Safety - Symbols And Terms - MASSEY FERGUSON 5400 Series Manual

2.2 Safety — Symbols and terms
2.2.1 Safety — Symbols and terms
Signal
SAFETY is paramount! Why?
– ACCIDENTS DISABLE AND KILL
– ACCIDENTS ARE COSTLY
– ACCIDENTS CAN BE AVOIDED
Terms
The terms DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are used with the safety alert symbol. It is essential to learn
how to recognise these safety messages and to follow the recommended safety measures and instructions.
D :
ANGER
indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in DEATH or
VERY SERIOUS INJURY.
W :
ARNING
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in DEATH or SE-
RIOUS INJURY.
C :
AUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in MINOR or MOD-
ERATE INJURY.
The terms IMPORTANT and NOTE are not directly related to personal safety, but are used to provide addi-
tional information and advice on the operation or maintenance of equipment.
I :
identifies specific instructions or procedures which, if not strictly applied, could damage or de-
MPORTANT
stroy the tractor, its equipment or the surrounding area.
N :
identifies points of particular interest for the most effective and suitable operation or repair.
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2. Safety instructions and safety points - Warranty
This safety alert symbol means CAUTION! BE ALERT! YOUR
SAFETY DEPENDS ON IT!
The safety alert symbol identifies important safety notices on
machines, safety signs, in instruction books or elsewhere. When
you see this symbol, be alert to the risk of injury or death. Follow the
instructions in the safety notice.
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