Safety; General Safety; Safety Symbols - Hypertherm HyPrecision 100D Instruction Manual

2 Safety

2.1 General Safety

This section describes the hazards specifically related to the operation and maintenance of HyPrecision
100D/150D Intensifier Pumps. These precautions must be reviewed and understood by operating and
maintenance personnel before installing, operating or servicing the equipment.
The comprehensive list of safety precautions listed in this manual must be followed to ensure safe
operation of the equipment. The safety guidelines found in this manual are general and cannot cover
every possible situation; only thorough knowledge of the equipment can provide optimum safety.
Readers are expected to know how to use common hand tools safely, as well as the basic techniques for
safe operation of pressure-producing equipment.
Always remember that the waterjet stream is a cutting tool! The force of a waterjet
can penetrate and cut through almost any material.
WARNING
Service procedures in this manual will include safety warnings, cautions, and notes that must be read
and understood.
The following symbols are used throughout the manual to bring the reader's attention to known hazards
and conditions, which can be avoided. Although an attempt to point out most conditions was made,
Hypertherm acknowledges that there are other unforeseen situations due to site variability, improper
maintenance, etc. that could also potentially cause equipment damage, severe injury, or death. It is the
end user's responsibility to identify these additional hazards and take necessary steps to minimize risks.

2.2 Safety Symbols

Warnings, cautions, and notes
Always avoid contact with the stream of water. Abrasive waterjets expel a mixture
of water and abrasive that, if contact is made with skin, may be injected into the
skin leading to a serious infection. Seek immediate surgical attention if you
encounter any high-pressure stream of fluid.
WARNING
Indicates the presence of a hazard, which can cause severe personal injury,
death, and/or substantial property damage if the warning instruction is ignored.
WARNING
Highlights important instructions, which must be followed to prevent personal
injury and/or equipment damage.
CAUTION
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