manufacture of all products requires the consumption of energy. By extending the life
of the tape library, energy is conserved.
In accordance with environmental directives that are being implemented in many
countries (refer to the European Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment - WEEE) Qualstar provides customers with “End of Life Instructions” that
identify the process for recycling the materials and components that make up a
Qualstar tape library.
5.4.1
End of Life Instructions
Tools required
•
P1 and P2 Phillips head screwdrivers
•
T20 Torx head screwdriver
•
Hex head (Allen) wrench/driver set
•
1/4-inch hex nut driver
Disassembly procedure
1.
Remove magazine.
2.
Remove center panel.
3.
Remove rear panels and PCBA’s.
4.
Remove internal subassemblies.
Items recyclable using conventional methods
•
Aluminum: Robotics, exterior panels, some frames
•
Stainless steel: Robot guide shafts, lead screws, bearings
•
Steel: Magazine structure, some frames, fasteners
•
Plastic: Window, cartridge magazines, tape cassettes, exterior front
•
Copper: Internal wiring, motors
•
Paper: Documents
Items that may have salvage or resale value
•
Tape drives
•
EMI line power filter
5.5
Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
Qualstar is committed to the implementation of RoHS (Restriction of the use of
certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment) in accordance
with the European Directive.
5-2
Agency Compliance
511002
Rev
07-01-19
