Certifications 2
No.15
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Hazardous combustion
Thermal degradation may produce hazardous fumes of zinc and manganese,
products:
hydrogen gas, caustic vapors of potassium hydroxide and other toxic by-products.
6.
Accidental Release Measures
Notify safety personnel of large spills. Caustic potassium hydroxide may be released from leaking or
ruptured batteries. Clean-up personnel should wear appropriate protective clothing to avoid eye and skin
contact and inhalation of vapors or fumes. Increase ventilation. Carefully collect batteries and place in an
appropriate container for disposal.
7.
Precautions for safe Handling and Use
Storage:
Store batteries in a dry place at normal room temperature.
Do not refrigerate – this will not make them last longer.
Elevated temperatures can result in shortened battery life. Temperautes above
100°C may result in battery leakage and rupture.
Mechanical
Containment:
If potting or sealing the battery in an airtight or watertight container is required,
consult Ansmann AG representative for precautionary suggestions. Do not
obstruct safety release vents on batteries. Encapsulation of batteries will not
allow cell venting and can cause high pressure rupture.
Handling:
Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse. DO NOT short circuit or install incorrectly.
Batteries may explode, pyrolize or vent if disassembled, crushed, recharged
or exposed to high temperatures. Install batteries in accordance with equipment
instructions. Do not mix battery systems, such as alkaline and zinc carbon, in
the same equipment. Replace all batteries in equipment at the same time.
Do not carry batteries loose in a pocket or bag. Do not remove the battery label.
Charging:
Do not charge this batteries!
This battery type is manufactured in a
ready-to-use-state. It is not designed for recharging.
Recharging can cause battery leakage, or in some cases, can cause the safety release vent to open.
Inadvertent charging can occur if a battery is installed backwards.
Disposal:
Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.
8.
Special Protection Information
Ventilation Requirements:
Not necessary under normal conditions. Room ventilation may be required in
areas where there are open or leaking batteries.
Respiratory Protection:
Not necessary under normal conditions. Avoid exposure to electrolyte fumes from
open or leaking battery.
In all fire situations, use self-contained breathing
apparatus
Eye Protection:
Not necessary under normal conditions. Wear safety glasses with side shields
if handling an open or leaking battery.
Hand Protection:
Not necessary under normal conditions. Use neoprene or natural rubber gloves
if handling an open or leaking battery
9.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: small round cylinders Odour: n/a
Vapour Density: n/a Vapour Pressure: n/a
Boiling Point: n/a VOC Content: n/a
Evaporation Rate: n/a Solubility in Water: n/a
Specific Gravity: not determined pH: not determined
Material - Safety - Data Sheet (MSDS)
for
Ansmann Alkaline (Manganese Dioxide) Batteries
single cells, multi-cell batteries and battery packs