| SECTION 6: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA: |
Flash Point:
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Hydrogen = 259 |
| Auto ignition Temperature: |
Hydrogen = 580 |
| Extinguishing Media: |
Dry chemical, foam, CO2 |
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| Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Hydrogen and oxygen gases are produced in the cells during normal battery operation (hydrogen is flammable and oxygen supports combustion). These gases enter the air through the vent caps. To avoid the chance of a fire or explosion, keep sparks and other sources of ignition away |
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| SECTION 7: REACTIVITY DATA: |
Stability:
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Stable |
| Conditions to Avoid: |
Sparks and other sources of ignition. |
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Incompatibility: (materials to avoid)
Lead/lead compounds: Potassium, carbides, sulfides, peroxides, phosphorus, sulfur.
Battery electrolyte (acid): Combustible materials, strong reducing agents, most metals, carbides, organic materials, chlorates, nitrates, picrates, and fulminates.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Lead/lead compounds: Oxides of lead and sulfur.
Battery electrolyte (acid): Hydrogen, sulfur dioxide, and sulfur trioxide.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperature. Battery electrolyte (acid) will react with water to produce heat. Can react with oxidizing or reducing agents. |
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| SECTION 8: CONTROL MEASURES: |
Engineering Controls:
Store lead/acid batteries with adequate ventilation. Room ventilation is required for batteries utilized for standby power generation. Never recharge batteries in an unventilated, enclosed space.
Work Practices:
Do not remove vent caps. Follow shipping and handling instructions that are applicable to the battery type. To avoid damage to terminals and seals, do not double-stack industrial batteries. |
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| SECTION 9: PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: |
Respiratory Protection:
None required under normal handling conditions. During battery formation (high-rate charge condition), acid mist can be generated which may cause respiratory irritation. Also, if acid spillage occurs in a confined space, exposure may occur. If irritation occurs, wear a respirator suitable for protection against acid mist.
Eyes and Face:
Chemical splash goggles are preferred. Also acceptable are 'visor-gogs' or a chemical face shield worn over safety glasses.
Hands, Arms, Body:
Vinyl coated, VC, gauntiet type gloves with rough finish are preferred.
Other Special Clothing and Equipment:
Safety shoes are recommended when handling batteries. All footwear must meet requirements of ANSI Z41.1 - Rev. 1972. |
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