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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Combustion
Products
decomposition products. Damaged batteries can result in rapid heating
and the release of flammable vapors.
Extinguishing
Media
Dry chemical type extinguishers are the most effective means to
extinguish a battery fire. A CO
2
extinguisher will also work effectively.
Fire Fighting
Procedures
Use a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus if batteries are
involved in a fire. Full protective clothing is necessary. During water
application, caution is advised as burning pieces of flammable particles
may be ejected from the fire.
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
The material contained within the battery would only be released under abusive conditions. In
the event of battery rupture and leakage, collect all the released materials that are not hot or
burning in an appropriate waste disposal container while wearing proper protective clothing and
ventilate the area. Placed in approved container and disposed according to the local regulations.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Handling
1. Batteries are designed to be recharged. However, improperly charging
a battery may cause the battery to flame. When charging the battery,
use dedicated chargers and follow the specified conditions.
2. Never disassemble or modify a battery.
3. Do not immerse, throw, and wet a battery in water.
4. Should a battery unintentionally be crushed, thus releasing its
contents, rubber gloves must be used to handle all battery
components. Avoid the inhalation of any vapors that may be emitted.
5. Short circuit causes heating. In addition, short circuit reduces the life
of the battery and can lead to ignition of surrounding materials.
Physical contact with to short-circuited battery can cause skin burn.
6. Avoid reversing the battery polarity, which can cause the battery to
be damaged or flame.
7. In the event of skin or eye exposure to the electrolyte, refer to Section
4, First Aid Measures.
Storage
1. Batteries should be separated from other materials and stored in a
noncombustible, well ventilated, sprinkler-protected structure with
sufficient clearance between walls and battery stacks. Do not place
batteries near heating equipment, nor expose to direct sunlight for
long periods.
2. Do not store batteries above 35℃ or below –20℃. Store batteries in a
cool (about 20±5℃) in a long time, dry and ventilated area that is
subject to little temperature change. Elevated temperatures can result
in reduced battery cycle life. Battery exposure to temperatures in
excess of 60
℃ will result in the battery venting flammable liquid and
gases.