Once the gantry has reached the end of its life cycle, the gantry will require decommissioning. This includes dismantling and disposal. Follow the guidelines below for detailed instructions on how to decommission correctly.

It is highly recommended that the gantry be cleaned before decommissioning to reduce the risk of crosscontamination. For cleaning instructions, refer to the user manual.

For details on hoist removal, refer to the hoist commissioning manual.

7 . 1 Dismantling

All serviceable components of the gantry should be dismantled prior to disposal. Refer to the service manual for detailed instructions on how to dismantle the gantry, which will be similar to the assembly instructions found in this manual.

7 . 2 Disposal

The following specifies the importance of correct disposal procedures including local laws and being environmentally friendly.

Please observe the local laws on recycling and respect the current laws for disposal within the community where the device is being used. If you are uncertain about the guidelines below, contact your local authorities to determine the proper method of disposal of potentially biohazardous parts and accessories.

The relevant components utilised in the manufacture of the device that can be recycled at the end of life are: