Safety; Definitions - ABB LWT300 series User Manual

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Safety

This instrument has been manufactured in accordance with state-of-the-art procedures; it is
operationally safe. It has been tested and left the factory in perfect working condition. The information
in this guide, as well as all applicable documentation and certificates, must be observed and followed
to maintain this condition throughout the period of operation.
This chapter provides an overview of the safety conditions that must be observed when installing and
operating the instrument. Full compliance with all general safety requirements must be observed during
instrument operation. For personnel and system safety, and to ensure optimum performance, make sure
that you thoroughly understand the content of this guide before installing, using and maintaining the
instrument, and carefully plan any installation, modification, or repair before actually proceeding.
Additionally, each chapter in this guide contains descriptions of processes or procedural instructions
with their own specific safety information. Only by observing all safety information can you minimize
the risks of hazards to personnel and/or the environment.

Definitions

This document uses the following symbols to bring attention to key technical and safety-related
information.
DANGER—SERIOUS DAMAGE TO HEALTH/RISK TO LIFE
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING — DAMAGE TO HEALTH/RISK TO LIFE
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION — DAMAGE TO HEALTH
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE
Indicates information considered important, but not hazard related, that could impact
things other than personal injury, like property damage.