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1. Safety precautions
Explanation of Symbols
A variety of symbols are indicated in this operating instruction and on products to assure
safe operation. Possible results from improper operation ignoring them are classified as
follows.
Be sure to fully understand the descriptions below before proceeding to the text.
Warning
Indicates a situation which may result in death or serious injury
(Note 1)
Caution
Indicates a situation which may result in minor injury (Note 2) and
property damage (Note 3).
(Note 1) Serious injury means a wound, an electrical shock, a bone fracture or intoxication
that may leave after effects or require hospitalization or outpatient visits for a long
time.
(Note 2) Minor injury means a wound or an electrical shock that does not require
hospitalization or outpatient visits for a long time.
(Note 3) Property damage means damage to facilities, devices and buildings or other
properties.
This symbol indicates a matter that encourages the user to adhere to warning
(“caution” included).
Specific descriptions of warnings are indicated near this symbol.
This symbol indicates prohibitions
Specific prohibitions are indicated near this symbol.
This symbol indicates matters that the user must perform.
Specific instructions are indicated near this symbol.
About Symbols
Meanings of Symbols