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Page 4 of 7 NiMH MSDS Created 14Aug2014
Charging:
This battery is made to be charged many times. Because it gradually loses its charge over a few months, it is
good practice to charge battery before use. Use recommended charger. Improper charging can cause heat
damage or even high pressure rupture. Observe proper charging polarity.
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Section 8, Exposure controls/personal protection
lists OSHA's Permissible Exposure Limits (PELs); Threshold Limit Values (TLVs); appropriate engineering
controls; personal protective equipment (PPE).
Occupational Exposure Limits: LTEP N.A.
STEP N.A.
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type) N.A.
Ventilation
Local Exhausts N.A.
Special N.A.
Mechanical (General) N.A.
Other N.A.
Protective Gloves N.A.
Eye Protection N.A.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment N.A.
Work / Hygienic Practices N.A.
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.
Open Battery Storage:
Battery should not be opened. Should a cell become disassembled, the electrode should be
stored in a fireproof cabinet, away from combustibles.
Keep batteries between -20 and 35 for prolong storage.
When the cells are closed to fully charged, the storage temperature should be between -20
and 30 and should be controlled at 10-20 during transportation and packed with efficient
air ventilation.
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Section 9, Physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Physical state: Solid
Form: Cylindrical
Color: Metallic color (without tube/label)