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11.3. Final decommissioning, disposal
Final decommissioning or disposal of the unit has to be performed in accordance with the regula-
tions of the country of use.
The unit was manufactured mainly from recyclable material. Make sure the components of the unit
end up at a qualified company for disposal and recycling.
Contact COMET for take back of end-of-life units (see "Contact information
”) or the official COMET
http://www.comet-xray.com/Service/Contact-Form
) or ask a company destined
for disposal and recycling.
11.4. Disposal of operating materials
The operating materials of the unit can be hazardous to the environment and to health.
Make sure the operating materials are disposed of or recycled according to local regu-
lations.
Also, the safety specifications of the coolant manufacturer must be obeyed.
11.5. Disposal of refrigerant
The refrigerant used in the unit is classified to be slightly dangerous to groundwater and contains
fluorinated greenhouse gas.
Do not release into canalization or waters.
Do not release into atmosphere.
Storage only in approved containers.
Waste disposal only by qualified contractors.
Always adhere to manufacturer safety requirements when handling operating supplies.
11.6. Return of the unit to COMET
NOTE
Declaration of decontamination
Before re-shipment of the unit a declaration of decontamination must be sent to COMET.
