3WJ Air Circuit breakers
Operating Instructions, 12/2022, L1V30828903001-01
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Disposal
End of maximum life
When the maximum service life with maintenance is reached, the operator must ensure that
the circuit breaker and replaced parts are disposed of properly in accordance with the
applicable laws and regulations.
Disposal of low-voltage circuit breakers
Siemens low-voltage circuit breakers are environmentally sustainable products consisting
largely of recyclable materials.
For the purposes of disposal, we recommend dismantling/separation into the following
material fractions:
• Metals:
For forwarding to the recycling facility as mixed scrap
• Plastics:
Disposal as commercial waste for thermal recycling
• Electronics, insulated cables, motors:
Recycling by electrical scrap company
Due to the long service life of the Siemens low-voltage circuit breakers, it may be the case
that the instructions for disposal are no longer up to date at the time of decommissioning or
that other disposal methods are prescribed by national regulations.
The local customer service centers are available at all times to answer questions with respect
to disposal.
Disposal of waste electronic equipment
Waste electronic equipment must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, e.g.
household waste. When disposing of waste electronic equipment, the current local
national/international regulations must be observed.