Decommissioning and disposal
11.2 Disposal
Synchronous/induction motors 1PH813
Operating Instructions, 04/2009, 610.48000.22
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11.2 Disposal
11.2.1 Introduction
Protecting the environment and preserving its resources are corporate goals of the highest
priority for us. Our worldwide environmental management system to ISO 14001 ensures
compliance with legislation and sets high standards in this regard. Environmentally friendly
design, technical safety and health protection are always firm goals even at the product
development stage.
Recommendations for the environmentally friendly disposal of the machine and its
components are given in the following section. Be sure to comply with local disposal
regulations.
11.2.2 Preparing for disassembly
Disassembly of the machine must be carried out and/or supervised by qualied personnel
with appropriate expert knowledge.
1. Contact a certified waste disposal organization in your vicinity. Clarify what is expected in
terms of the quality of dismantling the machine and provision of the components.
2. Follow the five safety rules.
3. Disconnect all electrical connections.
4. Remove all liquids such as oil, water, …
5. Remove all cables.
6. Deatch the machine fixings.
7. Transport the machine to a suitable location for disassembly.
Refer also to the information in the section headed "Maintenance".
11.2.3 Dismantling the motor
Dismantle the machine using the general procedures commonly used in mechanical
engineering.
WARNING
Machine parts can fall
The machine is made up of heavy parts. These parts are liable to fall during dismantling.
This can result in death, serious injury, or material damage.
Secure the machine parts being dismantled to prevent them falling.
The motors must be disposed of in accordance with national and local regulations as part of
the standard recycling process or they can be returned to the manufacturer.
The encoder electronics must be properly disposed of electronic waste.
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