BUCHI Ultrasonic Package - Manual (Page 9)

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2 Safety
The safety of users and personnel can only be ensured if the safety instructions
and the safety related warnings in the individual chapters are strictly observed
and followed. Therefore, the manual must always be available to all persons op­
erating the device.
2.1 User qualifications
Before using the Ultrasonic Controller the operation manual must be read and
understood.
The device may only be used by laboratory personnel and other persons who
on account of training or professional experience have an overview of the dan­
gers which can develop when operating the device.
2.2 Proper use
The device has been designed and built for laboratories. It serves as a spray
generator of dry particles with an average size of 10–60 μm.
2.3 Safety warnings
2.3.1 Warning explanation
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are standardized signal words
for identifying levels of hazard seriousness of risks related to personal injury
and property damage. All signal words, which are related to personal injury are
accompanied by the general safety sign.
For the safety it is important to read and fully understand the table with the dif­
ferent signal words and their definitions.
Sign Signal word Definition
DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate in­
jury.
NOTICE Indicates possible material damage, but no
practices related to personal injury.
Supplementary safety information symbols may be placed in a rectangular
panel on the left to the signal word and the supplementary text.