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Safety information - based on 1907/2006/EG, Article 31
Information on the safe handling of lithium-ion batteries
Steinel GmbH D-33442 Herzebrock-Clarholz - Revision 5.1 / 01.07.2019
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5. Firefighting
Lithium-ion battery fires can generally be fought with water. No special extinguishing agents are
required. Fires in the vicinity of the battery packs can be fought with conventional extinguishing
agents. A battery pack fire cannot be considered separately from the surrounding fire.
The cooling effect of water prevents a fire from spreading to battery cells that have not yet reached
the critical temperature for ignition ("thermal runaway").
Reduce fire load by separating larger quantities and transporting them out of the danger area.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal protective equipment adapted to the situation must be used (suitable protective gloves,
protective clothing, face protection, respiratory protection).
If the battery case is damaged, electrolyte can escape. Battery packs must be placed airtight in a
non-flammable container filled with dry sand, powdered chalk (CaCO3) or vermiculite. In this way,
leaking chemicals are absorbed.
When storing damaged Li-ion batteries, it should be noted that a thermal reaction can still take
place days later. Therefore store in a safe place (e.g. in a metal box with a sand bed without
combustible materials in the area).
Traces of electrolyte can be soaked up with dry household paper. Avoid direct skin contact by
wearing suitable protective gloves. It should be rinsed with plenty of water.
7. Handling and Storage
handling
No special protective equipment is required for handling Li-ion batteries. The warnings on the
battery housing and the safety instructions in the operating instructions must be observed. Only use
the recommended original Li-ion batteries and chargers.
storage
Li-ion batteries should preferably be stored at room temperature and in a dry place. Large
temperature fluctuations outside the recommended temperature range of 0 - 30°C should be
avoided. Observe the information on storage and transport in the operating instructions.
Larger quantities of Li-ion batteries should be stored in consultation with local authorities, fire
brigades and insurers.