1 Introduction and Safety
1.1 Introduction
Purpose of the manual
The purpose of this manual is to provide the necessary information for working with the unit.
Read this manual carefully before starting work.
Read and keep the manual
Save this manual for future reference, and keep it readily available at the location of the unit.
Intended use
WARNING:
Operating, installing, or maintaining the unit in any way that is not covered in this manual
could cause death, serious personal injury, or damage to the equipment and the
surroundings. This includes any modification to the equipment or use of parts not provided
by Xylem. If there is a question regarding the intended use of the equipment, please contact
a Xylem representative before proceeding.
1.2 Safety terminology and symbols
About safety messages
It is extremely important that you read, understand, and follow the safety messages and
regulations carefully before handling the product. They are published to help prevent these
hazards:
• Personal accidents and health problems
• Damage to the product and its surroundings
• Product malfunction
Hazard levels
Hazard level
Indication
DANGER:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury
WARNING:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury
CAUTION:
A hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury
NOTICE:
Notices are used when there is a risk of equipment
damage or decreased performance, but not
personal injury.
Special symbols
Some hazard categories have specific symbols, as shown in the following table.
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