C&D Technologies RS-990 Liberty Series 1000 User Manual

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SECTION IV: FIRST AID MEASURES

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

SKIN / EYES

x Flush with water for 15 minutes
x Remove contaminated clothing
x If irritation continues, seek medical attention

INGESTION

x Drink large quantities of milk or water
x Do not induce vomiting
x Give CPR if breathing has stopped
x Seek medical attention immediately

SECTION V: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

FIRE AND EXPLOSIVE PROPERTIES:
Flash Point: N/A

Flammable Limits (as H

gas):

LEL: 4%

UEL: 74%

UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Hydrogen gas may be present when used in a battery.
Hydrogen gas and acid mist are generated upon overcharge or in fires. Ventilate area.

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Class ABC or CO

. Caution should be taken not to use CO

directly on the

battery cell as the thermal shock may cause cracking of the battery case and release of battery electrolyte.

SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING PROCEDURES: Ventilate the area well. SCBA and acid protective clothing are
recommended.

SECTION VI: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF BATTERY IS BROKEN: Neutralize exposed battery parts with soda ash or
sodium bicarbonate until fizzing stops. pH should be neutral at 6-8. Collect residue in a suitable container.
Residue may be hazardous waste. When neutralized, the battery parts are non-hazardous. Place the
broken battery in a heavy gauge plastic bag or other non-metallic container. Provide adequate ventilation,
hydrogen gas may be given off during neutralization.

SECTION VII: HANDLING AND STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from combustibles. Do not store in sealed, unventilated areas. Avoid over-
heating and overcharging. Do not use organic solvents or other than recommended chemical cleaners on
the batteries.

SECTION VIII: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

ENGINEERING CONTROLS: General room ventilation is sufficient during normal use and handling. Do not
install these batteries in a sealed, unventilated area.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (IN THE EVENT OF BATTERY BREAKAGE):
Eye Protection = chemical goggles or safety glasses with sideshields and a full-face shield.
Protective Gloves = rubber or neoprene
Respiratory Protection = NIOSH approved acid mist respirator, if OSHA PEL is exceeded or respiratory
irritation occurs.
Other Protective Equipment = acid resistant apron or clothes.
WORK PRACTICES: Do not wear metallic jewelry when working with batteries. Use non-conductive tools
only. Discharge static electricity prior to working on a battery. Maintain an eyewash, fire extinguisher and
emergency communication device in the work area.

SECTION IX: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

ACID: Appearance / Odor: At normal temperatures: colorless, oily fluid / acrid odor when hot.