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Safety regulations
1.
Safety regulations
1.1 Terms and symbols used
In this manual, certain common terms and symbols are used to warn you of dangers or to
give you hints that are important in avoiding injury or damage. Observe and follow these
hints and regulations to avoid accidents and damage. These terms and symbols are explained
below.
1.1.1 Terms used
„Warning“
is used whenever you or somebody else could be injured if you do not
observe the accompanying safety regulation.
„Caution“
is used for information that is important for avoiding damage.
1.1.2 Symbols used
Prohibition sign (forbidding an action)
Do not tilt
appliance
Do not lift
appliance
Do not stack
appliance
Warning symbols (warning of a danger)
Danger of
electric shock
Explosive
atmosphere
Cold/danger of
frostbite
Heat/hot surface/
danger of
burning
Danger of hot
vapours/scalding
Dangerous
gases/vapours
Regulation signs (stipulate an action)
Disconnect the
mains plug
Wear gloves
Wear safety
shoes
Observe information in separate manual
Other symbols
Information on
first aid
Important or useful additional information