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1.5 STRUCTURE OF WARNINGS AND THE SYMBOLS USED
Warning: This symbol is followed by a warning
1.
2.
Instruction for action with multiple steps: Multiple instructions for
actions have to be carried out in the stipulated order.
Single-step instruction for action: Precisely one instruction for
action has to be carried out.
List of multiple single-step instructions for actions:
Instructions for actions can be carried out in any order.
Tab. 1: Explanation of the symbols used
The meanings of the pictograms and signal words used are shown in following
table:
DANGER!
Type and source of hazard.
Consequence: Failure to observe will lead to fatal injury.
Measure to prevent the hazard.
WARNING!
Type and source of hazard.
Consequence: Failure to observe will lead to serious injuries.
Measure to prevent the hazard.
CAUTION!
Type and source of hazard.
Consequence: Failure to observe will lead to minor injuries.
Measure to prevent the hazard.
NOTE
Type and source of hazard.
Consequence: Failure to observe will lead to material damage.
Measure to prevent the hazard.
INFORMATION:
Tip on operation.
Tab. 2: Meanings of the pictograms and signal words used
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