Datasheet

Product: RBC24
Schneider Electric Incorporated
132 Fairgrounds Road
West Kingston, RI 02892
Phone: [phone]
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SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point: Not Applicable
Autoignition temperature: Not Applicable
Flammable Limits: (Hydrogen Gas) 4.1% LEL, 74.2% UEL
Fire Fighting: Use Carbon Dioxide or Dry Chemical extinguishers. Fire fighter to wear
acid-resistant full protective clothing, including rubber footwear and self-
contained breathing apparatus. Water should not be used unless from a
safe distance due to vigorous and exothermic reaction which will result.
Explosion: Hydrogen and oxygen gases are produced during normal battery operation
and charging. These gases escape through the battery vents and may form
an explosive atmosphere around the battery if ventilation is poor. Avoid
open flame, sparks and other ignition sources in areas where batteries are
used or stored.
Special Information: Sulfuric acid is an oxidizer and can ignite combustibles upon contact.
Hazardous Combustion: Acid mists and vapors, toxic fumes from burning plastic
SECTION 6: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stable: Yes
Conditions to Avoid: Use only approved charging methods. Avoid overcharging. Avoid short-
circuiting. Avoid sparks and other ignition sources. Keep away from
oxidizing and reducing materials. Do not open, break or melt the casing.
Incompatible Materials: Heat, open flames, sparks, strong oxidizing or reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition: Can emit highly toxic fumes when heated. Combustion can produce carbon
dioxide and carbon monoxide. Will release an explosive hydrogen/oxygen
gas mixture. Oxides of lead, lead and/or lead compounds may be released.
Sulfuric acid may release sulfur dioxide and/or sulfur trioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Storage Temperature: Min: -20°F (-28°C) for fully charged batteries. 20°F (-6°C) for completely
discharged batteries.
Max: 80°F (26°C) for low shelf discharge but up to 100°F (38°C) is safe.
Shelf Life: Not determined.
Special Sensitivity: Avoid direct conductive connection across positive and negative terminals to
prevent short circuit.
Storage Precautions: Batteries should be kept in an upright position away from ignition sources.
Stack batteries so as to prevent accidental contact between terminal and/or
other damage to terminals or containers. Whenever feasible, store on
shipping pallet or rack. Do not stack loaded pallets or racks on top of other
batteries. Store batteries in cool, well-ventilated location. Avoid storage in
areas exposed to heat or solar buildup.