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For production, the materials are marked according to their recycling route. Components that
unavoidably contain dangerous substances are marked in particular. These components are
also installed so that they can be easily removed, facilitating environmentally friendly
disposal.
Shipping
Environmentally friendly packing materials are used for shipping and storage. Reusable
packing is used where possible.
Disposal
The unit features screw-in and snap-in connections that can be easily released in order to
separate it into different mechanical components for recycling purposes.
The printed circuit boards may be used in recycling processes involving energy recovery.
The proportion of components containing hazardous substances is low.
Plans have been made to dispose of the SINAMICS DCM Cabinet after its service in
accordance with the WEEE Directive.
Note
When disposing of the AOP30 operator panel, the backup battery must be removed (lithium
battery, type CR2032 3 V) and disposed of in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines
and applicable country-specific laws and regulations.
SINAMICS DCM Cabinet
Operating Instructions, 04/2015, A5E36161239/RS-AA/001
A.2 Environment, resources and recycling
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