ABL800 FLEX Operator's Manual 1. Introduction
Warning/Caution and Notices
Throughout the manual, the various procedures may contain operational cautions
and warnings, which are important and should be read carefully before performing
the related procedures. The manual also contains a number of
NOTICES.
Definitions
The following table indicates the type of information given in Warnings, cautions
and notes.
Symbol Explanation
WARNING
A warning alerts the reader about a situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It may also
describe potential serious adverse reactions and safety
hazards. The designation of a hazard alert as a "warning" is
reserved for the most significant problems. The term
WARNING is generally used as signal word for this type of
hazard alert.
CAUTION
The term precaution is used for the statement of a hazard
alert that warns the reader of a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury to the user or the patient or damage to the
equipment or other property. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices. This includes the special care
necessary for the safe and effective use of the device and the
care necessary to avoid damage to a device that may occur
as a result of use or misuse. The word
CAUTION is
generally used as signal word for a precaution statement.
NOTICE
Notices give practical information.
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