in the instruction vs on the instruction

Both "in the instruction" and "on the instruction" can be correct depending on the context. "In the instruction" is used when referring to something contained within the instruction, while "on the instruction" is used when referring to something physically located on the instruction.

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in the instruction

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use "in the instruction" when referring to something that is contained within the instruction or mentioned in the instruction.

Examples:

The answer is clearly stated in the instruction.
Please follow the steps outlined in the instruction.

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i(i) any deterioration in the characteristics or performances, and any inaccuracies in the instruction leaflet for a device which might lead to or have led to the death of a patient or a deterioration in his state of health;
any deterioration in the characteristics and performances of a device, as well as any inaccuracies in the instruction leaflet which might lead to or might have led to the death of a patient or to a deterioration in his state of health;
Additional information on how to minimise environmental impacts is given in the instruction manual.
The time period for the scheduled inspection of the safety components must be clearly indicated in the instruction manual.
Information on the fluorinated greenhouse gases, including their global warming potential, shall be included in the instruction manuals provided for such products and equipment.
To place the cartridge in the device and perform the injection follow the instructions in the instruction manual provided with the RebiSmart autoinjector device.
motions at maximum possible speed as given in the instruction manual under the conditions given
The following message shall be included in the instruction manual of the product:
For administration, the instructions provided in the package leaflet and in the instruction manual provided with the RebiSmart autoinjector device should be followed.
The standards currently prescribe no maximum sound limit nor require any specific labelling in respect of noise emissions but require that a statement be put in the instruction manual to warn of the adverse effects of exposure to excessive sound level.
Hermetically sealed systems shall be labelled as such. Information on the fluorinated greenhouse gases, including their global warming potential, shall be included in the instruction manuals provided for such products and equipment.
As the contents of the EC declaration of conformity included in the instruction manual cannot be considered a substitute for the EC declaration of conformity itself (which is unique to each specific machine) it has no value to users to whom the instruction manual is addressed.
When the measured A-weighted sound power level of the device exceeds 63,0 dB(A), the following message shall be included in the instruction manual of the product:
For wine storage appliances, the following information shall be displayed in the instruction booklet provided by manufacturers: 'This appliance is intended to be used exclusively for the storage of wine'.
any deterioration in the characteristics or performances, and any inaccuracies in the instruction leaflet for a device which might lead to or have led to the death of a patient or a deterioration in his state of health;
any change in the characteristics or performances and any inaccuracies in the instruction leaflet for a device which might lead to or have led to the death of a patient or deterioration in his state of health;
(i) any change in the characteristics or performances and any inaccuracies in the instruction leaflet for a device which might lead to or have led to the death of a patient or deterioration in his state of health;
Before carrying out any measurement, the engine and the hydraulic system of the mobile crane shall be brought to their normal working temperature following the instruction of the manufacturer and all relevant safety-related procedures given in the instruction handbook shall be carried out
Basel Annexes VIII and IX can be found in Annex V of this Regulation, in the text of the Basel Convention as well as in the Instruction Manual available from the Secretariat of the Basel Convention.
For household refrigerating appliances, information shall be provided in the instruction booklet provided by manufacturers concerning:

Alternatives:

within the instruction
as per the instruction
according to the instruction
stated in the instruction
outlined in the instruction

on the instruction

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use "on the instruction" when referring to something physically located on the instruction, such as a note or a sticker.

Examples:

There is a warning label on the instruction manual.
Please check the notes on the instruction.

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replanting of orchards where that is necessary following mandatory grubbing up for health or phytosanitary reasons on the instruction of the Member State competent authority;
replanting of vineyards where that is necessary following mandatory grubbing up for health or phytosanitary reasons on the instruction of the Member State competent authority;
The EC mark of conformity, as shown in Annex 9, must appear in a visible, legible and indelible form on the sterile pack and, where appropriate, on the sales packaging, if any, and on the instruction leaflet.
2. The EC mark of conformity, as shown in Annex 9, must appear in a visible, legible and indelible form on the sterile pack and, where appropriate, on the sales packaging, if any, and on the instruction leaflet.
Does the Commission not consider that all passengers should, in any case, be able to understand the safety instructions, thanks to the translations and the pictures and signs on the instruction card?
European Agreement on the Instruction and Education of Nurses CETS No.: 059
On the instruction of the Council of Ministers, the Commission has carefully analyzed which countries now appear to have the best chances of fulfilling the requirements for membership.
The imprest administrator may provisionally validate and pay expenditure, on the instructions of the authorising officer responsible.
The Secretary shall act on the instructions of the Board.
The secretary shall act on the instructions of the Board.
They shall also appear on the instructions for use which accompany the toy.
Indicate on the instructions for use:
Such blocking shall be carried out by the Central Unit on the instructions of the Member State of origin.
2. The imprest administrator may provisionally validate and pay expenditure, on the instructions of the authorising officer responsible.
Applications for subsidies are rejected by the Plant Directorate on the instructions of the Food Industry Agency.
For instance in the Mrs E lead case, a complex and sophisticated system was designed by accountant Deloittes on the instructions of EL to calculate compensation.
This text is intended to establish legal cooperation on the instructions for drafting the leaflet on conduct that can be described as racist or xenophobic.
on the instructions of the flag State,
2. Compensation for animals slaughtered on the instructions of the official veterinarian must be so adjusted that breeders are appropriately compensated.
At present the local Comunita Montana, on the instructions of the Tuscany region, is seeking to take over the centre and 20 years of successfully developed work risks being destroyed.

Alternatives:

attached to the instruction
written on the instruction
included in the instruction
found on the instruction
printed on the instruction

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