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ENGLISH
Environmental Information
(India region only)
Disposal of your old appliance (as per e-waste Rules)
1. When this crossed out wheeled bin symbol is depicted on the product and its operator’s manual, it means the product is
covered by the e-waste Management and Handling Rules, 2011 and are meant to be recycled, dismantled, refurbished or
disposed o.
2. Dos
a. The product is required to be handed over only to the authorized recycler for disposal.
b. Keep the product in isolated area, after it becomes non-functional/un-repairable so as to prevent its accidental breakage.
Don’t
a. The product should not be opened by the user himself/herself, but only by authorized service personnel.
b. The product is not meant for re-sale to any unauthorized agencies/scrap dealer/kabariwalah.
c. The product is not meant for mixing into household waste stream.
d. Do not keep any replaced spare part(s) from the product in exposed area.
3. Any disposal through unauthorized agencies/person will attract action under Environment (Protection) Act 1986.
4. Hazards of improper handling or accidental breakage:
a. All picture tubes are hazardous due to concentration of lead, cadmium and zinc in it. The various chemicals and heavy metals contained in
picture tubes cause cancer, birth defects, hormone disruption, and damage body organs when they leak into the environment. All of this can, and
does, leach into the soil, ground water, air and our own bodies.
To prevent possible injury in case of breakage, wear heavy protective clothing, including gloves & safety goggles.
b. If batteries are disposed incorrectly, it can greatly harm the environment. The chemical by-products are hazardous. The metals and chemicals
found in batteries can mix into soil which may be hazardous to humans, plants and animals. If thrown in re, they can cause blast and release toxic
gases which may be harmful for health.
5. To locate a nearest collection centre or call for pick-up (limited area only) for disposal of this appliance, please contact Toll Free No. 1800-180-9999
for details. All collection centre and pick up facilities are done by third parties whith LG Electronics India Pvt. Ltd. merely as a facilitator. For more
detailed information, please visit : http://www.lge.com/in
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