LG RS-Q19PWZE Owner's Manual page 11

Disposal of Your Old Appliance (as per e-waste Rules)
• When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is depicted on the product and its
operator's manual, it means is covered by the E-Waste (Management) Rules,
2016 and it's subsequent amendment from time to time and are meant to be
recycled, dismantled, refurbished or disposed off.
• Do's
− a. The product is required to be handed over only to the authorized recycler
for disposal.
− b. Keep the product in isolated area, after it becomes non-functional/
unrepairable so as to prevent its accidental breakage.
• Don't
− a. The product should not be opened by the user himself/herself, but only by
authorized service personnel.
− b. The product is not meant for re-sale to any unauthorized agencies/scrap
dealer/kabariwalah.
− c. The product is not meant for mixing into household waste stream.
− d. Do not keep any replaced spare part(s) from the product in exposed area.
• Any disposal through unauthorized agencies/person will attract action under
Environment (Protection) Act 1986.
• Hazards of improper handling or accidental breakage.
− a. If batteries are disposed incorrectly, it can greatly harm the environment.
The chemical byproducts are hazardous. The metals and chemicals found
in batteries can mix into soil which may be hazardous to humans, plants
and animals. If thrown in fire, they can cause blast and release toxic gases
which may be harmful for health.
− b. The refrigerant used can be combustible at low pressure. The potential
health effects of over exposure is dizziness, headache and heart irregularities.
• This product is complied with the requirement of Hazardous Substances as
specified under Rule 16 (1) & (3) of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016
and it's subsequent amendment from time to time.
• To locate a nearest collection centre or call for pick-up (limited area only) for
disposal of this appliance, please contact Toll Free No. 1800-180-9999 for details.
All collection centre and pick up facilities are done by third parties with LG
Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. Merely as a facilitator. For more detailed information,
please visit :http://www.lge.com/in
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