Xylem hydrovar, Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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1.2.1 Safety message levels
About safety messages
It is extremely important that you read, understand, and follow the safety messages and
regulations carefully before handling the product. They are published to help prevent
these hazards:
• Personal accidents and health problems
• Damage to the product
• Product malfunction
Definitions
Safety message level Indication
DANGER:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury
WARNING:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury
CAUTION:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury
Electrical Hazard:
The possibility of electrical risks if instructions are not
followed in a proper manner
NOTICE:
• A potential situation which, if not avoided, could
result in undesirable conditions
• A practice not related to personal injury
Hot surface hazard
Hot surface hazards are indicated by a specific symbol that replaces the typical hazard
level symbols:
CAUTION:
1.3 User safety
General safety rules
These safety rules apply:
• Always keep the work area clean.
• Pay attention to the risks presented by gas and vapors in the work area.
• Avoid all electrical dangers. Pay attention to the risks of electric shock or arc flash
hazards.
• Always bear in mind the risk of drowning, electrical accidents, and burn injuries.
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