1769-L20, 1769-L30 CompactLogix™ Controllers
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Publication 1769-IN047C-EN-P - April 2003
For disposal, batteries must be packaged and shipped in accordance with
transportation regulations, to a proper disposal site. The U.S. Department of
Transportation authorizes shipment of “Lithium batteries for disposal” by motor
vehicle only in regulation 173.1015 of CFR 49 (effective January 5, 1983). For
additional information contact:
U.S. Department of Transportation
Research and Special Programs Administration
400 Seventh Street, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20590
Although the Environmental Protection Agency at this time has no regulations
specific to lithium batteries, the material contained may be considered toxic,
reactive, or corrosive. The person disposing of the material is responsible for any
hazard created in doing so. State and local regulations may exist regarding the
disposal of these materials.
For a lithium battery material safety data sheet, contact the manufacturer:
Sanyo Energy Corporation
600 Supreme Drive
Bensenville, IL 60106
ATTENTION
!
Do not incinerate or dispose of lithium batteries in general
trash collection. Explosion or violent rupture is possible.
Batteries should be collected for disposal in a manner to
prevent against short circuiting, compacting, or destruction of
case integrity and hermetic seal.
