PUMA T2
Technical Handbook
Disposal
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5.2 DISMANTLING AND DISPOSAL
When the equipment described in this technical manual comes to the end of its life
cycle and is removed from service, special precautions must be taken during the
dismantling and disposal phases.
National legislation and/or local regulations in effect regarding health, safety and
the environment must be carefully followed.
The owner is responsible for the dismantling of the equipment being compelled to
safely disconnect it from supplies, cables and services before entrusting it to an
authorized disposal and placement company.
It is furthermore necessary that the disposal company is aware that the equipment
is destined for disposal and NOT for re-use.
The nature of any hazard or any hazardous material contained in the equipment
must be notified to the disposal company.
These hazards may include:
• Heavy weight of the equipment;
• Flammable materials;
• Potentially harmful, corrosive or toxic substances and materials.