| SIGNAL WORD | EXPLANATION | EXAMPLE |
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Danger 
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Danger is used to alert readers about an immediate and serious hazard that will likely be fatal. Writers often use all uppercase letters for danger statements. | DANGER: EXTREMELY HIGH VOLTAGE. STAND BACK. |
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Warning 
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Warning is used to alert readers about the potential for serious injury or death or serious damage to equipment. Writers often use all uppercase letters for warning statements. | WARNING: TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY TO YOUR ARMS AND HANDS, YOU MUST MAKE SURE THE ARM RESTRAINTS ARE IN PLACE BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE. |
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Caution 
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Caution is used to alert readers about the potential for anything from moderate injury to serious equipment damage or destruction. | Caution: Do not use nonrechargeable batteries in this charging unit; they could damage the charging unit. |
| Note | Note is used for a tip or suggestion to help readers carry out a procedure successfully. | Note: Two kinds of washers are provided—regular washers and locking washers. Be sure to use the locking washers here. |
FIGURE 20.8 Signal Words