On the other side, the tag has bright red text that says "KEEP AWAY FROM WATER DANGER - " and in accompanying small black text below it, it says (all capitalized):
"As with most electrical appliances, electrical parts in dryer are electrically live when switch is off:
To reduce risk of death by electric shock:
Always "unplug it" after use.
Do not place or store where dryer can fall or be pulled into tub, toilet, or sink.
Do not use while bathing.
Do not use near or place in water.
If dryer falls into water, unplug immediately. Do not reach into water." …show more content…
Since the warning itself is on a sizable white tag wrapped around the cord, the user must pay attention to it every time they use the hairdryer as it is close to the plug. The usage of bright red text helps to catch the user's attention, which is essential to such an important message. Most of the text size is large, which also draws the user's attention. All of the text is bold (except for the numbered list) and capitalized, which communicates the importance of the message. The diagram of the hairdryer over the bathtub summarizes the warning fairly well for those who cannot read/understand English, and the diagonal red slash contrasts well against the white tag and black drawing. Additionally, the red slash is a universal symbol for "do not," so it can be understood by most everyone. The most important text, "KEEP AWAY FROM WATER," is also the largest text, which emphasizes the