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LITHIUM BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION
READ FIRST!! Safety
Requirements YRC1000
LITHIUM BATTERY SAFETY INFORMATION
This section contains basic information regarding safe storage, disposal,
installation, and transportation of lithium batteries used in the robotic
system.
Safety
To ensure proper battery operation and to reduce personal hazards:
• Use only for intended operation;
• Dispose of cells only in according to recommended procedures;
• Only ship using aircraft freight.
Storage
Always store the lithium batteries in a cool and dry place, typically 20°C to
25°C (68.5 to 77°F) at 40% to 60% relative humidity. Place batteries and a
copy of these instructions away from flammable materials.
Transportation
Each battery contains 0.23 grams of lithium. Two batteries can ship
together within the United States without restriction. Transportation
procedures for transferring three or more batteries within the United
States are in the Department of Transportation (DOT), Code of Federal
Regulations, CFR49, “Transportation.” An exemption to these regulations,
DOT-E7052, covers transportation of certain hazardous materials
classified as flammable solids. This exemption authorizes transport of
lithium batteries by motor vehicle, rail freight, cargo vessel and cargo-only
aircraft, providing meeting certain conditions. Regulations governing
shipment to or within other countries may differ from those of the U.S.A
special provision of DOT-E7052 (11
th
Rev., October 21, 1982, par. 8-a)
provides that: Persons who receive cells and batteries covered by this
exemption may reship them pursuant to the provisions received.
The Code of Federal Regulations, 49 CRF 173.22a, relates to the use of
packaging authorized under exemptions. In part, you must maintain a
copy of the exemption at each facility where the packaging is in
connection with shipment under the exemption. Shipment of depleted
batteries intended for disposal may be subject to specific regulations
under the IATA Restricted Articles of the International Air Transport
Association, Geneva, Switzerland.
DANGER
Excessive heat may cause batteries to burn or explode, therefore:
• Do not charge batteries;
• Do not incinerate, solder or expose to high temperatures;
• Do not short positive and negative terminals together.
NOTICE
Periodically Regulations for transportation of lithium batteries are changed.