Notes for the Reader
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© Lutz-Jesco GmbH 2018
BA-12604-02-V02
Multi-function valve
PENTABLOC
Operating instructions
1 Notes for the Reader
This operating manual contains information and rules of conduct to en-
sure the safe and intended operation of the product.
Observe the following principles:
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Read the entire operating manual prior to commissioning the product.
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Ensure that everyone who works with the product has read the
operating manual and complies with the instructions that they
contain.
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Keep the operating manual throughout the service life of the product.
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Pass on the operating manual to any subsequent owner of the
product.
1.1 General non-discrimination
In this operating manual, only the male gender is used where grammar
allows gender allocation. The purpose of this is to make the text easy to
read. Men and women are always referred to equally. We would like to
ask female readers for understanding of this text simplification.
1.2 Explanation of the signal words
Different signal words in combination with warning signs are used in this
operating manual. Signal words illustrate the gravity of possible injuries if
the risk is ignored:
Signal word
Meaning
DANGER
Refers to imminent danger. Ignoring this sign may
lead to death or the most serious injuries.
WARNING
Refers to a potentially hazardous situation.
Failure to follow this instruction may lead to death
or severe injuries.
CAUTION
Refers to a potentially hazardous situation.
Failure to follow this instruction may lead to
minor injury or damage to property.
NOTE
Refers to a danger which, if ignored, may lead to
risk to the machine and its function.
Table 1: Explanation of the signal words
1.3 Explanation of the warning signs
Warning signs represent the type and source of a danger:
Warning sign
Type of danger
General danger zone
Danger of caustic or other burns
Danger of damage or functional influences
Table 2: Explanation of the warning signs
1.4 Identification of warnings
Warnings are intended to help you recognise risks and avoid negative
consequences.
This is how warnings are identified:
Warning sign
SIGNAL WORD
Description of danger.
Consequences if ignored.
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The arrow signals a safety precaution to be taken to eliminate
the danger.
1.5 Instruction for action identification
This is how pre-conditions for action are identified:
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Pre-condition for action which must be met before taking action.
This is how instructions for action are identified:
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Separate step with no follow-up action.
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First step in a series of steps.
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Second step in a series of steps.
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Result of the above action.
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Action completed, aim achieved.
