- 19 -
Li-ion
12. DISPOSAL
12.1 DISPOSAL
– At the end of the machine’s working life, or when it can no longer be repaired, ensure that it is
disposed of according to national regulations.
– Contact your local authority for details of collection schemes in your area.
In all circumstances:
● Do not dispose of power tools with domestic waste.
● Do not incinerate.
● Do not dispose of WEEE* as unsorted municipal waste.
* Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment.
12.2 BATTERY PACK DISPOSAL INFORMATION
Warning!
● Do not put battery pack in fire or mutilate – cells may burst or release toxic materials.
● Do not short circuit cells, may cause burns.
● The battery pack must be removed from the appliance before it is scrapped.
● The battery pack is to be disposed of safely.
● Do not mutilate batteries, corrosive electrolyte will be released.
● Do not dispose of batteries or cells in a charged condition.
Expired batteries must be recycled/disposed of in accordance with the appropriate regulation or
legislation. They should be returned to your local warranty agent/stockist.
