Vahle VCL Series, Translation Of The Original Operating Instructions

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GENERAL 4
1.2 Symbols
Safety instructions in this manual are identified by symbols. Each safety instruction begins with signal word
that indicates the severity of the hazard. The various types of warnings and safety instructions and their struc-
ture are explained below.
DANGER!
The source of the hazard is described here.
This combination of a symbol and a signal word indicates an immediately dangerous
situation that will result in death or serious injury unless avoided.
► The actions to prevent the hazard are identified here.
DANGER!
The source of an electrical hazard is described here.
This combination of a symbol and a signal word indicates an immediately dangerous
situation related to electricity that will result in death or serious injury unless avoided.
► The actions to prevent the hazard are identified here.
WARNING!
The source of the hazard is described here.
This combination of a symbol and a signal word indicates a potentially dangerous sit-
uation that may result in death or serious injury unless avoided.
► The actions to prevent the hazard are identified here.
CAUTION!
The source of the hazard is described here.
This combination of a symbol and a signal word indicates a potentially dangerous sit-
uation that may result in light or moderate injury unless avoided.
► The actions to prevent the hazard are identified here.
NOTICE!
The source of the hazard is described here.
This combination of a symbol and a signal word indicates a potentially dangerous sit-
uation that may result in property or environmental damage unless avoided.
► The actions to prevent the hazard are identified here.