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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Electrolyte may escape from damaged batteries. Avoid contact.
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Contact can cause skin irritation, burns and chemical burns.
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If liquid comes into contact with eyes, seek medical attention.
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Avoid inhaling any vapours formed or released – caustic.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
In the event of contact with released electrolyte or electrolyte vapours:
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Eye contact – fl ush eyes for at least 15 minutes with plenty of clean water without rubbing and
seek medical attention.
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Skin contact – wash aff ected areas of skin with plenty of water and soap; if irritation persists,
seek medical attention.
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Inhalation – provide fresh air or administer oxygen immediately and seek medical attention.
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Ingestion – if electrolyte has been ingested, seek medical attention immediately.
Information for physicians:
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Contains caustic alkaline electrolytes in cells with lithium oxide, nickel oxide and cobalt/lithium
manganese oxide cathodes – NO LITHIUM METAL OR LITHIUM ALLOYS.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
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In case of fi re – Keep clear of vapours and gases generated, take wind direction into
consideration. If possible without danger, remove batteries from the vicinity of the fi re. In
principle, cooling or extinguishing with water is possible, but should only be done by trained
personnel with suffi ciently large quantities of water.
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If the hazard situation is unclear, extinguish only with ABC powder extinguishers (Class D
extinguishers for fi res involving metals are especially suitable).
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Fire fi ghters should only approach the fi re wearing protective clothing and self-contained
breathing apparatus.
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Once the fi re has been extinguished, as a rule, the area should be monitored (fi re watch) and
cleaned up by trained and appropriately equipped personnel; fi re residue should be contained
and disposed of properly.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE
Disposal – Wear protective gear, wipe up with absorbent textile and dispose of as hazardous
waste at collection points for hazardous waste according to national regulations.
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7. EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection:
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In case of battery venting, providing as much ventilation as possible. Avoid confi ned areas
with venting batteries.
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Respiratory Protection is not necessary under conditions of normal use.
Ventilation:
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Not necessary under conditions of normal use.
Protective Gloves:
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Not necessary under conditions of normal use.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment:
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Not necessary under conditions of normal use.
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Personal Protection is recommended for venting batteries: Respiratory Protection, Protective
Gloves, Protective Clothing and safety glass with side shields.
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