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Do NOT allow the liquid in the battery to come in contact with skin, clothes or other
items. It is a form of acid and may cause harmful or damaging burns. Should the
liquid come into contact with skin, rinse the area immediately and
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thoroughly with cool water. If liquid comes into contact with eyes, flush eyes
immediately and seek medical attention as soon as possible.
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The use of rubber gloves and chemical goggles are recommended when working with
batteries.
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NEVER smoke or strike a match near batteries.
Examine battery clamps/terminals for corrosion, if the terminal is covered by white
powder; please clean it using warm water.
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4. If there are any cracks or leaks replace batteries IMMEDIATELY.
Clean the terminals and inside of the battery clamps by using a battery cleaning
tool, wire brush or medium grade sandpaper. Upon completion, these areas
should be shiny, not dull.
Carefully dust off all metal particles.
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There are many risks involved with improper disposal of batteries, whether damaged
or not. Batteries may contain heavy metals and be considered hazardous waste.
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Many regions around the world now strictly enforce laws to help protect our
environment. By not disposing of batteries properly, you may be liable for fines from
your local through national government.
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By not recycling batteries, they end up in landfills that are already low on space. From
these land fills, lead and other chemicals may leach into streams and rivers
destroying ecosystems and poisoning local water resources.
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Improper disposal of batteries may also cause injury to unsuspecting others that come
in contact with them. If you come in contact with fluids or corroded powder from a
battery, rinse with water and contact a physician if necessary. If contact with eyes
occurs, rinse for 15 minutes and then visit a physician.
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Incinerating or burning a battery will cause it to explode!
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Please see the end of section 11. Cleaning & Recycling for more information.
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Do not use a n extension cord when charging your batteries. A risk of fire and /or
electric shock could be encountered.
