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8200 Compressor Safety
Installation, Operation, and Service Instructions Signal Word Descriptions
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Signal Word Descriptions
All cautions and warnings contain signal words, which call attention to safety mes-
sages and designate the degree of hazard seriousness. The following table shows the
signal words and their meanings that may be used in this document.
Table 2-1: Safety Signal Words
Term Example Definition
CAUTION
A signal word that indicates a situa-
tion or unsafe practice, which if not
avoided may result in equipment
damage. A CAUTION is highlighted
in yellow.
CAUTION
A signal word accompanied by a
safety shape that indicates a poten-
tially hazardous situation or unsafe
practice.
If not avoided, the action may result in
minor or moderate personal injury or
equipment damage. A CAUTION is
highlighted in yellow.
WARNING
A signal word accompanied by a
safety shape that indicates indicates a
potentially hazardous situation.
If not avoided, the action may result in
serious injury or death. A WARNING
is highlighted in orange.