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Lithium Batteries
10/17/01
 2001 EVEREADY BATTERY COMPANY, INC.
SECTION III - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
In case of fire where lithium batteries are present, apply a smothering agent such as METL-X, sand, dry ground dolomite, or soda ash, or flood the area
with water. A smothering agent will extinguish burning lithium batteries. Water may not extinguish burning batteries but will cool the adjacent batteries
and control the spread of fire. Burning batteries will burn themselves out. Virtually all fires involving lithium batteries can be controlled with water.
When water is used, however, hydrogen gas may evolve. In a confined space, hydrogen gas can form an explosive mixture. In this situation, smothering
agents are recommended.
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Burning lithium-manganese dioxide batteries produce toxic and corrosive lithium hydroxide
fumes.
SECTION IV - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Under normal conditions of use, the battery is hermetically sealed.
Ingestion: Swallowing a battery can be harmful.
Contents of an open battery can cause serious chemical burns of mouth, esophagus, and gastrointestinal tract.
If battery or open battery is ingested, do not induce vomiting or give food or drink. Seek medical attention immediately. CALL NATIONAL
BATTERY INGESTION HOTLINE for advice and follow-up (202-625-3333) collect, day or night.
Inhalation: Contents of an open battery can cause respiratory irritation. Provide fresh air and seek medical attention.
Skin Absorption: Dimethoxyethane, dioxolane, and lithium trifluoromethanesulfonate may be absorbed through the skin, causing localized
inflammation.
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.
Note: Carbon black is listed as a possible carcinogen by International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).
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: Containment of this battery in a manner that obstructs or defeats the safety vent or electrical disconnect mechanisms
designed into this battery can result in fire and/or explosion and cause personal injury and device damage. This battery is not designed to be potted,
enclosed in hermetic overpackaging, or sealed by any means that prevents free operation of the designed safety mechanisms.
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: