GEM80-400 1. Introduction
Issue 3 04/99 ALSPA GEM80-400 CONTROLLER TECHNICAL MANUAL Page 1-31
The 'COSHH Regulations 1988 and Completed Cell/Batteries' states the
following:
'7. Lithium Copper Oxide Batteries
Lithium content becomes hazardous (fire and corrosion) if exposed to air and
water. The electrolyte is highly flammable.
Substance Risk Type of Hazard
Lithium Foil High May ignite in air. Evolves Hydrogen (flammable) with
water which becomes corrosive.
Electrolyte (Dioxolane
/ Lithium Perchlorate)
High Highly flammable. On evaporation leaves white
residue which is strongly oxidising.
Copper Oxide /
Graphite
Low Irritant
Separator Low Wet with electrolyte.
Additional information:
Manufacturer: Renata
Battery Type: LITHIUM BATTERY CR2477N.
Cegelec Order No. 20T0319/01.
Approximate Weight: 15 g.
Lithium Content: 0.95grams per cell
Classification: HAZARDOUS
Packing Specification: 406
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