BUCHI SpeedDigester K-436 - Manual (Page 50)

9 Shutdown, storage, transport and disposal
50 K-425 / K-436 Operation Manual, Version A
9 .2 Disposal
For instrument disposal in an environmentally friendly manner, a list of materials is given in
chapter 3.3.
This helps to ensure that the components can be separated and recycled correctly by a
specialist for disposal.
For disposal of liquids and consumables such as catalyst or acid, see data sheets of these chemicals!
You have to follow valid regional and local laws concerning disposal. For help, please contact your
local authorities!
Note
When returning the instrument to the manufacturer for repair work, please copy and complete the
health and safety clearance form on the following page and enclose it with the instrument.
9 .2 .1 Thermostat(s)
The thermostat(s) filler gauge contains an alloy of Potassium and Sodium (NaK). Both materials are
pyrophorous at contact with water and can form explosives under certain circumstances. The alloy
is also toxic and thus harmful to life forms (see hazardous material classification entry in material list,
section 3.3)!
The thermostat(s) must be properly disposed of as hazardous waste as a whole!
! WARNING
Risk of death or serious injuries and toxication by highly reactive alkali metals.
Do not damage the thermostat •
Do not expose the thermostat to water •
Dispose off the undamaged thermostat safely •