en Environmental protection147Environmental protectionEnv i r onment al pr ot ec t i onIf the ) symbol is shown on the specifications plate,bear in mind the following instructions:Environmentally-friendly disposalDispose of packaging in an environmentally-friendlymanner.The packaging of your appliance has beenmanufactured using only the materials which are strictlynecessary to guarantee efficient protection duringtransport. These materials are 100% recyclable, thusreducing the environmental impact. You can alsocontribute to caring for the environment by following theadvice below:■ Dispose of the packaging in the appropriaterecycling bin.■ Before you get rid of an old appliance, make sureyou disable it. Contact your local authority to find outthe address of your nearest recycling centre todispose of your appliance.■ Do not pour used oil down the sink. Collect it in asealed container and take it to an appropriatecollection point or, failing that, place it in the rubbishbin (it will end up in a controlled dump; this isprobably not the best option, but it will avoidcontaminating ground water).This appliance is labelled in accordance withEuropean Directive 2012/19/EU concerningused electrical and electronic appliances(waste electrical and electronic equipment -WEEE). The guideline determines theframework for the return and recycling of usedappliances as applicable throughout the EU.