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Safety regulations
1.
Safety regulations
1.1 Terms and signs used
In this manual, certain common terms and signs are used to warn you of danger or to give
you hints that are important in avoiding injury or damage. Observe and follow these hints and
regulations to avoid accidents and damage. These terms and signs are explained below.
1.1.1 Terms used
"Warning"
is used whenever you or somebody else could be injured if you do not
observe the accompanying safety regulation.
"Caution"
is used for information that is important for avoiding damage.
1.1.2 Signs used
Warning signs (warning of a danger)
Danger of
electrocution
Danger of
explosion
Dangerous
gases / vapours
Danger of burns
Danger of
toppling over
Prohibition signs (forbidding an action)
Do not lift
Do not tilt
Do not enter
Regulation signs (stipulating an action)
Disconnect the
mains plug
Wear gloves
Wear safety
boots
Observe
information
in separate
manual
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