LITHIUM - ION BATTERY

If affected by content vapours, remove the patient from further exposure into fresh air, if safe to do so. Once removed, lay patient down in a well-ventilated area and reassure them whilst waiting for medical assistance. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration and seek immediate medical assistance. If unconscious, place in a recovery position and seek immediate medical assistance.

Symptoms: difficulty breathing

If skin or hair contact has occurred with the contents, remove any contaminated clothing and footwear, wash skin or hair thoroughly with soap and water.

Symptoms: Causes severe skin burns

If the contents come into contact with the eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush the eye immediately with large amounts of running water. Continue flushing for at least 15 minutes or until advised to stop by a Doctor. Check for contact lenses. If there are contact lenses, these should be removed after several minutes of rinsing by the exposed person or medical personnel if it can be done easily.

Symptoms: Causes severe eye damage

If the contents have been ingested, rinse mouth out with water. If swallowed, Do NOT induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain open airway and prevent aspiration.

Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical or water fog. If batteries are involved in a fire and the hazard situation is unclear, only extinguish with dry chemical extinguishers.

Do not use water or foam extinguishers on ruptured batteries. Confining or smothering the fire is recommended as reaction of the materials with water may produce flammable and explosive hydrogen gas as well as corrosive hydrogen fluoride gas. Hydrofluoric acid can cause severe chemical burns, is extremely reactive and is toxic by all routes of exposure.

Combustion and thermal degradation of the battery may produce hazardous fumes of lithium, cobalt and manganese, hydrofluoric acid, hydrogen and oxides of carbon as well as smoke and irritating vapours. Closed containers may explode, burst, rupture or vent when exposed to high temperatures.

Electrolyte leakage or battery container rupture is possible under the conditions experienced in a fire. Keep fire exposed surfaces, etc. cool with water spray.

If the battery housing is damaged, electrolyte can leak. Ventilate area to dissipate vapours and extinguish and/or remove all sources of ignition. Never enter a spill area unless you know the vapours have dissipated to make the area safe. Stop the leak if safe to do so. Avoid contact with the spilled material. In the event of a spill or accidental release, notify the relevant authorities in accordance with all applicable regulations. Do not allow batteries or electrolyte to enter drains, surface water, sewers or watercourses - inform local authorities if this occurs.

For small spills seal batteries in an airtight plastic bag, having added dry sand, chalk powder (CaCO3) or vermiculite. Traces of electrolyte can be soaked up with dry paper towels.

For large battery spill scenarios, or in confined spaces, a full chemically resistant body-suit with self-contained breathing apparatus is required. For an incident involving more than one or two modules, only trained personnel should deal with leaking battery incidents.

Do not allow batteries or electrolyte to enter drains, surface water, sewers or watercourses - inform local authorities if this occurs.

Soak up traces of electrolyte with dry paper towels; Thoroughly rinse with water.

Materials: dry paper towels

Under normal operating conditions where the battery remains intact, it is not hazardous. Do not open the battery. Do not crush, disassemble, drop or solder. Incorrect handling can lead to explosion or fire. Protect the battery from rain. Do not immerse in liquids or pressure wash. Effectively prevent a short circuit of the battery poles by using suitable insulation. (e.g.: taping the terminals with insulation tape). Do NOT use, charge or discharge damaged, defective or deformed batteries.

Lithium batteries are preferably stored at room temperature and in a dry location (for details, refer to the manufacturer's specifications concerning the storage temperature range); large temperature fluctuations are to be avoided. (For example, do not store in the vicinity of heating elements, do not expose to sunshine for long periods).

If substances leak out due to damage or improper handling, be sure to comply with the manufacturer's instructions. This particularly includes the use of personal safety equipment.

Incorrect handling can lead to explosion or fire. Effectively prevent a short circuit of the battery poles by using suitable insulation (e.g.: taping the terminals with insulation tape).

Not necessary under normal conditions

Wear nitrile, neoprene, PVC or natural rubber gloves when handling an open or leaking battery.

Not necessary under normal conditions.

Not necessary under normal conditions. In the event battery case ruptured inside an enclosed space, use a self-contained breathing apparatus.

Not necessary under normal conditions.

The product is stable when operated, handled and stored in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations.

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Incorrect handling can lead to explosion or fire. If the voltage limits are exceeded during discharge and charge, the battery may burst or even explode.

Do not open the battery. Do not crush, disassemble, drop or solder. Protect the battery from rain. Do not immerse in liquids or pressure wash. Effectively prevent a short circuit of the battery poles by using suitable insulation. Do NOT use, charge or discharge damaged, defective or deformed batteries. Comply with the voltage limits defined for the battery during discharge and charge.

Exposure to fire may cause emission of flammable and highly toxic gases.

Recycle or reuse where possible.

Lithium-Ion batteries are labelled with a crossed-out dust bin together with the ISO return/recycling symbol. The symbol reminds the end user that batteries are not permitted to be disposed of with household waste, but must be collected separately. Contact your state EPA or the manufacturer for additional information.