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Safety instructions
Safety instructions warn of dangers when using the devices and explain how to avoid them. The safety instructions are classified according to the severity of the risk and are subdivided into four groups:
Danger
Imminent danger
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Warning
Possible danger
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Caution
Hazard with low risk
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
Notice
Hazard with a risk of material damage
Failure to comply with the warning notice will lead to material damage!
Other instructions
Warning
Information relevant to cybersecurity or actions that can lead to data loss or the malfunction of a complete system. There may also be a risk of long-lasting damage.
Ensure that everything is done 100% as described.
Caution
Information relevant to actions that can lead to medium to low-impact problems or the malfunction of parts of a system.
Double-check your actions.
Note
Additional information that is not safety-relevant but can deepen your understanding or answer common questions.
Tip / use case / example
Best practice, use case, or example to boost your efficiency.