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Control (CONTROL)Medical device label symbolsControl (CONTROL)Marks a control material, used to check that another device, such as a test or analyser, performs as expected. Variants add a second box: minus for a negative control, plus for a positive control, or a number such as 1, 2 or 3 for different control levels.On ISO 15223-1
Conventional heating (top and bottom)3 meaningsConventional heating (top and bottom)The upper and lower heating elements work together for traditional static baking. Heat comes evenly from above and below, so both sides of the food cook evenly. Suits cakes, sponge, pastry, baked pasta, lasagne and pizza. Preheat for about 10 minutes.Differs by brand.On Candy
Cooked dish / soup (freezer storage chart)RefrigerationCooked dish / soup (freezer storage chart)In the frozen-food storage chart this pictogram stands for cooked dishes such as soup. Stored in a four-star freezer compartment, it keeps for 2 to 3 months.On Refrigeration
Cooking in progressCookingCooking in progressOn the electronic timer display this symbol means the oven is enabled and, in an automatic programme, that cooking is running. After a power cut it is missing and the oven will not heat until you set the clock: press + and − together, then set the time.On Candy
Cooking method selector (P)CookingCooking method selector (P)Marks the knob used to choose the cooking method (conventional, grill, rotisserie, fan cooking and so on). Choose the method here, then set the temperature on the thermostat knob.On Candy
Cooking zone locator (rear left)CookingCooking zone locator (rear left)The dot shows which cooking zone the knob controls; here the rear left zone. Match the sign to the zone you want before turning the knob.On Candy
Cooking zone positionCookingCooking zone positionThe four squares stand for the four cooking zones as they sit on the hob. The filled square is the zone this knob controls (here the rear left). Settings 1 = keep warm, 2–3 = gentle heating, 4–6 = cooking, frying and boiling.On Candy
Coolant temperature (blue)2 meaningsCoolant temperature (blue)When the thermometer-in-water symbol is lit blue or green, the coolant temperature is in order. No action is needed.Differs by brand.On BMW
Coolant temperature warning (red)16 meaningsCoolant temperature warning (red)When the thermometer-in-water symbol turns orange or red, the engine is in danger of overheating, which can cause severe engine damage. Stop safely and have the cooling system checked before driving on.Differs by brand.On BMW
Coolant warning lamp (amber)Dashboard lightsCoolant warning lamp (amber)The yellow coolant warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. Possible causes: faulty temperature sensor; faulty charge air, transmission oil or battery cooling; blocked or defective radiator shutters. Avoiding high loads on the engine, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.On Mercedes-Benz
Corrosion (GHS05)Chemical hazard pictogramsCorrosion (GHS05)The product can cause severe skin burns and serious eye damage, and some can also corrode metals. Typical examples are strong drain cleaners, descalers and some oven cleaners. Wear protective gloves and eye protection, avoid splashes, and keep it in its original container. If it gets on skin or in the eyes, rinse with plenty of water at once and get medical advice.On GHS
Cottons programmeLaundryCottons programmeMain programme for cotton laundry, finishing with a spin at maximum speed. 60 °C recommended, up to 90 °C, and a maximum load of 5 to 7 kg depending on the model. Wash length and intensity can be set with the STAIN LEVEL button and a prewash can be added.On Candy
Cottons programme (T-shirt with sparkles)2 meaningsCottons programme (T-shirt with sparkles)For coloured cotton at 40 °C, or for the deepest clean of hard-wearing cotton at 60 °C or 90 °C. The final spin runs at maximum speed for good water removal. Duration and intensity can be adjusted with the stain level button.Differs by brand.On Candy
Critical system failure message icon (red)Dashboard lightsCritical system failure message icon (red)Shown with messages that a critical system failure has been detected, that steering assist is reduced, or that brake performance is reduced. In each case, stop driving when it is safe to do so.On Honda
Crossed-out wheelie bin (WEEE)Safety and compliance marksCrossed-out wheelie bin (WEEE)The product is electrical or electronic equipment and must not go in general household waste. Take it to a collection point for electrical and electronic equipment (or back to the shop) so it can be recycled safely. The bar underneath means the product was placed on the market after August 2005.On EN 50419
Cruise control (green dial with marker)Dashboard lightsCruise control (green dial with marker)The system is switched on and maintains the speed that has been set.On MINI
Cruise control active (green dial, hollow arrow)Dashboard lightsCruise control active (green dial, hollow arrow)Cruise control is switched on and is controlling the speed. It is shown small or grey when it is not regulating.On Volkswagen
Cruise control active (green gauge with arrow)2 meaningsCruise control active (green gauge with arrow)Shown on the instrument cluster together with the saved speed when the cruise control system is switched on. Green means the system is switched on and regulation is active. If no speed is saved, three dashes are shown instead of a speed.Differs by brand.On CUPRA
Cruise control fault2 meaningsCruise control faultThe cruise control system is unavailable. Switch the engine off and restart. If it is still unavailable, check that the car's brake lights (and a trailer's) work; if they do and the fault remains, seek a garage.Differs by brand.On Škoda
Cruise control fault (amber)Dashboard lightsCruise control fault (amber)Cruise control has a fault. The light comes on yellow together with the yellow central warning light. Have it checked by a workshop.On Volkswagen
Cruise control fault warning light (amber)Dashboard lightsCruise control fault warning light (amber)The cruise control system is not functioning properly and service is required. Contact an authorised dealer.On Jeep
Cruise control indicator2 meaningsCruise control indicatorGreen or blue: shows a system that is switched on and working normally. Cruise control is set and holding the speed you chose.Differs by brand.On BMW
Cruise control indicator (blue)Dashboard lightsCruise control indicator (blue)The constant speed cruise control system is activated.On MG
Cruise control indicator (white)Dashboard lightsCruise control indicator (white)The constant speed cruise control system is in Standby mode.On MG
Cruise control on (white dial, hollow arrow)Dashboard lightsCruise control on (white dial, hollow arrow)Cruise control is switched on but is not currently controlling the speed.On Volkswagen