General Safety Instructions - Johnson Controls YORK YK Series Installation Manual

General safety instructions

Important: Read before proceeding.
This equipment is a relatively complicated apparatus. During installation, operation maintenance or
service, individuals may be exposed to certain components or conditions including, but not limited
to: refrigerants, materials under pressure, rotating components, and both high and low voltage.
Each of these items has the potential, if misused or handled improperly, to cause bodily injury or
death. It is the obligation and responsibility of operating/service personnel to identify and recognize
these inherent hazards, protect themselves, and proceed safely in completing their tasks. Failure to
comply with any of these requirements could result in serious damage to the equipment and the
property in which it is situated, as well as severe personal injury or death to themselves and people
at the site.
This document is intended for use by owner-authorized rigging, installation, and operating/service
personnel. It is expected that these individuals possess independent training that will enable them
to perform their assigned tasks properly and safely. It is essential that, prior to performing any
task on this equipment, this individual shall have read and understood the on-product labels, this
document and any referenced materials. This individual shall also be familiar with and comply
with all applicable industry and governmental standards and regulations pertaining to the task in
question.
Safety symbols
The following symbols are used in this document to alert the reader to specific situations:
Indicates a possible hazardous situation which will result in death or serious injury if proper care is not
taken.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which will result in possible injuries or damage to equipment
if proper care is not taken.
Identifies a hazard which could lead to damage to the machine, damage to other equipment and/or
environmental pollution if proper care is not taken or instructions and are not followed.
Note: Highlights additional information useful to the technician in completing the work being
performed properly.
Model YK (Style H) Centrifugal Liquid Chillers
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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