2.3 Product-specific safety instructions
Handling
The ZF product contains primary lithium thionyl chloride batteries. If used improperly or damaged, the
batteries may become dangerous.
Please observe the following safety instructions:
•Please note the intended use.
Incorrect use may result in liquid leaking from the batteries. Liquid leaking from the batteries may cause
skin irritation or burns. Avoid skin and eye contact. If you come into contact with leaking liquid
accidentally, rinse it off with water and seek medical help.
•Avoid damage.
Damaged ZF products may develop unpredictable properties that may cause fire, explosions or injuries.
Observe the following:
– Replace damaged products as soon as possible.
– In case of damage, stop using the damaged product immediately
(refer to Section
Decommissioning)
.
•Do not throw the product into the fire or subject it to intense heat.
If batteries are thrown into the fire or subjected to temperatures above 130°C, the resulting heat may
cause an explosion and/or a fire and injuries.
•Do not immerse the product in liquids.
The ZF product is sufficiently protected from water for safe operation. Immersing the ZF product in
liquids will cause a defect.
•Do not recharge or short circuit the batteries.
An attempt to charge or short circuit the batteries may cause a fire.
•Do not open the ZF product or the batteries.
Opening or modifying the ZF product or the batteries will damage the safety devices. This may cause
heat or smoke to develop or cause the product or batteries to ignite or explode.
•Do not dispose of the ZF product in household or residual waste.
•Store the ZF product outside the reach of children.
In case of fire
If lithium thionyl chloride batteries catch fire, the resulting fire can be fought with water. It is not necessary
to use special fire extinguishing media for lithium thionyl chloride batteries.
Use conventional fire extinguishing media to fight surrounding fires of lithium thionyl chloride
batteries.
If a battery catches fire, this fire cannot be considered separately from the surrounding fire. The cooling
effect of water keeps the fire from spreading to the battery cells that have not yet reached the critical
ignition temperature (thermal runaway).
Reduce the fire load by separating larger quantities and by removing them from the danger area.
A fire may result in the development of gases that, if inhaled, can cause health damage. Observe the
following:
• Ensure sufficient respiratory protection.
Safety
8EN 6075.758.101a - 2021-11
