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Operation Manual Sepiatec SFC-250
2.4
Personal protective equipment
Depending on the application, hazards due to heat and/or corrosive chemicals may
arise.
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Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment such as safety goggles,
protective clothing and gloves.
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Make sure that the personal protective equipment meets the requirements of
the safety data sheets for all chemicals used.
2.5
Warning notices in this document
Warning notices warn you of dangers that can occur when handling the instrument.
There are four danger levels, each identifiable by the signal word used.
Signal word
Meaning
DANGER
Indicates a danger with a high level of risk which could result in
death or serious injury if not prevented.
WARNING
Indicates a danger with a medium level of risk which could result in
death or serious injury if not prevented.
CAUTION
Indicates a danger with a low level of risk which could result in mi-
nor or medium-severity injury if not prevented.
NOTICE
Indicates a danger that could result in damage to property.
2.6
Warning symbols
The following warning symbols are displayed in this operation manual or on the
instrument.
Symbol
Meaning
General warning
Instrument damage
Dangerous electrical voltage
Hot surface
2.7
Residual risks
The instrument has been developed and manufactured using the latest technological
advances. Nevertheless, risks to persons, property or the environment can arise if
the instrument is used incorrectly.
Appropriate warnings in this manual serve to alert the user to these residual
dangers.
