C&D Technologies RS-1826 Liberty Series 1000 FA Battery - Manual (Page 23)

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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
2
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
2
. Caution should be taken not to use CO
2
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.