Intended Use Of The Device; Environmental Compatibility - SICK WSU26-2 Instrucciones De Servicio

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Safety
2.3

Intended use of the device

The WSU/WEU Photoelectric Safety Switch may only be used as
specified in Section 2.2 Application Areas. The device may be
operated only in accordance with its technical specifications.
Any other use or modification – including during mounting and
installation – will invalidate any guarantee and any claim
against SICK AG.
2.4

Environmental compatibility

The WSU/WEU Photoelectric Safety Switch is designed to have
the lowest possible impact on the environment. It neither emits
nor contains any environmentally damaging substances, and
consumes minimal quantities of energy and resources.
Always consider the environment in everything you do at your
workplace. This also means complying with the following in-
structions concerning disposal.
Disposal
Unusable systems or systems beyond repair must be disposed
of in accordance with the regulations on refuse disposal cur-
rently valid in the respective country.
The aluminium housing must be recycled. If possible, remove
the plastic front panel.
All electronic components can be simply dismantled. They
should be disposed of as special waste. SICK AG will not ac-
cept back unusable systems or systems beyond repair.
When dismantling and disposing of components, provisions re-
lating to occupational safety, the environment and disposal
should be observed.
Operating Instructions
WSU/WEU 26/2