General Instructions On Handling The Batteries; How To Handle Damaged Batteries Correctly - Invacare Spectra XTR User Manual

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Invacare® Spectra XTR Series
Goods Rail Transport / Air Transport Ordinances. Batteries may be
transported without restrictions, whether by road, rail or by air.
Individual transport companies have, however, guidelines which can
possibly restrict or forbid certain transport procedures. Please ask
the transport company regarding each individual case.

7.2.8 General instructions on handling the batteries

Never mix and match different battery manufactures or
technologies, or use batteries that do not have similar date
codes.
Never mix gel with AGM batteries.
Always have your batteries installed by a properly trained
mobility device technician. They have the necessary training and
tools to do the job safely and correctly.

7.2.9 How to handle damaged batteries correctly

CAUTION!
Corrosion and burns from acid leakage if
batteries are damaged
– Remove clothes that have been soiled by acid
immediately.
After contact with skin:
– Immediately wash affected area with lots of water.
After contact with eyes:
– Immediately rinse eyes under running water for
several minutes; consult a physician.
Always wear safety goggles and appropriate safety clothing when
handling damaged batteries.
Place damaged batteries in an acid-resistant receptacle
immediately after removing them.
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Only ever transport damaged batteries in an appropriate
acid-resistant receptacle.
Wash all objects that have come into contact with acid with
lots of water.
Disposing of dead or damaged batteries correctly
Dead or damaged batteries can be given back to your dealer or
directly to Invacare.
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