Maintenance Free Sealed Lead Acid Battery

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Irritation to eyes and skin Serious eye damage/eye irritation Causes burns

2.3 Other hazards

Harmful if swallowed. This battery has passed the vibration test, pressure differential test and leakage test at 55 degrees C according to recommendations on the transport of dangerous goods model registration (15th) special provision 238. It is not restricted to IATA DGR according to special provision A67 and is not restricted to IMGD code according to special provision 238.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Causes skin burns and severe irritation to eyes

Prevention

Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wear respiratory protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician Eye Exposure: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call poison control or doctor/physician Skin/Hair Exposure: Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician Swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Immediately call a poison center or doctor/physician

Storage

Store in a cool well ventilated area. Keep away from ignition sources, heat and flame. Batteries must be packed in inner packages in such a manner as to effectively prevent short circuits and to prevent movement which could lead to short circuits. Materials to avoid: Strong oxidant, combustible materials and corrosives.

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of item with an approved waste disposal facility