Battery - Safety Data Sheet

Report No.: 18270BC10173605 Page 6 of 9
Code: AB-BAT-66-b
cause the battery to flame. When charging the battery, use dedicated chargers and
follow the specified conditions.
2. Never disassemble or modify a battery.
3. Do not immerse, throw, and wet a battery in water.
4. Should a battery unintentionally be crushed, thus releasing its contents, rubber
gloves must be used to handle all battery components. Avoid the inhalation of any
vapors that may be emitted.
5. Short circuit causes heating. In addition, short circuit reduces the life of the battery
and can lead to ignition of surrounding materials. Physical contact with to
short-circuited battery can cause skin burn.
6. Avoid reversing the battery polarity, which can cause the battery to be damaged or
flame.
7. In the event of skin or eye exposure to the electrolyte, refer to Section 4, First Aid
Measures.
Storage:
1. Batteries should be separated from other materials and stored in a
noncombustible, well ventilated, sprinkler-protected structure with sufficient
clearance between walls and battery stacks. Do not place batteries near heating
equipment, nor expose to direct sunlight for long periods.
2. Do not store batteries above 35°C or below -20°C. Store batteries in a cool (about
20°C±5°C) in a long time, dry and ventilated area that is subject to little
temperature change. Elevated temperatures can result in reduced battery cycle
life. Battery exposure to temperatures in excess of 60°C will result in the battery
venting flammable liquid and gases.
3.
Keep batteries in original package until use and do not jumble them.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Keep away from heat and open flame.
Ventilation: Not necessary under conditions of normal use. In case of abuse, use
adequate mechanical ventilation (local exhaust) for the battery that vent gas or
fumes.
Respiratory Protection: Not necessary under conditions of normal use. If battery is
burning, leave the area immediately. During fire fighting fireman should use
self-contained breathing, full-face respiratory equipment. Fires may be fought but only
from safe fire fighting distance, evacuate all persons from the area of fire immediately.
Eye Protection: Not necessary under conditions of normal use. Use safety glasses with
side shields if handling a leaking or ruptured battery.