
To comply with European Directive 2006/66/EC on batteries and its implementation in
national law, batteries that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately
and returned to an approved recycling facility. Be sure to return any used battery to your
dealer, or find out about the approved collection and recycling facilities in your area.
Ignoring this European Directive may be harmful to the environment and your own
health!
As soon as it appears that the battery has been mechanically damaged, dispose of the
battery in accordance with national laws and guidelines at your nearest recycling centre.
If anything is unclear or for any questions concerning disposal, contact an authorised
service centre.
General informa-
tion regarding the
handling of lith-
ium batteries
- Lithium batteries have a gas-tight seal and are harmless provided the manufac-
turer's specifications are adhered to during use and handling
- Never use chargers that are not suitable for the battery type
- Do not short-circuit
- Do not mechanically damage them (tap, deform, dismantle, etc.)
- Never heat them to above the permissible temperature or burn them
- Always store batteries in a cool, dry place
- Lithium batteries are safe to use if they are handled properly within the parameters
specified by the manufacturer
- Mishandling or circumstances that result in improper use can result in the battery
contents and decomposition products leaking and related reactions that are
extremely hazardous to health and the environment
- As a wide variety of chemical substances are found inside the battery, in the event of
an accident always follow the manufacturer's specifications regarding emergency
response actions and first aid
- Lithium batteries must, in all circumstances, be handled according to the manufac-
turer's instructions
- In particular, this applies to observing the limits for maximum current load, charging
and cutoff voltages as well as mechanical and thermal loads
- The charger and battery are designed to work together and must not be modified or
manipulated in any way as this can result in considerable safety risks
- Ideally, lithium batteries should be stored at room temperature in a dry location
(details regarding the storage temperature range can be found in the manufacturer's
instructions)
- Large temperature fluctuations must be avoided (e.g. do not store the batteries near
to heaters, do not expose them to prolonged sunlight)
- Should damage or improper handling result in the leakage of substances, then the
manufacturer's instructions must be followed
- This includes the use of personal protective equipment
- When storing large quantities of lithium batteries, the local authorities should be con-
sulted
- Employees must be trained on how to correctly handle lithium batteries (in the same
way as hazardous substances)
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