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PM Battery ® |
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Sheet
# 2 |
Revision date: July 2001 |
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Section IV: Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
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Flash
Point: |
Not applicable |
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Flammable
Limits: |
Lower limit 4.10% (Hydrogen gas) Upper limit 74.20% |
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Extinguishing
Media: |
Dry chemical, CO2, or water spray |
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Special Fire Fighting Procedures: If batteries
are on charge, turn off power. Use positive pressure, self-contained breathing
apparatus in fighting fire. Water applied to electrolyte generates heat and
causes it to spatter. Wear acid resistant clothing. Ventilate area well.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Hydrogen gas may
be produced and may explode if ignited. Remove all sources of ignition.
Section V: Reactivity Data
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Stability: |
Stable under normal conditions |
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Conditions to
avoid: |
Avoid shorting. Avoid prolonged over-charging. Use only approved charging
methods. Do not charge in gas tight containers. |
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Section VI: Health Hazard Data |
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Health Hazard Information (Acute and Chronic)
-Sulfuric acid only
The International Agency for Research on Cancer
(IARC)
has classified "strong inorganic acid mist containing sulfuric acid"
as a Category 1 carcinogen, a substance that is carcinogenic to humans. This
classification does not apply to liquid forms of sulfuric acid or sulfuric acid
solutions contained within the battery. Inorganic acid mist (sulfuric acid mist)
is not generated under normal use of this product. Misuse of the product, such
as overcharging, may result in the generation of sulfuric acid mist.
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Routes of
Entry: |
By inhalation (mist), skin and eyes. Ingestion. |
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Acute: |
Tissue destruction on contact. May cause 2nd and 3rd degree burns or
blindness. Ingestion will cause corrosive burns on
contact. May be fatal if swallowed. |
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Chronic: |
Inhalation of mists may cause upper respiratory
irritation. |
