11 Disposal
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11 Disposal
11.1
Disposal of batteries
For customers in EU countries
The unit contains one or more batteries or rechargeable batteries (hereinafter referred to as "the
battery"). This battery is subject to the European Directive on (old) batteries (old) rechargeable batteries
and the respective national laws. The battery directive outlines the framework for an EU-wide treatment
of batteries.
The battery is marked with the following symbol of a crossed-out garbage bin. Below this
symbol, there is also the name of the pollutants contained i.e. "Pb" for lead, "Cd" for
cadmium, and "Hg" for mercury.
Batteries may not be disposed of with normal household waste. As end-user, you may
only dispose of used batteries via the manufacturer or specially equipped collection
facilities (statutory obligation to return); the delivery is free. Retailers and manufacturers are obliged to
take back these batteries and properly recycle them or dispose of them of as hazardous waste (legal
obligation). Of course, after use, batteries purchased from us may also be returned free of charge. If you
do not personally return the batteries to one of our offices, please ensure adequate postage. Please also
note any information in the sales contract or in the terms and conditions of purchase.
Proper disposal of the battery prevents negative effects on individuals and the environment, follows the
specific treatment of pollutants, and ensures the recycling of useful raw materials.
For customers in other countries
The unit contains one or more batteries or rechargeable batteries (hereinafter referred to as "the
battery"). Proper disposal of the battery prevents negative effects on individuals and the environment,
follows the specific treatment of pollutants, and ensures the recycling of useful raw materials. We
recommend that you do not dispose of the battery in normal household waste but rather in a separate
environmentally friendly collection facility. National laws may also have provisions for the separate
disposal of batteries. Please ensure that you safely dispose of your battery safely in accordance with
the applicable laws of your country.
