Environmental Protection | Important Notes |
Returning Used Electrical and Electronic Devices in EU Countries
–Separate collection
Users of electrical and electronic devices are obligated to collect used devices separately. Electrical (electronic) used devices may not be disposed of together with unsorted household refuse. The separate collection is a condition for reuse, recycling and utilisation of used electrical (electronic) devices, which ensures the protection of resources.
–Return and collection systems
Electrical (electronic) used devices from private households can be returned free of charge. To return your used device, please use the
The return of used devices which pose a health or safety risk for human beings due to soiling during use may be refused.
–Reuse, recycling and utilisation
By actively using the offered return and collection systems, you make your contribution to the reuse, recycling and utilisation of electrical (electronic) devices.
–Effects on the environment and human health
Electrical (electronic) used devices contain parts which must be handled sel- ectively according to the EU directive. Separate collection and selective treatment are the basis for
–Meaning of the symbol "Crossed out rubbish bin on wheels"
Electrical (electronic) devices which are marked with one of the following symbols may not be disposed of with household refuse in accordance with the EU directive.
Figure 3: Symbols for electrical (electronic) devices
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