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1.2.3 Response to Emergency Situations
The Product includes internal fault mechanisms designed to prevent
failures and subsequent risk hazards. However, LG ES cannot guarantee
safety performance of the Product is ever exposed to abuse, damage or
negligence.
• If a user happens to be exposed to the internal materials of the battery
cell due to damage on the outer casing, the following actions are
recommended.
In case of inhalation: Leave the contaminated area immediately and
seek medical attention.
In case of contact with eyes: Rinse eyes with running water for 15
minutes and seek medical attention.
In case of contact with skin: Wash the contacted area with soap
thoroughly and seek medical attention.
In case of ingestion: Induce vomiting and seek medical attention.
If a re breaks out at the location where the battery pack is installed,
perform the following countermeasures.
• Utilize re-extinguishing media
A respirator is not required during normal operation.
Use an FM-200 or CO2 extinguisher for battery res.
Use an ABC re extinguisher if the re is not from the battery and has
not yet spread to it.
• Follow proper re-ghting instructions
1) If a re occurs when charging batteries, provided it is safe to do so,
disconnect the battery pack circuit breaker to shut off the power
charge.
2) If the battery pack is not on re yet, extinguish the re before the
battery pack catches re preferably with water.
3) If the battery pack is on re, do not try to extinguish it, and evacuate
people from the premises immediately.
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