Recycling/discarding
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Recycling/discarding
Discarding the battery
When the working life of the battery in the truck is at an end
(change to a new battery) or if the entire truck is to be scrapped
special regard to environmental risks shall be taken when dis-
posing/recycling batteries.
Spent batteries shall be returned /sent to the manufacturer of the
battery or its representatives (see the sign on the battery) for dis-
posal/recycling. You can also return batteries to your local
Lift-Rite-representative who will then take care of returning the
battery to the manufacturer.
Scrapping the truck
The truck consists of parts that contain recyclable metals and
plastics. Below is a list of those materials used in the truck’s sub-
systems.
Chassis
Frame
Steel
Bushings
Brass
Grease nipples
Aluminium
Wheels
Polyurethane, nylon, steel
Finish
Epoxy-polyester
Hydraulic system
Frame/Pressure plate
Steel
Drive unit
Aluminium, steel, polyurethane, copper
Tow bar
Steel and nylon
Finish
Epoxy-polyester
Bushings
Brass
Hydraulic oil/ gear oil
Disposal acc. to local directives
Top nut
Aluminium
Assembly parts
Steel, aluminium, brass, rubber/poly-
urethane, nylon
Electrical system
Cables
Copper cores with PVC sheaths
Electronic board
Reinforced glass fibre circuit board lam-
inate
Motor
Steel and copper
