3.8 Safety signs
The illustration shows the position of the safety signs on the machine. The table lists the various
safety signs used and their meanings.
Fig. 2 Location of safety signs
Item Sign Meaning
1 Danger of fatal injury from electric shock!
➤ Before starting any work on electrical equipment:
Switch off and lock out the power supply disconnecting device and verify the
absence of any voltage.
2 Hot surface!
Risk of burns caused by contact with hot components!
➤ Do not touch the surface.
➤ Wear long-sleeved garments (no synthetics such as polyester) and protective
gloves.
3 Risk of serious injuries (to the hands, in particular) or even severing of extremities
from rotating components!
➤ Operate the machine only with closed safety guards, access doors and panels.
➤ Switch off and lock out the mains isolating device and secure against uninten‐
tional reactivation.
4 Personal injury or damage to the machine due to incorrect operation!
➤ Read and understand the operating manual and all safety signs before switch‐
ing on this machine.
Risk of injury caused by an automatic machine start!
➤ Switch off and lock out the mains isolating device and secure against uninten‐
tional reactivation.
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3.8 Safety signs
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