Safety Instructions; Signal Terms And Definitions; General Instructions - Siemens 8BT2 Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Signal terms and definitions

Symbols used
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General instructions

Five Safety Rules
of Electrical
Engineering
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DANGER!
As used in these instructions, this means that personal injuries can occur if the relevant
precautionary measures are not taken.
Observe the safety instructions.
ATTENTION!
As used in these instructions, this means that damage to property or environment can
occur if the relevant precautionary measures are not taken.
Observe the safety instructions.
NOTE!
As used in these instructions, this points at facilitations of work, particularities for
operation or possible mal-operation.
Observe the notes.
Operation symbol: Identifies an operation. Ask the operator to perform an operation.
Result symbol: Identifies the result of an operation.
Independently of the safety instructions given in these operating instructions, the local
laws, ordinances, guidelines and standards for operation of electrical equipment as well
as for labor, health and environmental protection apply.
Any kind of modification on the product or alteration of the product must be coordinated
with the manufacturer in advance, as uncoordinated modifications or alterations can
cause the expiration of warranty claims, cause danger to life, limb and other legally
protected interests, and the fulfillment of the type tests (according to IEC 62271-200)
may not be guaranteed anymore.
The edition of the standard is only mentioned in the test report applicable at the time of
switchgear manufacture.
The Five Safety Rules of Electrical Engineering must generally be observed during
operation of the products and components described in these operating instructions:
• Isolate.
• Secure against reclosing.
• Verify safe isolation from supply.
• Earth and short-circuit.
• Cover or barrier adjacent live parts.
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