Hach SIGMA 900 - Manual (Page 10)

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Safety Information 8544intro.fm
Section 2
2.4.1 Use of Hazard Information
If multiple hazards exist, this manual will use the signal word (Danger,
Caution, Note) corresponding to the greatest hazard.
DANGER
Indicates a potentially or imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTE
Information that requires special emphasis.
2.4.2 Precautionary Labels
Read all labels and tags attached to the instrument. Personal injury or
damage to the instrument could occur if not observed.
2.4.3 Hazardous Locations
The 900 Composite Sampler is not approved for use in hazardous locations
as defined in the National Electrical Code.
DANGER
Although some Hach products are designed and certified for installation in
hazardous locations as defined by the National Electrical Code, many Hach
products are not suitable for use in hazardous locations. It is the responsibility
of the individuals who are installing the products in hazardous locations to
determine the acceptability of the product for the environment. Additionally, to
ensure safety, the installation of instrumentation in hazardous locations must be
per the manufacturer's control drawing specifications. Any modification to the
instrumentation or the installation is not recommended and may result in life
threatening injury and/or damage to facilities.
This symbol, if noted on the instrument, references the instruction manual for operation
and/or safety information.
This symbol, when noted on a product enclosure or barrier, indicates that a risk of electrical shock
and/or electrocution exists and indicates that only individuals qualified to work with hazardous voltages
should open the enclosure or remove the barrier.
This symbol, when noted on the product, identifies the location of a fuse or current limiting device.
This symbol, when noted on the product, indicates that the marked item can be hot and should not be
touched without care.
This symbol, when noted on the product, indicates the presence of devices sensitive to Electro-static
Discharge and indicates that care must be taken to prevent damage to them.
This symbol, when noted on the product, identifies a risk of chemical harm and indicates that only
individuals qualified and trained to work with chemicals should handle chemicals or perform
maintenance on chemical delivery systems associated with the equipment.
This symbol, if noted on the product, indicates the need for protective eye wear.
This symbol, when noted on the product, identifies the location of the connection for Protective Earth
(ground).