Disposal; Introduction; Preparing For Disassembly; Dismantling The Machine - Siemens SIMOTICS M-1PH8 Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions

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

Preparing for disassembly

Disassembly of the machine must be carried out and/or supervised by qualified personnel with
appropriate expert knowledge.
1. Contact a certified waste disposal organization in your vicinity. Clarify what is expected in
2. Follow the five safety rules (Page 13).
3. Disconnect all electrical connections and remove all cables.
4. Remove all liquids such as oil, cooling liquids, ...
5. Detach the machine fixings.
6. Transport the machine to a suitable location for disassembly.
See also
Maintenance (Page 85)
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.
Secure the machine parts being dismantled to prevent them falling.
SIMOTICS M-1PH8
Operating Instructions 05/2012 A5E03986435A AA
terms of the quality of dismantling the machine and provision of the components.
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