Safety Regulations; Signal Words And Symbols; Classification And Meaning Of Signal Words; Symbols And Their Meaning - Siemens CS1140 Commissioning

Safety regulations

2 Safety regulations
2.1

Signal words and symbols

2.1.1

Classification and meaning of signal words

2.1.2

Symbols and their meaning

Building Technologies
Fire Safety
This chapter describes the danger levels and the relevant safety regulations appli-
cable for the use of our products. Please read the work instructions as well as the
chapter 'About this document' before beginning any work.
The danger level - that is, the severity and probability of danger - is indicated by
the signal words listed below. Non-observance may lead to the consequences indi-
cated:
DANGER
Imminent danger!
May cause danger to life or serious bodily injury!
WARNING
Dangerous situation!
May cause serious bodily harm.
CAUTION
May cause dangerous situations!
May cause minor injuries!
NOTE
Possibly harmful situation!
May cause damage to the product or to objects in the immediate vicinity of the
product!
The symbols listed below indicate the nature and origin of the danger.
Signal word General dangers
Signal word Electrical voltage
Example of an indication of danger
DANGER
Disconnect the component from the power supply.
External voltage
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