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EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Under normal conditions of use, no exposure(s) should occur. The Emergency and First Aid Procedures are only
applicable where there has been an exposure to electrolyte which has leaked from a damaged battery
Eyes:
Flush with plenty of water. Contact a physician if symptoms occur.
Skin:
Wash with soap and water. Contact a physician if symptoms occur.
Inhalation:
Move victim to fresh air. Contact a physician if symptoms persist.
Ingestion:
Contact a physician immediately.
Other:
Referral to a physician is recommended if there is any question about the seriousness of the
injury/exposure.
CONTROL MEASURES AND PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Ventilation:
General (natural or mechanically induced fresh air movements).
Eye Protection:
Not required for handling the battery pack; however, safety glasses with side shields
recommended while using most powered hand tools.
Skin Protection:
Not required
Respiratory Protection:
Not normally required. However, in some instances, dusts generated while drilling/sawing may
necessitate the use of respiratory protection.
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Handling and Storing
Precautions:
Store in a cool dry place less than 95º F. Exposure to excessive heat and humidity and storage
above 100º F will shorten the shelf life of this product. Keep out of reach of children. For
industrial use only.
Spill Procedures:
If the battery integrity is destroyed by accident, (for example crushing) and the contents are
released, do not touch spilled material. Take up with sand or other absorbent and place in
container for disposal. Contact with battery contents may cause skin irritation and/or corrosive
eye damage. If skin contact occurs, wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water. Get
medical attention if irritation develops. If eye contact occurs, flush thoroughly with running water
for at least 15 minutes, while holding eyelids open. Get prompt medical attention.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard Communication:
This product is regarded as an “Article” by OSHA definition.
HMIS Codes:
Health 0, Flammability 0, Reactivity 0, PPE A
DOT Shipping Name:
Not regulated, but require the following label for ground shipment, “Lithium Batteries Forbidden
for Transport Aboard Aircraft & Vessels.”
IATA Shipping Name:
Lithium Battery, 9, UN3480, PGII
TSCA Inventory Status:
Chemical components listed on TSCA inventory.
SARA Title III, Section 313:
This product is considered to be an "Article", therefore, it is not subject to reporting under Section
313 of SARA Title III (40 CFR Part 372).
EPA Waste Code(s):
N/A
Waste Disposal Methods:
Batteries may be returned to Hilti by contacting the local salesperson, returning it to the local Hilti
Center, or calling the toll free number (1-800-879-8000) where a Customer Service
Representative will provide return instructions. DO NOT DISPOSE IN THE TRASH
. Place tape
over any exposed terminals to prevent inadvertent short-circuit during transportation.
CONTACTS
Customer Service:
1 800 879 8000
Technical Service:
1 800 879 8000
Health / Safety:
1 800 879 6000 Jerry Metcalf (x1003704)
Emergency # (Chem-Trec):
1 800 424 9300 (USA, PR, Virgin Islands, Canada); 001 703 527 3887 (other countries)
The information and recommendations contained herein are based upon data believed to be correct; however, no guarantee or
warranty of any kind expressed or implied is made with respect to the information provided.