Any disposal of the product performed in a different way from that described above will be
liable to the penalties provided for by the national regulations in force in the country where
the product is disposed of.
Further measures for environmental protection are recommended: recycling of the internal
and external packaging of the product and proper disposal of used batteries (only if con-
tained in the product).
Your help is crucial in reducing the amount of natural resources used for manufacturing
electrical and electronic equipment, minimise the use of landfills for product disposal and
improve the quality of life, preventing potentially hazardous substances from being released
in the environment.
10.
INFORMATION AND WARNINGS
REGARDING OIL
Used oil disposal
Do not dispose of used oil into sewage mains, storm drains, rivers or streams collect it and
consign it to an authorised disposal company.
Oil spreading or leakage
Contain the spilt product from spreading using soil, sand or any other absorbent material.
Degrease the contaminated area with solvents, ventilating adequately to eliminate fumes.
The residual cleaning material must be disposed of as prescribed by law.
Precautions when using oil
- Avoid contact with skin.
- Avoid formation and spreading of oil mists into the atmosphere.
- Adopt the following simple sanitary precautions:
• protect against oil splashes (appropriate clothing, protective guards on machines);
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• wash frequently with soap and water; do not use cleaners or solvents that can irritate your
skin or remove its natural protective oil;
• do not dry hands with dirty or greasy rags;
• change clothing if impregnated with oil, and in any case at the end of each work shift;
• do not smoke or eat with greasy hands.
- Adopt the following preventive and protective measures as well:
• gloves resistant to mineral oils, with lining;
• goggles, in case of splashes;
• aprons resistant to mineral oils;
• screens to protect against oil splashes.
Mineral oil: First aid instructions
- Swallowing: seek medical attention immediately and provide all characteristics of the oil
type ingested.
- Inhalation: for exposure to high concentrations of fumes or oil mist, move the affected person
to the open air and seek medical attention immediately.
- Eyes: bathe with plenty of running water and seek medical attention immediately.
- Skin: wash with soap and water.
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