Hill-Rom DuraStar Series, Service Manual

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Typographical Conventions
Chapter 1: Introduction
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Typographical Conventions
This manual contains different typefaces and icons designed to improve
readability and increase understanding of its content. Note the following
examples:
• Standard text—used for regular information.
• Boldface text—emphasizes a word or phrase.
• NOTE:—sets apart special information or important instruction
clarification.
• The symbol below highlights a WARNING or CAUTION:
Figure 1-1. Warning and Caution
– A WARNING identifies situations or actions that may affect
patient or user safety. Disregarding a warning could result in
patient or user injury.
– A CAUTION points out special procedures or precautions that
personnel must follow to avoid equipment damage.
• The symbol below highlights a CAUGHT HAZARD WARNING:
Figure 1-2. Caught Hazard Warning
• The symbol below highlights a CHEMICAL HAZARD WARNING:
Figure 1-3. Chemical Hazard Warning
• The symbol below highlights an ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
WARNING:
Figure 1-4. Electrical Shock Hazard Warning