Batteries and rechargeable batteries, which
contain toxic substances, are identified as
such by this symbol and by chemical sym-
bols (Cd for cadmium, Hg for mercury, Pb for
lead).
Disposing of old appliances
(Applicable in the European Union
and other European states with
systems for the separation of
recyclable materials.) Old applian-
ces may not be disposed of in the household
waste!
Should the appliance no longer be capable
of being used at some point in time, then
every consumer is required by law to dispo-
se of old appliances separately from their
household garbage, e.g. at a collection point
in his/her community/district. This ensures
that old appliances are recycled in a profes-
sional manner and that negative consequen-
ces for the environment are prevented.
For this reason, electrical appliances are
marked with the symbol shown above.
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