Safety regulations, 1 terms and signs used – Memmert ICH 256 Climate Chambers (Generation 2003) User Manual
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Safety Regulations
1. Safety Regulations
1.1 Terms and signs used
In this manual, certain common terms and symbols are used to warn you of dangers or to
give you hints that are important in avoiding injury or damage. Observe and follow these hints
and regulations to avoid accidents and damage. These terms and signs are explained below.
1.1.1 Terms used
"Warning"
is always used whenever you or somebody else could be injured
if you do not observe the accompanying safety regulation.
"Caution"
is used for information that is important for avoiding damage.
1.1.2 Signs used
Prohibition sign (forbidding an action)
Do not tilt
appliance
Do not lift
appliance
Do not stack
appliance
Warning signs (warning of a danger)
Danger of
electrical shock
Explosive
atmosphere
Danger of
frostbite/cold
burns
Warning of gas
bottles
Gas
UV radiation
Regulation signs (stipulate an action)
Disconnect the
mains plug
Wear gloves
Wear safety
shoes
Observe
information in
separate manual
Two or more
persons required
Wear UV safety
goggles
Other icons
Information on
first aid
First Aid:
Rinse eyes out
Important
or useful
additional
information