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Cool it down using lots of cold water.
a
Immerse the battery and/or the transponder in the sea for minimum 24 hours.
b
If this method is impossible, it can be cooled down with a fire hose.
Cooling down the battery with a large amount of cold water is the only way to reduce
or stop the internal chemical reactions, or to limit the fire/explosions to as few battery
cells as possible. The chemical reactions/fire will continue without additional supply of
oxygen, so an extinguisher such as Lith-X will not work properly.
Applying water directly onto a battery may develop hydrogen gas, due to the possible
electrolysis if the battery terminals are exposed to water. Mixed with air, this gas is very
inflammable/explosive. However, if the water cooling takes place on deck or in a storage
room with good ventilation, there will never be enough hydrogen gas to exceed the lower
explosive limit of hydrogen in air (about 4 %).
Note
In case of an external fire, always remove transponder units and lithium batteries.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
During normal operation, accidental release measures are not applicable. Extreme
mechanical abuse to the battery may result in a ruptured seal and exposure.
As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate the spill or leak area at least 25 metres
(75 feet) in all directions. Keep unauthorized personnel away. Stay upwind, and keep out
of low areas. Ventilate closed areas before entering. Wear adequate personal protective
equipment.
Prevent material from contaminating soil and from entering sewers or waterways. Stop
the leak if safe to do so. Contain the spilled liquid with dry sand or earth. Clean up the
spills immediately.
Absorb spilled material with an inert absorbent (dry sand or earth). Scoop contaminated
absorbent into an acceptable waste container. Collect all contaminated absorbent and
dispose of it according to relevant regulations. Scrub the area with detergent and water;
collect all contaminated water for proper disposal.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
Do not open, dissemble, crush or burn the battery.
1
Do not expose the battery to water, sea water or other high-conductivity liquids.
2
Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse.
3
Do not expose the battery to temperatures outside the range of -40 °C to +80 °C.
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