Introduction; Environmental Protection - Eaton 5SC 500i Installation And User Manual

1. Introduction

Thank you for selecting an EATON product to protect your electrical equipment.
The 5SC range has been designed with the utmost care.
We recommend that you take the time to read this manual to take full advantage of the many features
of your UPS (Uninterruptible Power System).
Before installing 5SC, please read the booklet presenting the safety instructions.
Then follow the instructions in this manual.
To discover the entire range of EATON products and the options available for the 5SC range,
we invite you to visit our web site at www.eaton.com/powerquality or contact your EATON representative.

1.1 Environmental protection

EATON has implemented an environmental-protection policy.
Products are developed according to an eco-design approach.
Substances
This product does not contain CFCs, HCFCs or asbestos.
Packing
To improve waste treatment and facilitate recycling, separate the various packing components.
• The cardboard we use comprises over 50 % of recycled cardboard.
• Sacks and bags are made of polyethylene.
• Packing materials are recyclable and bear the appropriate identification symbol
Materials
Polyethylene terephthalat
High-density polyethylene
Polyvinyl chloride
Low-density polyethylene
Polypropylene
Polystyrene
Follow all local regulations for the disposal of packing materials.
End of life
EATON will process products at the end of their service life in compliance with local regulations.
EATON works with companies in charge of collecting and eliminating our products at the end of
their service life.
Product
The product is made up of recyclable materials.
Dismantling and destruction must take place in compliance with all local regulations concerning waste.
At the end of its service life, the product must be transported to a processing centre for electrical and
electronic waste.
Battery
The product contains lead-acid batteries that must be processed according to applicable local regulations
concerning batteries.
The battery may be removed to comply with regulations and in view of correct disposal.
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Abbreviations
PET
HDPE
PVC
LDPE
PP
PS
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PET
Number in
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the symbols
PET
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03
04
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