Rockwell Automation 1746-BAS-T SLC 500 Basic Basic-T Modules - Manual (Page 85)

Publication 1746-UM004B-EN-P - December 2005
Lithium Battery Replacement, Handling, and Disposal C-5
Battery Disposal The following procedures must be followed when disposing of
lithium batteries.
For disposal, batteries must be packaged and shipped in accordance
with the transportation regulations, to a proper disposal site. The U.S.
Department of Transportation authorizes shipment of “Lithium
batteries for disposal” by motor vehicle only in regulation 173.1015 of
CRF49 (effective January 5, 1983). For additional information contact:
U.S. Department of Transportation
Research and Special Programs Administration
400 Seventh Street, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20590
Although the Environmental Protection Agency at this time has no
regulations specific to lithium batteries, the material contained may be
considered toxic, reactive, or corrosive. The person disposing of the
material is responsible for any hazards created in doing so. State and
local regulations may exist regarding the disposal of these materials.
ATTENTION
Do not incinerate or dispose of lithium batteries in
general trash collection. Explosion or violent rupture
is possible. Batteries should be collected for disposal
in a manner to prevent against short circuiting,
compacting, or destruction of case integrity and
hermetic seal.