Environment; General - Kalmar DRF420-60S5 Maintenance Manual

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B Safety – Environment

Environment

General

Ever-increasing industrialisation of our world is having a significant
impact on our global environment. Nature, animals and man are sub-
jected daily to risks in connection with various forms of chemical
handling.
There are still no environmentally safe chemicals, such as oils and
coolants, available on the market. Therefore, all who handle, per-
form service on or repair machines must use the tools, assisting de-
vices and methods necessary to protect the environment in an
environmentally sound manner.
By following the simple rules below, you will contribute to protecting
our environment.
Recycling
Deposit discarded materials for recycling or destruction.
Environmentally hazardous waste
Components such as batteries, plastics and other items that may
constitute environmentally hazardous waste must be handled and
taken care of in an environmentally safe and sound manner.
Discarded batteries contain substances hazardous to personal
health and the environment. Therefore, handle batteries in an envi-
ronmentally safe manner and according to national regulations.
Oils and fluids
Oils freely discharged cause environmental damage and can also be
a fire hazard. Therefore, when emptying and draining oils or fuel,
take appropriate action to prevent unnecessary spills.
Waste oils and fluids must always be taken care of by an authorised
disposal company.
Pay close attention to oil leaks and other fluid leaks! Take immediate
action to seal the leaks.
Air conditioning system
The refrigerant in the air conditioning system for the cab adds to the
greenhouse effect and may never be intentionally released into open
air. Special training is required for all service work on the air condi-
tioning system. Many countries require special certification by an
authority for such work.
Working in a contaminated area
Used cab and engine air filters from machines operating in condi-
tions with asbestos dust, or other hazardous dust, must be sealed in
air-tight plastic bags before being deposited in the designated area.
The machine must be equipped for work in a contaminated area (en-
vironmentally contaminated or hazardous to personal health) before
work is started. In addition, special local regulations apply when
handling and servicing such a machine.
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