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Alkaline Batteries
08/12/04
©2004 Eveready Battery Company, Inc.
Inhalation: Contents of an open battery can cause respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air and seek medical
attention.
Skin Contact: Contents of an open battery can cause skin irritation and/or chemical burns. Remove contaminated
clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If a chemical burn occurs or if irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
Eye Contact: Contents of an open battery can cause severe irritation and chemical burns. Immediately flush eyes
thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower lids, until no evidence of the chemical
remains. Seek medical attention.
SECTION V - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Storage: Store in a cool, well ventilated area. Elevated temperatures can result in shortened battery life.
Mechanical Containment: If potting or sealing the battery in an airtight or watertight container is required,
consult your Eveready Battery Company representative for precautionary suggestions. Batteries normally evolve
hydrogen which, when combined with oxygen from the air, can produce a combustible or explosive mixture unless
vented. If such a mixture is present, short circuits, high temperature, or static sparks can cause an ignition.
Do not obstruct safety release vents on batteries. Encapsulation (potting) of batteries will not allow cell venting and
can cause high pressure rupture.
Handling: Accidental short circuit for a few seconds will not seriously affect the battery. Prolonged short circuit will
cause the battery to lose energy, and can cause the safety release vent to open. Sources of short circuits include
jumbled batteries in bulk containers, metal jewelry, metal covered tables or metal belts used for assembly of
batteries into devices.
If soldering or welding to the battery is required, consult your Eveready Battery Company representative for proper
precautions to prevent seal damage or short circuit.
Charging: This battery is manufactured in a charged state. It is not designed for recharging. Recharging can cause
battery leakage or, in some cases, high pressure rupture. Inadvertent charging can occur if a battery is installed
backwards.
Labeling: If the Eveready label or package warnings are not visible, it is important to provide a package and/or
device label stating:
WARNING: do not install backwards, charge, put in fire, or mix with other battery types. May explode or
leak causing injury. Replace all batteries at the same time.
Where accidental ingestion of small batteries is possible, the label should include:
Keep away from small children. If swallowed, promptly see doctor; have doctor phone [phone]
collect.
Disposal: Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations. Appropriate disposal
technologies include incineration and land filling.
SECTION VI - SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Ventilation Requirements: Not necessary under normal conditions.
Respiratory Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions.
Eye Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions. Wear safety glasses with side shields if handling an open
or leaking battery.
Gloves: Not necessary under normal conditions. Use neoprene or natural rubber gloves if handling an open or
leaking battery.