BYD HVL 12.0, Quick Start Manual

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BYD Energy LLC 2 Safety
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do read this section carefully and observe all safety information at all times.
2.2.1. Battery module leakage
If the battery modules leak electrolytes, contact with the leaking liquid or gas should be avoided. The
electrolyte is corrosive, and the contact may cause skin irritation and chemical burns. If one is
exposed to the leaked substance, do these actions:
Inhalation: Evacuate the contaminated area and seek medical help immediately.
Eye contact: Rinse eyes with flowing water for 15 minutes and seek medical help immediately.
Skin contact: Wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water and seek medical help
immediately.
Ingestion: Induce vomiting and seek medical help immediately.
2.2.2. Firefighting measures
The battery modules may catch fire when it is put into the fire. In case of a fire, please make sure that
an ABC or carbon dioxide extinguisher is nearby. Water cannot be used to extinguish the fire.
Full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus are required for the firefighters to
extinguish the fire.
2.2.3. Battery modules handling and storage guide
• The battery modules and its components should be protected from damage when transporting and
handling.
• The weight of the system may cause injury risk. Please take the weight of the system into account
while the system is transported and lifted carefully.
• Do not impact, pull, drag, or step on the battery modules.
• Do not insert unrelated objects into any part of the battery modules.
• Do not throw the battery module into a fire.
• Do not soak the battery modules in water or seawater.
• Do not expose to strong oxidizers.
• Do not short circuit the battery modules.
• The battery modules cannot be stored at high temperatures (more than 60 ℃).
• The battery modules cannot be stored directly under the sun.
• The battery modules cannot be stored in a high humidity environment.
• Use the battery modules only as directed.
• Do not use the battery modules if it is defective, or appears cracked, broken or otherwise damaged,
or fails to operate.
• Do not attempt to open, disassemble, repair, tamper with, or modify the battery modules. The
battery modules are not user-serviceable.
• Do not use cleaning solvents to clean the battery modules.
2.2.4. Warning of electric shock
It is a danger to life due to electric shock when live components or DC cables are touched.