Disposal - Siemens 1LA8 Operating Instructions Manual

Disposal

11.1 Introduction
Protecting the environment and preserving its resources are corporate goals of the highest
priority for us. Our worldwide environmental management system to ISO 14001 ensures
compliance with legislation and sets high standards in this regard. Environmentally friendly
design, technical safety and health protection are always firm goals even at the product
development stage.
Recommendations for the environmentally friendly disposal of the machine and its components
are given in the following section. Be sure to comply with local disposal regulations.
11.2 National statutory regulations
Note
Observe national statutory regulations
When disposing of the machine or of waste that is created during the individual phases of
the life cycle, please observe the statutory requirements that apply in the country of use.
11.3 Dismantling the machine
Dismantle the machine using the general procedures commonly used in mechanical
engineering.
Machine parts can fall
The machine is made up of heavy parts. These parts are liable to fall during dismantling. This
can result in death, serious injury or material damage.
Before you release any machine parts, secure them so that they cannot fall.
11.4 Disposal of components
Components
The machines consist mainly of steel and various proportions of copper and aluminum. Metals
are generally considered to be unlimitedly recyclable.
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