Disposal - Carrera CRR ICE-21 Mode D'emploi

11. disPosaL

this symbol indicates that the product must be dis-
posed of in a separate waste collection point within
the european union. this applies to the product and
all accessories marked with this symbol. products
marked as such may not be discarded with normal
domestic waste, but must be taken to a collection
point for recycling electrical and electronic devices.
Packaging
if you want to dispose of the packaging, make sure
you comply with the environmental regulations
applicable in your country.
the nickel-metal hydride battery used for this device
may not be treated as household waste. the battery
must be disposed of properly. contact battery
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distributors or local waste disposal points for this.
removing the batteries
this device is operated with two rechargeable nickel-metal-
hydride batteries, which you must remove before disposing
of the device.
danGer!
You must be technically minded to remove the batter-
ies, otherwise there is the danger of injuring yourself!
if you do not have any experience with tools, you
should have the batteries removed by a person who is
qualified to do this.
ensure that the batteries are not damaged when you
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remove them. Fire hazard!
the removed batteries must not be disassembled.
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never short-circuit the batteries. the contacts on the
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removed batteries must not be connected by metallic
objects. the batteries may overheat and explode.
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WarninG! only remove the batteries to dispose of the
device. the device is destroyed by removing the batteries.
never try to operate a disassembled device.
1. disconnect the device from the mains.
2. switch on the device and let it run until the batteries are
empty.
note: even after discharging, the batteries have some
residual charge left in them. repeated switching on and
having the motor in running state will empty the batteries
completely.
3. use a screwdriver to remove the lift&wash switch.
4. now, use a screwdriver to remove the cover on the front
side.
5. You will now see four small screws. unlock them and lift
the inner part off by means of a screwdriver.
6. cut the contacts at the battery terminals and remove the
batteries.
7. under no circumstances reconnect the device to a power
source while it is opened.
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