Power-Sonic SAFETY DATA SHEET Sealed Nickel Cadmium Rechargeable Batteries - Manual (Page 4)

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Emergency and First Aid Procedures – continued from previous page
Inhalation: If potential for exposure to cadmium or nickel fumes or dusts occur, remove immediately to fresh air and seek
medical attention.
Eyes: If contents from an open battery come into contact with the eyes, immediately flush with water continuously for at least
15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Stability
The batteries are stable under normal operating conditions.
Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Hazardous decomposition products are oxides of cadmium and nickel and potassium hydroxide.
Avoid heat, open flames, sparks and moisture.
Potential incompatibilities: The battery cells are encased in a non reactive container; however, if the container is breached,
avoid contact of internal battery components with acids, aldehydes and carbonate compounds.
Section 6 – Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Storage:
Store in a cool place, but prevent condensation on cells or battery terminals. Elevated temperatures may result in reduced
battery life.
Mechanical Containment:
If there are special capsulation or sealing requirements consult our Technical Department about possible cell hazard
precautions or limitations.
Handling:
Accidental short circuit will bring high temperature elevation to the battery as well as shorten the battery life. Be sure to avoid
prolonged short circuit since the heat generated can burn skin and even rupture the battery cell case. Batteries packaged in
bulk containers should not be shaken. Metal covered tables or belts used for the assembly of batteries into devices can be the
source of short circuits; apply insulating material to assembly work surfaces.
Soldering/Welding:
If soldering or welding to the case is required consult our Technical Department for proper precautions to prevent seal damage
or external short circuit.
Charging:
These batteries are designed for recharging. A loss of voltage and capacity of the battery due to self- discharge during
prolonged storage is unavoidable. Charge battery before use. Observe the specified charge rate since higher rates can cause a
rise in internal gas pressure which may result in damaging heat generation or cell rupture and/or venting.
Section 7 – Recycling
All Power-Sonic Nickel Cadmium batteries are classified by the federal government as a hazardous waste and must be recycled.
There are numerous depots across the country who will be happy to receive your batteries for recycling.
Please log on to the Earth911 website
http://www.earth911.org for a list of recycling depots in your area. You may also call
Earth 911 at 1-800-CLEANUP or 1-877-EARTH911.