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Siemens Building Technologies
Fire Safety & Security Products 01.2008
2.3 Meaning of the written warning notices
The severity of a hazard is indicated by the following written warning notices.
Signal word Type of risk
DANGER Dangerous situation
Death or severe bodily injury may result.
CAUTION Dangerous situation
Severe bodily injury may result.
WARNING A dangerous situation can occur
Minor injuries may result.
NOTE Technical or operating information
Disregarding this information may lead to damage to the product or property in
the product’s vicinity.
2.4 Meaning of the hazard symbols
The nature of the hazard is indicated by icons.
Dangerous situation
Electrical voltage
External voltage
Ground the component before making contact.
Tips and information
Important operating step or action
For example: the system, components or controls must be at zero potential.