4 S&C Instruction Sheet 765-500
Safety Information
Understanding
Safety-Alert Messages
There are several types of safety-alert messages which may appear throughout this instruc-
tion sheet as well as on labels and tags attached to the Omni-Rupter Switch. Familiarize
yourself with these types of messages and the importance of the various signal words,
as explained below.
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DANGER
“DANGER” identifies the most serious and immediate hazards which will likely
result in serious personal injury or death if instructions, including recommended
precautions, are not followed.
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WARNING
“WARNING” identifies hazards or unsafe practices which can result in serious
personal injury or death if instructions, including recommended precautions, are
not followed.
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CAUTION
“CAUTION” identifies hazards or unsafe practices which can result in minor per-
sonal injury or product or property damage if instructions, including recommended
precautions, are not followed.
NOTICE
“NOTICE” identifies important procedures or requirements that, if not followed, can
result in product or property damage if instructions are not followed.
Following Safety
Instructions
If you do not understand any portion of this instruction sheet and need assistance,
contact your nearest S&C Sales Office or S&C Authorized Distributor. Their telephone
numbers are listed on S&C’s website www.sandc.com. Or call S&C Headquarters at (773)
338-1000; in Canada, call S&C Electric Canada Ltd. at (416) 249-9171.
NOTICE
Thoroughly and carefully read this
instruction sheet before operating your
S&C Omni-Rupter Switch.
Replacement
Instructions
and Labels
If you need additional copies of this instruction sheet, contact your nearest S&C Sales
Office, S&C Authorized Distributor; S&C Headquarters, or S&C Electric Canada Ltd.
It is important that any missing, damaged, or faded labels on the equipment be replaced
immediately. Replacement labels are available by contacting your nearest S&C Sales
Office, S&C Authorized Distributor, S&C Headquarters, or S&C Electric Canada Ltd.