Hypertherm HPR Auto Gas Meter Recycling Instructions
- June 9, 2024
- Hypertherm
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HPR Auto Gas Meter
Recycling instructions
Introduction and purpose
The HPR Auto Gas Meter consists of recyclable and reusable parts. Use these
instructions to disassemble the HPR Auto Gas Meter for recycling and reuse.
Before you begin, designate bins for the following three recycling categories:
- plastics
- mixed metal
- E-waste
You can salvage items like the fan shroud, air filter, power switch, heat sink, capacitors, power cord, transformer, inductors, and resistors for resell to an online market if they are in working condition. This document suggests where you can resell and reuse these salvageable items. Generally, the repurpose price is more than the value in scrap. Because scrap prices fluctuate almost daily, there is an incentive to recycle and repurpose rather than dispose of these components in landfills.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL
Disconnect electric power before doing installation or maintenance. You can
get a serious electric shock if electric power is not disconnected. Electric
shock can seriously injure or kill you.
All work that requires removal of the plasma power supply outer cover or
panels must be done by a qualified technician.
Refer to the Safety and Compliance Manual (80669C) for more safety
information.
Tools needed
The HPR Auto Gas Meter disassembly can be accomplished with basic hand and
power tools that are readily available worldwide.
Individual tools and sizes needed
- TORX® driver – T20
- Screwdriver – Philips® head
- Socket size – 5/16 inch, 7/16 inch, 1/4 inch
- Tin scissors (optional)
- Wire cutters
Example scrap values for U.S. markets, 2021
Disclaimer
Most of the components in the HPR Auto Gas Meter system can be recycled at your local recycling facility, but the average price per pound or ton for these components varies based on geographic location. International customers should note that categories for recyclables are country-specfic and may be different than the ones listed below. All prices are listed in U.S. dollars and represent the average national scrap values at a specific moment in time.
Total value
- Total weight of unit = 24.75 pounds
| End market category | National average scrap value (U.S.) |
|---|---|
| ($ per pound) | ($ per ton) |
| Aluminum | $0.50 – $0.88 |
| Plastic | $0.10 – $0.58 |
| PCBs | $0.50 – $1.16 |
| Brass | $1.34 – $1.90 |
| Scrap copper | $2.77 – $3.34 |
| Power cords / Wires | $0.72 – $1.08 |
| Transformers | $0.24 – $0.48 |
| Mixed metal (ferrous) |
HPR Auto Gas Meter systems
Step 1
Unplug the system from the power outlet and wait five minutes to allow all the
stored energy to discharge before proceeding to Step 2.
Step 2
Remove the bolts using the T20 TORX driver. Pull to remove all the wires.
Discard the bolts and wires into the mixed metal recycling stream.
Step 3
Loosen the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Pull on the cables to remove
them from their connectors.
Step 4
Remove the screws using a Phillips screwdriver and cut all cable ties.
Discard the screws into the mixed metal recycling stream. Discard the cable
ties into the plastic recycling stream.
Step 5
Remove the screws and nuts with a Phillips screwdriver and the ¼ inch socket.
Discard the screws and nuts into the mixed metal recycling stream.
Step 6
Remove the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. Pull to disconnect the wires.
Discard the screws and wires into the mixed metal recycling stream.
Discard the PCB into the E-waste recycling stream.
Step 7
Remove the nuts using the ¼ inch, 5/16 inch, and 7/16 inch sockets.
Discard the nuts into the mixed metal recycling stream.
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