APPENDIX
PROTOCOL FOR A PRODUCT DISASSEMBLY TEST
(a) Terms and definitions
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Target parts and components: Parts and/or components that are targeted for the extraction process. |
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Disassembly step: An operation that finishes with the removal of a component or part and/or with a change of tool. |
(b) Operating conditions for the test
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Personnel: The test shall be carried out by one person. |
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Test sample: The sample product to be used for the test shall be undamaged. |
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Tools for extraction: The extraction operations shall be performed using manual or power-driven standard commercially available tools (i.e. pliers, screw-drivers, cutters and hammers as defined by ISO 5742, ISO 1174, ISO 15601). |
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Extraction sequence: The extraction sequence shall be documented and, where the test is to be carried out by a third party, this information provided to those carrying out the extraction. |
(c) Documentation and recording of the test conditions and steps
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Documentation of steps: The individual steps in the extraction sequence shall be documented and the tools associated with each step shall be specified. |
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Recording media: Photos shall be taken and a video recorded of the extraction of the components. The video and photos shall enable clear identification of the steps in the extraction sequence. |