VEGA PM-BATT User Manual

Safety instructions

PM-BATT

Lithium metal power pack for PLICSMOBILE T61

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1 Contents

Contents

1 Area of application and introduction

2 Possible dangers and their causes

3 Measures to avoid dangers

4 Storage/Transport/Disposal

5 Reaction in case of contamination/fire

6 Supplement

6.1 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.2 Liability exclusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.3 Safety instructions of the battery manufacturer . . . . . .

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1 Area of application and introduction

1 Area of application and introduction

Scope

Technical background

Dangers

Responsibility of the
user/Liability

Hotline

These safety instructions are part of the scope of delivery of a VEGA
instrument with integrated Lithium polymer or Lithium metal battery.
They must be read completely and implemented by the user as a
supplement to the operating instructions.

The implemented Lithium batteries/accumulators are compact energy
stores with high energy density. These stores feature high cell voltage
and cell capacity. They consist of single cells and are combined into
so-called packs.

Caution:

If these packs are not handled correctly, there is a danger to the user
and the environment due to overheating, ignition, deflagration or
explosion. This can result in toxic gases being released and persons
injured through acid burns and poisoning.

With that said, it is the responsibility of the user to avoid these dangers
through correct handling of the packs. These safety instructions supply
the necessary information for personal safety, the safety of the plant as
well as protection of the environment. They serve as a supplement to
the instructions in chapter "For your safety" of the operating
instructions.

By buying these Lithium battery packs, you as the buyer take over the
responsibility for the risks involved. If you do not agree to this user
responsibility, you are not allowed to put the battery into operation. We
do not accept liability for damage to the batteries/accumulators and
any other resulting damage.

In case of any questions, please call our service hotline under the
telephone number [phone].

The hotline is available to you 7 days a week round-the-clock. Since
we offer this service world-wide, the support is only available in the
English language. The service is free of charge, only the standard
telephone costs will be charged.

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2 Possible dangers and their causes

2 Possible dangers and their causes

The battery pack consists of individual hermetically sealed containers
which are designed to withstand normal temperatures and pressures
when used correctly. Under these conditions there is neither a fire/
explosion hazard nor a danger of leaking contents. Incorrect handling
can cause overheating, ignition, deflagration or explosion. Should this
happen, toxic gases can be released and persons injured through acid
burns and poisoning.

The following factors could cause fire and explosion damages:

l Mechanical damage
l Short-circuit/wrong polarity on the connection cables leading to the

outside

l Excessive current drain due to incorrect use
l Too high temperatures (see technical data)
l Contact of the battery contents with water
l Charging of the power pack (not possible, because primary

battery)

Danger:

In the case of strong mechanical impact or a high-impact event to the
test system or the accumulator pack (e.g. drop from heights/accident)
the safety of the pack is no longer guaranteed. The accumulator pack
may look fine but there can be a perforation or damaged wire.

To avoid fire damage through self-ignition due to mechanical effects or
impact, the battery pack must be monitored for at least one hour at a
fireproof, well ventilated place. To avoid the risk of non-detected
damage to the battery pack, we recommend disposing of the battery
pack according to the valid regulations.

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3 Measures to avoid dangers

3 Measures to avoid dangers

The following measures serve to avoid dangers:

l Use the battery pack only in the intended VEGA instrument
l Battery pack must never be charged because it is a primary

battery

l Never shortcircuit or reverse batteries
l No operation in hazardous environment (combustible gases,

dusts, vapours)

l Operation only within the specification (see technical data)
l Do not immerse the batteries in water
l Do not expose to strong mechanical shocks or vibrations
l Do not disassemble, modify or deform
l Do not throw into a fire
l Damaged or deformed battery packs must not be used; they must

be disposed of (see chapter "Disposal")

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4 Storage/Transport/Disposal

4 Storage/Transport/Disposal

Storage

Transport

Avoid high temperatures and strong temperature fluctuations as well
as direct sun and high humidity. A temperature of approx. 20 °C (68 °F)
is ideal to ensure a low self-discharge. Make sure that contact with
water is avoided.

