11. GeneralUse of this manual assumes that you are experienced in the field of irrigation. We have therefore keptthese instructions brief and included only the information that it is imperative for you to have to use thisproduct.Any warranty claims can be accepted only if the sprinkler is used in accordance with these operatinginstructions and if any defect emerges within the warranty period.We reserve the right to make changes in line with technological advances without prior notice.2. SafetyThese operating instructions contain some fundamental instructions that must be followed wheninstalling, operating, servicing and maintaining the sprinkler. It is therefore imperative that theseinstructions are read by the installation contractor(s) and the relevant specialized staff / operators priorto installation and startup.Attention must be paid not just to the general safety information set out in this ‘Safety’ section, but alsoto the special safety instructions included in the other sections.2.1. Use of symbols in these operating instructionsWhere failure to follow safety information can place individuals at risk, such information is specificallymarked in these operating instructions with the following symbols:!General warning symbol (hazard)Warning of potential hand injuriesWarning of potential automatic start-upWhere failure to follow this safety information can damage the sprinkler and/or impair its function, youwill see the word: WARNING!