Goulds Pumps 3180-86 - IOM - Manual (Page 7)

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
• 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:
• A potential situation which, if not avoided,
could result in undesirable conditions
• A practice not related to personal injury
Hazard categories
Hazard categories can either fall under hazard levels or let specific symbols replace the ordinary hazard
level symbols.
Electrical hazards are indicated by the following specific symbol:
Electrical Hazard:
These are examples of other categories that can occur. They fall under the ordinary hazard levels and may
use complementing symbols:
• Crush hazard
• Cutting hazard
• Arc flash hazard
Environmental safety
The work area
Always keep the pump station clean to avoid and/or discover emissions.
Recycling guidelines
Always recycle according to these guidelines:
Introduction and Safety
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