Classification of safety
warning messages
WARNING
Type and source of hazard
Explanation of type and source of hazard/consequences
• Measures to prevent hazard
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
Safety warning message indicating the severity of the potential hazard
Reference to material damage
3.2
CLASSIFICATION OF SAFETY WARNING
MESSAGES
The safety warning messages in this manual are highlighted by
safety symbols and signal words. The symbol and signal word
indicate the severity of the potential hazard.
The safety warning messages that precede each action are shown
as follows:
Meaning of signal words
Risk of death or serious injury if hazard is not avoided.
Risk of minor injury if hazard is not avoided.
Material damage if hazard is not avoided.
Meaning of safety symbols
3.3
OBLIGATIONS OF THE USER
To ensure that your appliance and Vorwerk accessory operate
correctly, please follow the guidelines below:
1. Please read the instruction manual and all accompanying
documents carefully.
2. Store the manual in a safe place near the appliance.
3. Ensure that any damage to the appliance is repaired by the
manufacturer without delay.
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