Simple Guidelines for Using Lithium-ion Batteries

•Exercise caution when handling and testing lithium-ion batteries.
 
•Do not short-circuit, overcharge, crush, drop, mutilate, penetrate with foreign objects, apply reverse polarity, expose to high temperature or disassemble packs and cells.
 
•Use only lithium-ion cells with a designated protection circuit and approved charger.
 
•High temperature during charge or discharge may hint of pending failure. Discontinue using the battery and/or charger.
 
•The electrolyte is highly flammable and battery rupture can cause physical injury.
 
•Use a foam extinguisher, CO2, dry chemical, powdered graphite, copper powder or soda(sodium carbonate) to extinguish a lithium-ion fire. Only pour water to prevent the fire from spreading.
 
•If the fire of a burning lithium-ion battery cannot be extinguished, allow the pack to burn out on its own in a controlled and safe way.

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