Lithium Ion Battery Safety

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Lithium Ion Battery Fire & Safety Tips

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Lithium Ion battery fires, injury and death are increasing as their use increases.

Lithium Ion batteries are becoming more and more popular due to their ability to store large amounts of energy in compact spaces. They are found in every household across the nation. If you own electronic devices such as phones, laptops, power tools or anything that needs to be charged then most likely they have a lithium ion battery in them.

Li-ion battery safety happens in 3 steps

  1. Selection: Choose batteries from the original manufacturing company, engineered to work optimally with the corresponding device or tool.
  2. Transport, Use, and Storage: Always transport and store your Li-ion battery away from metals such as keys, coins, screws and nails, as well as liquids.
  3. Disposal: If your battery reaches the end of its life, don't throw it away. Take it to a recycling center or place it in a receptacle designed for recycling batteries.

SELECTION

CHOOSE ORIGINAL

Original manufacturer components share the same circuitry to best operate with matching power tools. Accept no substitute.

CHOOSE SMART

Original manufacturer batteries contain smart technology to monitor and maintain peak battery health.

CHOOSE AUTHENTIC

Aftermarket and counterfeit batteries may not include all the safety design features or undergo proper testing and quality controls.

TRANSPORT, USE & STORAGE

              PROTECT IT            

Always transport your battery away from contact with metal objects or liquids, which present a safety hazard.

STORE IT

Always store your battery as instructed in the owner's manual and follow manufacturer guidelines for safe storage and operating temperatures.

CHECK IT

Stop use if it begins to overheat or is damaged, dropped, or modified.

DISPOSAL

DON'T TRASH IT

If your battery is damaged, contact the manufacturer. If it has reached the end of its life:

  • Never throw it in a waste or recycling bin
  • Take it to a local recycling center
  • Always follow regulations when disposing your battery
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