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4.2
GENERAL:
Do not put in fire or mutilate - cells may burst or release toxic material.Do not
short circuit cells as this may cause burns.
4.3
CORROSIVE ELECTROLYTE:
The electrolyte is a mixture of potassium hydroxide (KOH) and water. This can
cause chemical burns to human tissue. Should leakage occur, wear protective
gloves when handling all contaminated materials.
In the event of contact with the skin, flood copiously with clean water.
If significant amounts of KOH are involved, or if any has touched the eyes,
seek medical attention.
4.4
ACCIDENTAL SHORT CIRCUITING:
Nickel-Cadmium cells can deliver power at very high rates. PAG battery belts
are protected at the output connectors by a self-resetting over-current device,
but severe mechanical abuse of a belt could result in damage to cells, and
short circuit internal to the battery. Arcing, excessive heat and the liberation
of combustible gas could result, with the potential for personal injury or
ignition of adjacent flammable materials.
4.5
DISPOSAL:
DO NOT MUTILATE BATTERIES - corrosive electrolyte will be released (see 4.3).
DO NOT INCINERATE - danger of explosion and release of toxic fumes.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERIES OR CELLS IN A CHARGED CONDITION (see 4.4).
Expired Nickel-Cadmium batteries must be disposed of in accordance with the
appropriate regulations or legislation.
PAG Limited offers a recycling service for expired PAG batteries.
These will then be properly and completely recycled. The potentially hazardous
materials will be recovered and used again in the production
of Nickel-Cadmium cells.
Return batteries by prior arrangement to:
PAG Limited
565 Kingston Road
Raynes Park
London SW20 8SA
Batteries must be in a discharged state and be clearly marked:
“FOR RECYCLING”
