Safety
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EN 4161.758.101m – 2018-09
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Safety
2.1
Signal words and symbols
This document contains specifically highlighted
safety instructions which are marked with one of
the following signal words depending on the
severity of the danger.
DANGER
The signal word DANGER indicates a dangerous
situation that, if not prevented, will lead to a
severe injury or death.
Information as to how the hazard can be
prevented.
WARNING
The signal word WARNING indicates a
dangerous situation that, if not prevented, can
lead to a severe injury or death.
Information as to how the hazard can be
prevented.
CAUTION
The signal word CAUTION indicates a
dangerous situation that, if not prevented, can
lead to a slight or moderate injury.
Information as to how the hazard can be
prevented.
The signal word NOTE indicates a situation that,
if not prevented, can lead to property damage.
Information as to how the property damage
can be prevented.
The following symbols are also used:
This symbol refers to additional, safety-
relevant information.
This symbol indicates information
concerning special workflows, methods,
application of auxiliary materials, etc.
2.2
General safety instructions
Read all safety instructions and information.
Failure to comply with safety instructions and
information may lead to property damage, serious
injuries or death.
Intended use
The ZF product is exclusively intended for the
application as defined in the contract and as
agreed on at the time of delivery. Any other or
more extensive form of use does not comply with
this definition of intended use. The intended use
includes compliance with this documentation and
other applicable documents, in order to avoid
malfunctions and damage in operation.
The ZF product is designed and produced in line
with state-of-the-art technology. The ZF product is
safe to operate in its delivery status. However, the
ZF product may pose dangers if improperly used
by unauthorized, untrained and uninstructed staff
or if not used according to its intended use.
Figures might deviate from the ZF product and are
not drawn to scale. No conclusions can be drawn
with regard to size and weight.
Assembly, commissioning, maintenance and
repair
Only perform assembly, commissioning,
maintenance and repair work according to this
documentation and other applicable documents.