1.2
Using the documentation correctly
1.2.1
Text formats
The following symbols/figures are used for special text positions in the documentation:
Symbol
Explanation
●
Indicates bulleted lists
—
Indicates subordinate bulleted lists
►
Indicates handling instructions and information in the safety guidelines
1. 2. 3. et seq.
Indicates work steps
Fig. 1, 2, 3, et seq. Numbering of figures
A, B, C, et seq.
Indicates areas in the figures
a, b, c, et seq.
Indicates dimensions
Indicates position numbers in the figure
(1)/(2)/(3)
Indicates position numbers in the text
1.2.2
Definition of terms
Operator
The operator is the businessperson/company that operates the GTES for its intended use or has it operated by
qualified as well as trained personnel.
Trained personnel
Trained personnel include persons who can prove they have been trained by Stromag or in accordance with the
technical documentation provided by Stromag. They are able to carry out the work assigned to them and avoid
known dangers.
User
The user is the person that has been trained by the operator and assigned with the use of the GTES.
Qualified personnel
Qualified personnel are those that are able to carry out the work assigned to them and identify and avoid any
possible dangers as a result of their professional training, knowledge and experience, as well as knowledge of
the applicable standards and guidelines.
Qualified personnel are employees of the operator or those that have been authorised to carry out the work.
Qualified electrician
A qualified electrician is someone who is trained and has knowledge and experience of electrical equipment. As
such, qualified electricians must have knowledge of the applicable standards and guidelines, be able to assess
the work assigned to them and identify and avoid potential hazards.
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Mounting/operating instructions Gear limit switch Type series HGE • No. 152-00000 F • 10/2017
