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The following risk levels are distinguished:
DANGER
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates an
immediately dangerous situation causing death or serious
injury if not avoided.
WARNING
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
a potentially dangerous situation that may cause death
or serious injury if not avoided.
CAUTION
This combination of symbol and signal word indicates
a potentially dangerous situation that may cause minor
or light injury if not avoided.
NOTE
The note is used to point out dangerous situations which could
lead to potential property damage/consequential damage to
the product or damage to the environment.
Notes are also used to provide important additional information.
Safety notes in handling indications
Safety notes may relate to certain individual handling indications.
Such safety notes are incorporated into the handling indication
as to not interrupt the flow of reading when carrying out the action.
The signal words described above are used.
Example:
1. Loosen screws.
2. Connect lead.
CAUTION
Risk of leads being trapped by the cover!
> Watch the position of the lead. Close cover carefully.
3. Tighten screws.