Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal - Craftsman 151.50227 Operator's Manual

ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL

The following toxic and corrosive
materials are in the battery used in this
battery pack:
Lithium-Ion, a toxic material.
WARNING! All toxic materials must be
disposed of in a specified manner to prevent
contamination of the environment. Before
disposing of damaged or worn out Lithium-
Ion battery packs, contact your local waste
disposal agency, or the local Environmental
Protection Agency for information and specific
instructions.
WARNING! If the battery pack cracks
or breaks, with or without leaks, do not
recharge it and do not use. Dispose of it and
replace with a new battery pack.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT!
To avoid injury and risk of fire, explosion, or
electric shock, and to avoid damage to the
environment:
■ Cover the battery terminals with heavy-duty
adhesive tape.
■ DO NOT attempt to remove or destroy any
of the battery pack components.
■ DO NOT attempt to open the battery pack.
■ If a leak develops, the released electrolytes
are corrosive and toxic. DO NOT get the
solution in the eyes or on skin, and do not
swallow it.
■ DO NOT place this battery in your regular
household trash.
■ DO NOT incinerate.
■ DO NOT place battery where it will become
part of any waste landfill or municipal solid
waste stream.
■ Take the battery to a certified recycling or
disposal center.
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