Certifications 2

IV. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Under normal operating conditions, the internal material will not be hazardous to
your health. Only internally exposed material during production or case breakage
or extreme heat (fire) may be hazardous to your health.
Routes of Entry:
• Installation: Acid mist from formation process may cause respiratory
irritation.
• Skin Contact: Acid may cause irritation, burns and/or ulceration.
• Skin Absorption: Not a significant route of entry.
• Eye Contact: Acid may cause sever irritation, burns, cornea damage
and/or blindness.
• Ingestion: Acid may cause irritation of mouth, throat, esophagus and
stomach.
Sign and Symptoms of Over Exporsure:
Acute Effects: Over exposure to lead may lead to loss of appetite,
constipation, sleeplessness and fatigue. Over
exposure to acid may lead to skin irritation, corneal
damage of the eyes and upper respiratory system.
Chronic Effects: Lead and its components may cause damage to
kidneys and nervous system. Acid and its
components may cause lung damage and
pulmonary conditions.
Potential to Cause Cancer: The International Agency for Research on Cancer
has classified “strong inorganic acid mist containing
sulfuric acid” as a Category 1 carcinogen, a
substance that is carcinogenic to humans. This
classification does not apply to liquid forms of
sulfuric acid or sulfuric acid solutions contained
within a battery. Inorganic acid mist is not
generated under normal use of this product.
Misuse of the product, such as overcharging, may
however result in the generation of sulfuric acid
mist.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
• Inhalation: Remove from exposure and apply oxygen if breathing is
difficult.
• Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove any
contaminated clothing.
• Eyes: Flush with plenty of water immediately for at least 15
minutes. Consult a physician.
• Ingestion: Consult a physician immediately.