General Safety Warnings
Warning! Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Always install, operate, inspect and maintain this product in accordance with all applicable standards and regulations (local, state, country, federal, etc.).
Compliance is your responsibility. Failure to follow standards and regulations can cause personal injury.
Do not expose batteries or power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a battery or power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not modify this product, safety devices, or accessories.
Unauthorized modifications may result in electric shock, fire or personal injury.
Battery Use and Care
Store idle batteries and power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the battery or power tool or these instructions to operate the battery or power tool.
Batteries and power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Use the battery, power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions.
Take into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the battery or power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer and use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
See Charger Product Information manual for additional charger specific warnings.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water.
If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Immediately stop use and replace any battery that gets excessively warm in use or offers very short usage times.
Typically these batteries have a high number of charge/discharge cycles or may be old or damaged. Continuing to use an impaired battery may result in injury or property damage from heat, fire or explosion.
Do not remove any labels. Replace any damaged label.
Do not subject batteries to mechanical shock.
Do not leave a battery on prolonged charge when not in use.
When possible, remove the battery from the equipment when not in use.
Do not use batteries which have been physically damaged.
Operating Temperatures
Rechargeable batteries give their best performance when they are operated at a normal room
temperature of 59°F to 77°F (15°C to 25°C). An excessively hot or cold battery may prevent or
interrupt the battery from being charged or discharged.
Service
There are no user serviceable items inside.
Do not open cover or casing.
Electric shock or other personal injury may result.
Responsibly recycle or dispose of batteries in accordance with all applicable standards and regulations (local, state, country, federal, etc.).
Improper disposal may endanger the environment.
Call2Recycle collection sites can be found here: http://www.call2recycle.org/locator/
Storage
Follow the OSHA/NFPA 30 guidelines and fire insurance provider guidelines.
Provide a 10 ft. clear space separation between the lithium ion batteries and adjacent combustible materials, and limit the storage height to < 5 ft.
Barrier Protection
Batteries should be kept in a battery room, away from heavy traffic areas. If this is impractical, or if only a few batteries are kept on the premises, they should be kept in a closet or behind some kind of barrier that would prevent people from accidentally coming into contact with them. The barrier should be posted with “Explosion Hazard” and “No Smoking” signs. Seismic protection should be provided in earthquake-prone areas, and electrical outlets and light switches should be located outside of the room. Metal battery racks should be grounded, and floors should be acid-resistant.
Ventilation
The room or closet where batteries are kept should be well-ventilated at all times. Batteries continuously give off a mixture of hydrogen and oxygen gas, and concentration of these fumes can be hazardous to workers’ health and cause a combustion hazard. The exact amount of ventilation needed depends upon the size, type, and quantity of batteries stored.
Cleanliness
Batteries should be kept clean and dry at all times. Moisture causes the cells to corrode, which can result in leakage. Accumulation of dust, dirt, and debris can also be corrosive, and is a fire hazard as well.
Temperature
Never allow the battery storage area to exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit. High ambient heat can cause some types of batteries to rupture and spill electrolyte solution, and certain types of batteries present a combustion hazard when off-gassing into a high-heat area.
Safety Equipment
All safety equipment should be easily accessible, including goggles, gloves, face shields, and aprons. An operational eye wash and body wash station should be available, and a class C fire extinguisher should be kept nearby. Clean rags and a bottle of electrolyte-neutralizing solution should be kept in the room in case of leaks and spills.
Periodic Maintenance
Employees should perform visual safety inspections of stored batteries at least monthly. The batteries should be checked for corrosion, cracks, and leaks, and should be wiped down to prevent dust accumulation. The storage area’s temperature should be checked, and all ventilation systems should be tested to ensure functionality. The employee should verify the availability of all safety equipment and should check the fire extinguisher to make sure it has been inspected as scheduled. If any part of the inspection is not right, appropriate and immediate action should be taken to rectify the issue.
Documentation
Battery Product Information Manual
UN 38.3 Lithium Battery Test Summary
Contact Information
Technical, Warranty and Quality Support
Submit a Request – for general Technical or Warranty support
Report a Quality Issue - directly to our Technical Services Team.
Email: irtoolhelp@irco.com
Phone: 800-483-4981
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