Certifications 2

No.11
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5.
Fire Fighting Measures
If fire or explosion occurs when batteries are on charge, shut off power to charger.
In case of fire where nickel metal hydride 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 nickel metal hydride batteries. Water may not extinguish burning batteries but will cool the adjacent
batteries and control the spread of fire. Burning batteries will not burn themselves out. Virtually all fires involving
nickel metal hydride 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 nickel metal hydride batteries can
produce toxic fumes including oxides of nickel, cobalt, aluminum, lanthanum, cerium and neodymium
6.
Accidental Release Measures
Remove personnel from area until fumes dissipate. Do not breathe vapours or touch liquid with bare hands.
Provide sufficient room ventilation if required.
If the skin has come into contact with the electrolyte, it should be washed thoroughly with water.
Use neoprene or natural rubber gloves and protective glasses, if handling an open or leaking battery.
Battery materials should be collected in a leak-proof container and disposed of as Special Waste
in accordance with local regulations.
7.
Precautions for safe Handling and Use
Storage: Store in a cool (preferable below 25°C), well ventilated area, away from
moisture, sources of heat, and open flames.
Elevated temperatures can result in shortened battery life. Temperatures above
70°C may result in battery leakage and rupture.
Keep adequate clearance between walls and batteries.
Since short circuit can cause burn, leakage and rupture hazard,
keep batteries in original packaging until use and do not jumble them.
Handling: Do not crush, pierce, short (+) and (-) battery terminals with conductive (i.e. metal)
goods, which would end up into excessive heating.
Do not directly heat or solder. Do not throw into fire.
Do not mix batteries of different types and brands. Do not mix new and used
batteries. Keep batteries in non conductive (i.e. plastic) trays.
Do not disassemble, mutilate or mechanically abuse cells and batteries.
In order to prevent seal or safety vent damage, never solder the batteries directly
at the battery terminals.
Charging: This battery is made to be charged many times. Use only specified charger.
Follow manufacturer data in respect of charge current and charge time.
Note correct polarity. Improper charging can cause heat damage or even high
pressure rupture.
Disposal: Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations.
8.
Special Protection Information
Ventilation Requirements: Not necessary under normal conditions. Room ventilation may be required in
areas where there are open or leaking batteries.
Respiratory Not necessary under normal conditions. Avoid exposure to electrolyte fumes from
Protection:
open or leaking battery. In all fire situations use self-contained breathing apparatus
Eye Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions. Wear safety glasses with side shields
if handling an open or leaking battery.
Hand Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions. Use neoprene or natural rubber gloves
if handling an open or leaking battery
Ansmann NiMH Batteries
Material - Safety - Data Sheet (MSDS)
for
single cells and multi-cell battery packs