Siemens Cerberus CS1140 - Safety Regulations; Signal Words and Symbols

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Fire & Security Products
Siemens Building Technologies Group
07.2004
1 Safety regulations
This chapter describes the danger levels and the relevant safety regulations applicable for the
use of the Cerberus
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products. Please read the work instructions as well as the chapter ’About
this document’ before beginning with the work.
1.1 Signal words and symbols
1.1.1 Signal words and their meaning
The danger level − that is, the severety and probability of danger − is indicated by the signal
words listed below. Non-observance may lead to the conseqences indicated:
DANGER
Imminent danger!
D May cause danger to life or serious bodily injury!
WARNING
Dangerous situation!
D May cause serious bodily harm!
CAUTION
May cause dangerous situations!
D May cause light injuries!
NOTE
Possibly harmful situation!
D May cause damage to the product or to objects in the immediate vicinity of the product!
1.1.2 Symbols and their meaning
The symbols listed below indicate the nature and origin of danger.
General danger
Electrical voltage
Example for a danger warning
DANGER External voltage
Disconnect the module from the power supply.
1.1.3 Classification and meaning of additional symbols
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Tips and information.