Z5Ec
4
02/2022
Mandatory icons are intended to prevent accidents.
Icon
Meaning
Wear eye protection.
Wear dust mask.
Wear hearing protection.
Wear protective gloves.
Tab. 3: Mandatory icons and their meanings
During the operation of the power tool there are always actions to be taken where hazards can occur. These
potentially dangerous actions are preceded by warnings which must be observed.
Classification of the danger level (signal words) of warnings
Warning
Meaning and consequences of non-observance
Imminent
danger
that will cause serious or fatal injuries
.
Potentially
dangerous situation
that can cause serious or
fatal injuries
.
Potentially
dangerous situation
that can cause minor
injuries
.
Tab. 4: Structure of warnings