The power pack "PM-BATT" consists of Lithium metallic cells and is
subject to the dangerous goods regulations according to UN 3090/

3091. It is hence subject to certain transport regulations depending on
the carrier. Because the Lithium content is over the 2 g limit, the
battery pack must be declared, packed and shipped as hazardous
material.

These dangerous goods regulations require, among other things, a
special approved packaging with appropriate handling labels and
comprehensive accompanying documents containing an emergency
number as well as information for trained packaging staff.

Danger:

If the transport packaging shows obvious damages, the consignment
must not be accepted or further transported because of the danger of
ignition.

To avoid fire damage through self-ignition due to mechanical effects or
impact, the battery pack must be monitored for at least one hour at a
fireproof, well ventilated place. To avoid the risk of undetected damage
to the battery pack, we recommend disposing of the battery pack
according to the valid regulations.

Note:

If a battery-operated VEGA instrument is returned for repair, the
battery/power pack must be removed. Please send only the instru­ment, not the battery/power pack.

Disposal

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Note:

Batteries and accumulators contain some environmentally harmful but
also some valuable raw materials that can be recycled. For that reason
batteries and accumulators must not be disposed of in household
waste.

All consumers are legally obligated to bring batteries to a suitable
collection point, e.g. public collection points. You can also return the
batteries and accumulators to us for correct disposal. Due to the very
strict transport regulations for lithium-based batteries/accumulators,
this is normally not a good idea because shipment is very expensive.

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5 Reaction in case of contamination/fire

5 Reaction in case of contamination/fire

Contamination

In case of fire

Avoid contact with parts of the battery, e.g. after battery leakage or
mechanical damage. If this happens nevertheless, observe the
following:

l Skin contact: Immediately remove contaminated clothes, rinse

thoroughly with water and consult the doctor

l Eye contact: Rinse thoroughly for at least 15 minutes with water

and consult the doctor immediately

l Swallowing: Immediately drink plenty of water and consult the

doctor

l Inhalation: Immediately get the person into fresh air and seek

medical advice

In case of a fire in the environment, bring the batteries and
accumulators immediately to a safe place as long as this is possible
without risk. If lithium-based cells burn, toxic gases are released and
therefore it is necessary to inform the fire brigade. For that reason,
leave closed rooms immediately. Inform the fire brigade that lithium
cells are burning. The necessary measures are listed in the attached
safety data sheet from the battery manufacturer as well as in UN 3090/

3091 or UN 3480/3481.

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6 Supplement

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6.1 Technical data

PM-Batt for PLICSMOBILE

VEGA order code PM-BATT.
Battery type Lithium metal (Li/SOCL2), not rechargeable
Number of ce lls 5, with 3.6 V each
Operating voltage, power pack 18 V DC
Capacitance approx. 3.5 Ah
Energy content 63 Wh
Lithium content 4.54 g
Chemical constituents

- Lithium (Li) < 5 %

- Thionyl Chloride (SOCL

- Carbon (C) < 6 %

- Aluminium Chloride (AlCl

- Lithium Chloride (LiCL) < 2 %

- PVC < 1 %

- PTFE < 1 %

Self-discharge approx. 3 % per year, at +25 °C (+77 °F)
Operating and transport temperature -20 … +60 °C (-4 … +140 °F)
Recommended storage temperature 0 … +30 °C (32 … +86 °F)

) < 47 %

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) < 5 %

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6.2 Liability exclusion

This safety data sheet gives you a short summary of our knowledge and recommendations. We
cannot guarantee completeness with respect to worldwide regulations or possible dangers. The
existing information was obtained from sources we believe to be reliable and, according to our
knowledge, was correct at the time of publication.

The specifications in this document refer to current knowledge, however, they are not an assurance
of product properties and do not justify a contractual legal relationship. We do not accept
responsibility or give a warranty for the provided information.

VEGA declines any liability for losses and damages resulting directly or indirectly from the use of the
batteries/accumulators or the information in this safety instruction.

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VEGA Grieshaber KG

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Am Hohenstein 113
77761 Schiltach

Germany
Phone [phone]
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E-mail: [e-mail]

www.vega.com

Printing date:

All statements concerning scope of delivery, application,

practical use and operating conditions of the sensors and

processing systems correspond to the information avail-

able at the time of printing.

© VEGA Grieshaber KG, Schiltach/Germany 2012

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