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Operating manual 806N Version 00.0 - 12/2012 15
3.2 Signal words and symbols used in warnings
Warnings in the text are distinguished by color bars. The color scheme is
oriented towards the severity of the danger. Signal words specify the
severity of a danger:
Signal words Signal words and the endangerment that they describe:
Symbols In the case of dangers to personnel, the following symbols indicate the
type of hazard:
Examples Examples of the layout of the warnings in the text:
Signal word Endangerment
DANGER Resulting in death or serious injury.
WARNING Death or serious injury possible.
CAUTION Moderate to minor injuries possible.
ATTENTION Damage possible.
Symbol Type of danger
General danger
Danger due to electric shock
Danger due to sharp objects
Danger due to crushing
Type and source of the danger
Consequences in the event of noncompliance
 Measures for avoiding the danger
This is what a warning looks like for a hazard that
will result in serious injury or even death if not com-
plied with.
DANGER