SICK WEU26-3 User Manual

Operating Instructions Chapter 2
WSU/WEU263
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On safety
2.5 Environmental protection
T
he WSU/WEU26@3 devices are constructed in such a way that they adversely affect the
environment as little as possible. The devices use only a minimum of power and natural
resources.
At work, always act in an environmentally responsible manner. For this reason please note
the following information on disposal.
2.5.1 Disposal
 Always dispose of unserviceable or irreparable devices in compliance with local/national
rules and regulations with respect to waste disposal.
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 WSU/WEU26@3 is given in chapter 9
“Technical specifications” from page 33.
2.5.2 Separation of materials
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 WSU/WEU26@3 devices.
 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
Circuit boards, cable, connector and
electrical connecting pieces
Metal recycling (aluminium)
Electronic recycling
Packaging
Cardboard, paper
Polyethylene packaging
Paper/cardboard recycling
Plastic recycling
Note
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WARNING
Tab.
1
:
Overview on disposal
by components

SICK WEU26-3 Specifications

General

Brand	SICK
Model	WEU26-3
Category	Security Sensors
Language	English