- Never use a replacement battery other than the original one.
- The unit must be disconnected from the power supply and turn to OFF when the battery is removed.
- To protect the lifetime of the battery, recharge the battery when the light intensity decreases.
- The battery must be disposed of safely in accordance with current regulations. The battery must be
removed from the device before it is disposed of.
- When disposing of batteries, isolate the (+) and (-) with an isolating adhesive or other type of non-
conductive adhesive. If thrown incorrectly, the batteries can short-circuit, heat, burst or catch fire.
- Do not short-circuit, recharge, puncture, incinerate, crush, dip, fully discharge or expose to temperatures
above the normal operating temperature range. Risk of fire or explosion. Do not smoke nearby or use an
open flame.
- Do not expose to temperatures above 100°C, do not incinerate, deform, degrade, crush, drill, disassemble,
refill, short-circuit, do not expose to humidity over an extended period.
- Under normal conditions of use, the electrode materials and the electrolyte contained therein are not
exposed to the outside, provided the integrity of the battery is preserved and the welds remain intact. Risk of
exposure only in case of abusive use (mechanical, thermal, electrical) causing the opening of the safety
vents and / or the rupture of the containers. This can lead to leakage of electrolyte, reaction of electrode
materials with moisture / water, explosion or inflammation, depending on the circumstances.
- If inhaled, do not expose, rest and keep warm. In severe cases, ask for medical advice. In case of contact
with skin, rinse thoroughly with water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash. In severe cases, ask for
medical advice. In case of contact with eyes, irrigate thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Ask for
medical advice. If swallowed, wash the mouth thoroughly with water and give plenty of water to drink. Ask for
medical advice. Subsequent treatment, all cases of eye contamination, persistent skin irritation and victims
swallowing substances or affected by inhalation of vapors should seek medical advice.
- CO2 extinguishers or abundant amounts of water or water-based foam can be used to cool the batteries.
Do not spill sand, dry powder, sodium carbonate, graphite powder or fire blanket for this purpose.
- In case of accidental release, remove personnel from contaminated area until vapors are released. Do not
breathe vapors or touch with naked hands the liquids. If the skin has come into contact with the electrolyte, it
should be washed thoroughly with water. Use sand or soil to absorb exudation. Seal battery leaks, place
contaminated absorbent material in high density polyethylene bag and dispose of in accordance with local
regulations.
- Do not crush, pierce or short the battery terminals (+) and (-) using conductive elements (metal
…
). Do not
heat or braze directly. Do not throw into the fire. Do not mix batteries of different models or brands. Do not
mix new and old batteries. Keep batteries in non-conductive storage boxes (plastic
…
).
- Store in a cool (preferably below 30°C) and ventilated area, away from moisture, heat sources, open
flames, food and beverages. Allow sufficient space between the walls and the batteries. A temperature above
100°C may cause leakage and battery failure. As the short circuit may cause burns, leaks and breakage,
keep the batteries in their original packaging until use and do not pack them in bulk.
- In case of fire, use self-contained breathing apparatus to protect the respiratory tract. In case of a leak,
wear suitable gloves and a chemical-resistant apron. Wearing safety glasses is recommended during
handling to protect the eyes.
- Harmful in contact with skin. Harmful if swallowed. Causes burns. Risk of serious eye damage. May cause
sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. Keep out of the reach of children. Keep away from moisture. In
case of an incident, consult a doctor immediately. Avoid contact with the skin. In case of contact with eyes,
rinse immediately with plenty of water. Wear suitable protective clothing. Wear suitable gloves.
- Used or defective lead batteries are considered as special waste and must be treated and recycled
accordingly. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
- Batteries can only be emptied of their electrolyte (diluted sulfuric acid) by professionals. This process
should only be carried out by approved companies for recycling.
