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PM Battery ® |
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Sheet
# 3 |
Revision date: July 2001 |
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Signs and
Symptoms: |
Irritation and burning of exposed tissues. |
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Medical
Conditions: |
Respiratory disorders may be aggravated by prolonged inhalation of mists. |
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Emergency and First Aid Procedures: |
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Battery Electrolyte: |
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Inhalation: |
Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. Get
immediate medical attention. |
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Eye
Contact: |
Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical
attention. |
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Skin
Contact: |
Remove contaminated clothing and flush affected areas with plenty of water for
at least 15 minutes. |
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Ingestion: |
Do not induce vomiting. Dilute by giving large quantities of water. If available
give several glasses of milk. Do not give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Give CPR if breathing has stopped. Get immediate
medical attention. |
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Section VII: Precautions for Safe Handling and Use |
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Steps to be Taken in Case of Broken Battery Case or Electrolyte Leakage: |
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Avoid contact with acid materials. Use soda ash or lime to neutralize. Flush
with water.
Dispose of clean-up materials as a hazardous waste. |
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Waste Disposal Method: |
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Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local Regulations. Do not
incinerate.
Batteries should be shipped to a reclamation facility for recovery of the metal
and plastic
components as the proper method of waste management. Contact distributors for
appropriate product return procedures. |
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Precautions to be taken in Handling and Storage: |
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Store in cool, dry area away from combustible materials. Do not store in
sealed, unventilated areas. Avoid overheating and overcharging. |
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Other Precautions: |
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Do not charge in unventilated areas. Do not use organic solvents or other
than recommended chemical cleaners on battery. |
