Most of the electronics we use in our homes every day are powered by lithium-ion batteries. In fact, most everything that’ s rechargeable uses this kind of battery.
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LITHIUM-IONBATTERIES store a lot of energy in a small place. These batteries can overheat, start a fire, or explode if overcharged or damaged. By learning how to BUY, CHARGE, and RECYCLE these batteries safely, you can help prevent afire in your home.
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BUY only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery look for a safety certification mark such as UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.
CHARGE devicessafely. Always use the cables that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved.
CHARGE your device on a hardsurface. Don’ t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’ s fully charged.
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STOP usingyour device right away if the batterysmells weird, gets toohot, makes popping noises, changes in shape or color. If it is safe, move the device away from anything that can catch fire. Call 9-1-1.
RECYCLE batteries responsibly. Don’ t throw lithium-ionbatteries in the trashor regular recycling bins because they could start a fire.
RECYCLE your device or batteryatasafe batteryrecyclinglocation. Visit call2recycle. org to find a recycling spot nearyou.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY SAFETY
October is National Fire Prevention Month, this year’ s theme is Lithium-Ion Battery safety. Remember to BUY, CHARGE, RECYCLE safely when it comes to lithium-ion batteries.