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7. Batteries

Lithium Ion Batteries

Batteries can be air shipped only if all of the following conditions are met:

 Box used meets the 1.2 m drop test box (“UN” rated box) for packaging

 Maximum weight of each package does not exceed 10 kg (22 lbs)

 Battery pack terminals are protected to prevent a short circuit

 Outer package is labeled with the current required label. An example is shown

in the previous figure (“Example Battery Shipping Label” on page 69).

7.1.4 Storage

Proper storage and maintenance of Lithium Ion batteries is essential to maximize

their useful life and avoid catastrophic failure. Observe the following storage

precautions:

Figure 7–1 Example Battery Shipping Label

WARNING

The information contained in this document is intended to provide

general awareness of battery regulations; it is not comprehensive, and

the requirements referenced herein may have changed. Nothing in this

chapter or the Deployment Guide constitutes legal advice or is intended

to address any specific legal, compliance, or regulatory issues that may

arise in particular circumstances. This chapter and the Deployment

Guide are not intended to replace current, official regulations regarding

the packaging and shipment of hazardous materials or independent

legal counsel on these issues. You are solely responsible for compliance

with all applicable laws, regulations, and other requirements. Please

refer to an official copy of the current version of these documents for

the latest information.