Rockwell Automation 7763 Medium Voltage OneGear SMC Flex Motor Controller (10-15 kV) - Manual (Page 119)

Rockwell Automation Publication 7760-UM001D-EN-P - October 2014 119
Maintenance Chapter 9
Capacitor Dielectric Fluid
The fluids used in the snubber capacitors are generally considered very safe and
are fully sealed within the capacitor housings. Shipping and handling of this fluid
are typically not restricted by environmental regulations. In the unlikely event
that capacitor fluid leaks out, avoid ingestion or contact with skin or eyes as slight
irritation could result. Rubber gloves are recommended for handling.
To clean up, soak into an absorbent material and discard into an emergency
container. Do not dispose into any drain or into the environment in general or
into general landfill refuse. Dispose of according to local regulations. If disposing
of an entire capacitor, the same disposal precautions should be taken.
Printed Circuit Boards
Printed circuit boards may contain a very small amount of lead in components
and materials. Shipping and handling of these boards are typically not restricted
by environmental regulations, however, lead is considered a hazardous substance.
Circuit boards must be disposed of according to local regulations and must not
be disposed of with general landfill refuse.
In Case Of Fire
This product is highly protected against arcing faults and therefore it is very
unlikely it would be the cause of a fire. In addition, the materials used are self-
extinguishing (i.e., they will not burn without a sustained external flame). If,
however, the product is subjected to a sustained fire from some other source,
some of the polymer materials will produce toxic gases. As with any fire,
individuals involved in extinguishing the fire or anyone in close proximity should
wear a self-contained breathing apparatus to protect against any inhalation of
toxic gases.
Disposal
When disposing of the product, it should be disassembled and separated into
groups of recyclable material as much as possible (i.e., steel, copper, plastic, wire,
etc.). These materials should then be sent to local recycling facilities. In addition,
all disposal precautions mentioned above must also be taken for those particular
materials.