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Introduction
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2021-10-25
S023735
Handling and Recycling Materials
Due to current legislation not all components on LEVC vehicles are deemed to be recyclable.
Some components must be recycled and stored in a specified way:
Batteries
– 12 volt batteries must be taken to an approved waste disposal company. The battery can
contain other valuable metals that can be re-used. Do not dump a battery as there is lead
inside which is toxic to the human body and sulphuric acid which is extremely corrosive.
– High voltage batteries must be stored in a secure area clearly marked High Voltage. The
secure area must be temperature controlled to make sure that combustion due to excessive
heat will not occur. The high voltage batteries must not be in direct contact with each other
and can only be stacked 2 high. When you have a high voltage battery from an LEVC
vehicle, you must contact LEVC so they can organise safe collection and recycling of the
component.
Oil filters
Oil filters can be recycled and in some cases re-used after draining. Oil filters contain some
harmful substances. Make sure that you check all local regulations before handling dirty oil.
Glazing
All of the glass on the vehicle can be recycled and re-used.
Electrical waste
Many electrical components contain recyclable materials, but they also contain chemicals that
can be harmful to the environment and the human body. Some parts can be burned, in
accordance with local regulations, for the reclamation of energy. Do not dump any hazardous
electrical waste.
Rubber
Rubber is not easy to recycle as it contains Chlorine and/or Fluorine. All of the vehicle tyres can
be ground down and re-used. It is also possible, in accordance with local regulations, to burn
rubber for the reclamation of energy. Rubber can only be burnt in an approved incineration
station.
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