Certifications 2

Valve Regulated Lead-Acid Battery Revision Date:02.02.2021
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5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
CAUTION: Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating
gases and vapors.
Uniform Fire Code
Hazardous Combustion Products
Carbon oxides
Corrosive: Acid-Liquid
Toxic: Liquid
Explosion Data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact
Sensitivity to Static Discharge
No
No
Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and
full protective gear.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal Precautions
Other Information
Environmental Precautions
Environmental Precautions
Attention! Corrosive material. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required.
Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep people away from and upwind of
spill/leak. Avoid generation of dust.
Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 7 and 8.
Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 7 and 8. Prevent further
leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Should not be released into the
environment. Do not allow to enter into soil/subsoil. Prevent product from
entering drains.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for Containment
Methods for cleaning up
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Pick up and transfer to properly labeled containers.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Handling
In case of rupture: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and
safety practice. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. In case of
insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Use only with
adequate ventilation and in closed systems. Do not eat, drink or smoke when
using this product. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage
Incompatible Products
Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Protect
from moisture. Store locked up. Keep out of the reach of children. Store away
from other materials.
Acids. Bases. Oxidizing agent.