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Zinc-Air Alkaline Batteries
October, 2010
©2010 Energizer
SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
In case of fire, it is permissible to use any class of extinguishing medium on these batteries or their packing material. Cool exterior of batteries if
exposed to fire to prevent rupture.
Fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
To cleanup leaking batteries:
Ventilation Requirements: Room ventilation may be required in areas where there are open or leaking batteries.
Eye Protection: Wear safety glasses with side shields if handling an open or leaking battery.
Gloves: Use neoprene or natural rubber gloves if handling an open or leaking battery.
Battery materials should be collected in a leak-proof container.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Storage: Store in a cool, well ventilated area. Elevated temperatures can result in shortened battery life.
Mechanical Containment: Zinc-air alkaline batteries require oxygen for operation. Do not seal the battery in an airtight or watertight
container. This could result in blockage of air access holes and premature battery failure. Batteries normally evolve hydrogen which, when
combined with oxygen from the air, can produce a combustible or explosive mixture unless vented. If such a mixture is present, short circuits,
high temperature, or static sparks can cause an ignition.
Do not obstruct safety release vents on batteries. Encapsulation (potting) of batteries will not allow cell venting and can cause high pressure
rupture.
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 Energizer Battery Manufacturing, Inc. 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 / Energizer Battery label or package warnings are not visible, it is important to provide a package and/or device
label stating:
WARNING: do not install backwards, charge, put in fire, or mix with other battery types. May explode or leak causing injury.
Replace all batteries at the same time.
Where accidental ingestion of small batteries is possible, the label should include:
Keep away from small children. If swallowed, promptly see doctor; have doctor phone [phone] collect.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Ventilation Requirements: Not necessary under normal conditions.
Respiratory Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions.
Eye Protection: Not necessary under normal conditions.
Gloves: Not necessary under normal conditions.