Instruction Manual
10. FINAL DISPOSAL OF THE TRANSFORMER PARTS AFTER LIFE TIME
The high voltage instruments transformers are made of the following components, which after life
time require a properly disposal to prevent environmental contamination:
Components
Metallic materials
Resin and materials saturated with resin
Oil (PCB-free) – classified as Class I hazardous
residue
Material contaminated with oil
Porcelain insulator
Other materials
The disposal of oil and components contaminated with oil directly into the soil or water is
prohibited.
For further information or clarifications, contact GE environment department: +55 35 36297112.
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Recommended Disposal
Metal recycling company
Industrial landfill, properly licensed by the
state's responsible agency.
Oil refinery at a company which is properly
licensed to perform such an activity
Co-processing or incineration at a company
which is properly licensed by the state's
responsible agency.
Industrial landfill, properly licensed by the
state's responsible agency.
Industrial landfill, properly licensed by the
state's responsible agency.