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ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL
WARNING
WARNING
All toxic materials must be disposed of in a specific 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 Environment Protection Agency for information and specific
instructions.
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!
The following toxic and corrosive materials are in the batteries used in this battery pack:
lithium-ion, a toxic material.
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 damaged or defective 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.