13. WASTE MANGEMENT
Old appliances should not simply be disposed of with normal household waste, but should be
delivered to a collection and recycling centre for electric and electronic waste.
Materials used inside the appliance are recyclable and are labelled with information concerning
this. By recycling materials or other parts from used devices you make a significant contribution to
the protection of our environment.
WARNING !
During unpacking, the packaging materials (polythene bags,
polystyrene pieces, etc.) should be kept away from children.
The packaging is recyclable. The recommended modus operandi is:
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Dispose of any paper and cardboard into the corresponding containers.
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Dispose of any plastics into the corresponding containers.
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If such a suitable container is not available in your residential area, you can dispose of
these materials with your domestic waste; but it would be best to take it to a corresponding
facility for waste recycling.
Materials with this symbol on are recyclable.
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>PE< = Polyethylene
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>PS< = Styrofoam
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>PP< = Polypropylene
This Materials can be recycled when you depose them of in a suitable collecting container of your
local facilities.
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Do not dispose of the appliance with your domestic waste.
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Waste separation is essential so that the single components of the appliance can be
recycled according to their appropriate use.
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Do not dispose of electric appliances as unsorted domestic waste. Use the local or
municipal facilities for waste separation.
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If electric appliances are disposed of at landfills, substances which are dangerous to one's
health can get into the ground water. Such substances will become part of the food chain
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