Certifications 2

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)
Lead acid battery
Date of preparation: 09.07.2020
Version: 1.0/ENG
Revision date: -
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5. Fire fighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media:
In case of fire use foam, carbon dioxide or dry agent (S43).
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
No data
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Auto-ignition point (Hydrogen) 580º C at 760 mm Hg.
Wear positive-pressure breathing apparatus.
Flash point Hydrogen 259º C.
Flammable Limits in air, Lower 4.1%.
% by 3/4 vol. (Hydrogen).
Fire/explosion
Hydrogen and oxygen gases are produced in the cells during normal battery operation
(hydrogen is flammable and oxygen supports combustion).
5.3. Advice for fire fighters
Wear tightly fitting safety goggles (EN 166), resistant protective clothing acids (EN 368/9) and
use respiratory protection.
6. Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protection measures. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothes.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Do not discharge into drains, groundwater and surface waters.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Spill the released mixture using absorbent materials (e.g. sand). Neutralize with sodium
carbonate (soda). Collect the sorbent with the mixture and place it in a suitable waste container
and then hand over to entities dealing with waste management.Proceed in accordance with the
waste management regulations.