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Manual 5021, rev. 00 10/2015 – SC/VHS - 28 -
12 DECOMMISSIONING
Disposal and recycling
Warning:
Before disassembling actuator it is necessary to intercept the hydraulic
connection to discharge hydraulic cylinder and control unit o the atmosphere.
If present discharge also the pressure from back-up tank.
Warning:
Refer to section 5.1 and section 5.4 to lifting and storage procedure.
Warning:
If the actuator can be operated, put the actuator in fail safe position and
unscrew totally the stopper screw.
Warning:
The demolition of actuator parts should be made from specialized personnel.
Before starting a large area should be created around the actuator so to allow any kind of movement
without problems of further risks created by work site.
Subject Hazardous Recyclable Disposal
Metals No Yes Use licensed recyclers
Plastics No Yes Use specialist recyclers
Rubber (seals and o-rings) Yes No May require special treatment
before disposal, use specialist
waste disposal companies
Oil and grease Yes Yes May require special treatment
before disposal, use specialist
waste disposal companies
Electric and Electronic equipment Yes Yes Use specialist recyclers