Material Safety Data Sheet

GB20 Safety Data Sheet
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Section 5 Firefighting measures.
Extinguishing media:
Specific hazards arising
from the chemical:
Hazardous combustion product:
Protective equipment and
precautions for firefighters:
Use foam, dry powder, or dry sand, CO2 as appropriate. CAUTION: Use of water spray
when fighting battery fire may be inefficient.
Under fire conditions, batteries may burst and release hazardous decomposition
products. This could result in the release of flammable or corrosive materials.
CO, CO2, metal oxides, irritating fumes.
Firefighters must wear fire resistant protective equipment and appropriate breathing
apparatus. Fire and toxic gas resistant clothing is recommended. Remove the container
to open space as soon as possible. Be upwind of the fire before extinguishing.
Personal precautions,
protective equipment, and
emergency procedures:
Methods for containment:
Waste disposal method:
If battery material is released, remove personnel from area until fumes dissipate. Provide
maximum ventilation to clear out hazardous gases. The preferred response is to leave the
area, dispose of the case after the batteries have cooled, and vapors have dissipated.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes and avoid inhalations of vapors.
Prevent further leakage or spillage if it is safe to do so.
Collect all released material in a plastic lined container. Dispose of according to local law
and rules (see Section 13). Dispose of in a timely manner as leached substances can be
absorbed into the earth, and subsequently the water.
Section 6 Accidental release measures.
Section 7 Handling and storage.
Precautions to be taken in
handling and storage:
Storage:
Always follow the warning information on the product user manual and in the manuals
of devices product will be used on. Only use on the recommended battery types. Keep
product away from children. Product should be protected against unauthorized use and
access. Do not handle with metalwork. Do not disassemble, crush, or burn product.
Ensure good ventilation when using.
Store product in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated area. Keep out of reach of children. It
is recommended to recharge the battery periodically, if product is subject to storage
for a long period of time (more than 3 months). Do not store or use product near fire or
heaters, avoid storage in direct sunlight. Do not store together with oxidizing and acidic
materials. Do not immerse in water.