832-6063.0 * SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS * REVISION 02 5
Safety instructions
Safety instructions
1 Introduction
The SIMOSEC medium voltage metal-enclosed switchgear is designed to meet all the
applicable ANSI, NEMA and IEEE standards, or the applicable IEC standards, as
appropriate for the specific contract. Successful application and operation of this
equipment depends as much upon proper installation and maintenance by the user as it
does upon the careful design and manufacture by Siemens.
The purpose of this instruction manual is to assist the user in developing safe and
efficient procedures for the installation, maintenance and use of the equipment.
Contact the nearest Siemens representative if any additional information is desired.
2 Qualified Person
For the purpose of this manual and product labels a Qualified Person is one who is famil-
iar with the installation, construction or operation of the equipment and the hazards
involved. In addition, this person has the following qualifications:
• Training and authorization to energize, de-energize, clear, ground and tag circuits and
equipment in accordance with established safety practices.
• Training in the proper care and use of protective equipment such as rubber gloves,
hard hat, safety glasses, face shields, flash clothing, etc., in accordance with estab-
lished safety procedures.
• Training in rendering first aid.
3 Signal Words
The signal words "Danger", "Warning" and "Caution" used in this manual indicate the
degree of hazard that may be encountered by the user. These words are defined as:
Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
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