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3.2
Symbols in Safety Instructions
Safety instructions are provided with corresponding danger symbols which have the following meanings:
Symbol
Safety Instruction
Reading and applying the operating manual is mandatory for the operating personnel.
Failure to abide by the following precautions could lead to serious or acute injury.
General danger symbol, which requires the highest attention!
Failure to observe may result in damage to the equipment, acute injury or even death.
Reference to a prohibited zone under a lifted load!
Do not enter! There is an increased risk of injury or even death.
Reference to a prohibited zone on a platform!
Do not enter! There is an increased risk of injury or even death.
Reference to a possible crushing hazard!
Non-observance increases the risk of injury to hands and fingers!
Reference to a possible crushing hazard!
Non-observance increases the risk of injury to feet and toes!
Possible dangerous crushing hazard in the area of stationary objects!
Risk of personal injury and possibly additional equipment damage.
Reference to a possible hazard due to forklift traffic!
Non-observance can result in life-threatening injuries.
Reference to a possible danger under suspended loads!
Non-observance can result in life-threatening injuries.
Reference to possible tripping and slipping hazards on the floor!
Non-observance may result in minor or severe injuries.
Reference to possible environmental pollution!
Non-observance poses a risk of pollution of the environment and groundwater!
Reading and applying the operating manual is mandatory for the operating personnel.
Non-observance of the above precautions can lead to serious or possibly fatal injuries.
Note on the obligation to wear tight-fitting protective work clothing!
Non-observance may result in increased risk of injury or even death!
Reference to the obligation to wear safety shoes resp. protective gloves!
Non-observance may result in increased risk of injury to feet & toes or hands & fingers!
Note on the obligation to wear protective goggles/face protection resp. hearing protection!
Non-observance increases the risk of injury to eyes/face resp. ear canals.
Note on the obligation to wear a dust protection resp. respiratory mask!
Non-observance increases the risk of injury to the respiratory tract.
Note on the obligation to wear a safety helmet!
Non-observance may result in increased danger of head injuries or even death!
Fire hazard! Do not smoke and do not ignite open fire.
Access for unauthorized persons prohibited!
Risk of personal injury and additional equipment damage.