2.5
Recycling information
Introduction
This section contains information about the decommisioning of Amersham Typhoon
scanner.
Decontamination
The product must be decontaminated before decommissioning. All local regulations
must be followed with regard to scrapping of the equipment.
General instructions for disposal
When taking Amersham Typhoon scanner out of service, the different materials must
be separated and recycled according to national and local environmental regulations.
Specific instructions for disposal
Measure the superficial radio isotope pollution of the instrument and storage phosphor
screen as mentioned in the
Radiation hazard prevention, on page 17
.
If the pollution level exceeds the limit, dispose of the instrument as radioactive waste.
Otherwise, dispose of the materials according to applicable laws and regulations for
disposal of industrial waste.
Disposal of electrical
components
Waste of electrical and electronic equipment must not be disposed as unsorted municipal
waste and must be collected separately. Please contact an authorized representative
of the manufacturer for information concerning the decommissioning of the equipment.
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