.
