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FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THAT OF YOUR PATIENTS
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Symbols and information on the appliance
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The following section offers an explanation of the meaning of the symbols that are both
attached to the appliance (e.g. type plate) and contained in or on the accompanying
information and packaging.
XXXX - XX
"Caution"
This symbol indicates instructions, which in the event of non-
compliance, could result in injury and/or property damage.
"Beware"
This symbol indicates instructions, which in the event of non-
compliance, could result in property damage.
"Free from oil and grease"
This symbol denotes equipment that uses medical gases and must
therefore be kept free from oil and grease.
"Manufacturer"
This symbol denotes the name and, possibly, address of the
manufacturer.
"Date of manufacture"
This symbol denotes the date of manufacture.
XXXX - XX
Month of manufacture
Year of manufacture
"Temperature restriction"
This symbol indicates a temperature range, e.g. in connection with
storage or operating conditions.
„Relative humidity limits"
This symbol indicates the range of relative humidity that is
permitted, e.g. for storage or operating conditions.
„Ambient pressure limits"
This symbol indicates the range of ambient pressure that is
permitted, e.g. for storage or operating conditions.
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