Chapter 2 Operating Instructions
M4000 Adv., Adv. A/P, Area
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On safety
2.5 Environmental protection
T
he M4000 multiple light beam safety device is constructed in such a way that it adversely
affects the environment as little as possible. It uses only a minimum of power and natural
resources.
At work, always act in an environmentally responsible manner.
2.5.1 Disposal
Unusable or irreparable devices should always be disposed as per the applicable national
regulations on waste disposal (e.g. European waste code 16 02 14).
We would be pleased to be of assistance on the disposal of this device. Contact your
local SICK representative.
Information on the individual materials in the M4000 is given in chapter 13 “Technical
specifications” on page 113.
2.5.2 Separation of materials
WARNING
Only appropriately trained personnel are allowed to separate materials!
Caution is required when dismantling devices. There is a risk of injuries.
Before you send the devices for appropriate recycling, it is necessary to separate the
different materials in the M4000.
Separate the housing from the rest of the parts (in particular the circuit board).
Send the separated parts for recycling as appropriate (see Tab. 1).
Components Disposal
Product
Housing Metal recycling (aluminium)
Circuit boards, cable, connector and
electrical connecting pieces
Electronic recycling
Packaging
Cardboard, paper Paper/cardboard recycling
Polyethylene packaging Plastic recycling
Notes
by components