Introduction
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1�2 Documentation Conventions
This chapter explains the symbols and safety messages in this document.
Safety symbols and signal words are used in accordance with the American
National Standards Institute standard ANSI Z535.6 „Product Safety Signs and
Labels“.
Safety Messages
Danger
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
Warning
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Caution
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
Notice
NOTICE
Indicates suggested practices to protect equipment and property.
Safety Messages
A detailed symbol, yellow triangle, framed in black: Used to indicate a
potential hazard.
Only used in conjunction with description of the possible hazard!
Detailed symbol may correspond to a specific hazard.
Circle outlined in red with red diagonal line: Used to indicate forbidden
practices.
The practice described must not be carried out!
Blue circle with white exclamation mark: Used to indicate recommended
precautionary measures or a situation that can lead to property damage.
