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ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL
The following toxic and corrosive materials
are in the batteries used in this battery pack:
lithium-ion, a toxic material.
WARNING:
All toxic materials must be
disposed of in a specified manner to prevent
contamination of the environment. Before
disposing of damaged or worn out
lithium-ion battery packs, contact your
local waste disposal agency, or the local
Environmental Protection Agency for
information and specific instructions.
WARNING:
If the battery pack cracks
or breaks, with or without leaks, do not
recharge it and do not use. Dispose of it and
replace with a new battery pack.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT!
To avoid injury and risk of fire, explosion, or
electric shock, and to avoid damage to the
environment:
■ Cover the battery terminals with heavy-duty
adhesive tape.
■ DO NOT attempt to remove or destroy any
of the battery pack components.
■ DO NOT attempt to open the battery pack.
■ If a leak develops, the released electrolytes
are corrosive and toxic. DO NOT get the
solution in the eyes or on skin, and do not
swallow it.
■ DO NOT place these batteries in your
regular household trash.
■ DO NOT incinerate.
■ DO NOT place batteries where they will
become part of any waste landfill or
municipal solid waste stream.
■ Take batteries to a certified recycling or
disposal center.
