Safety Regulations; Signal Words And Symbols; Classification And Meaning Of Signal Words; Symbols And Their Meaning - Siemens FC10 Operating Instructions Manual

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

2.1.3

Classification and meaning of additional symbols

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Siemens Building Technologies
Fire & Security Products
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" thoroughly 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 light 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.
General danger
Electrical voltage
Example for an indication of danger
The example below illustrates the appearance and form of danger warnings in our
documents.
External voltage
DANGER!
Disconnect the module from the power supply.
Tips and information.
Refers to extremely important or critical decisions to be taken into account before continuing the work.
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