Symbols Used - GMC MDI 2 User Manual

Symbols Used

Warning Notices - Structure and Meaning
Warning notices warn of dangers to the user or people in the vicinity. Warning notices also indicate
the consequences of the hazard as well as preventive action. Warning notices have the following
structure:
Warning Symbol
The key word indicates the likelihood of occurrence and the severity of the hazard in the event of
non-observance:
Key word Probability of occurrence
DANGER Immediate impending danger
WARNING Possible impending
CAUTION Possible dangerous
Symbols in this Document
Symbol Designation
! Attention
Information
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Symbols on the Product
Observe all warning notices on products and ensure they remain legible.
KEY WORD – Nature and source of hazard.
Consequences of hazard in the event of failure to observe action and
information given.
Hazard prevention action and information.
danger
situation
Warns about possible property damage.
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Severity of danger if instructions not
observed
Death or severe injury
Death or severe injury
Minor injury
Explanation
Practical hints and other
useful information.
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