High-Voltage Battery Damage/Spills; Mitigation Procedures - Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 2011-12 Emergency Response Manual

Emergency Response Procedures

High-Voltage Battery Damage/Spills:

The HV Battery assembly is enclosed in a sturdy metal case that is rigidly mounted to structural
components of the vehicle. This construction helps prevent damage to the HV Battery assembly
even in severe crashes. This section provides emergency responders with information regarding
how to mitigate the severity of a damaged HV Battery assembly or gel electrolyte spill, however
unlikely that might be.

Mitigation Procedures

For a gel electrolyte spill or leak:
• Eliminate all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks, or flames) in the immediate area.
• Do not touch or walk through spilled material.
• Absorb electrolyte with earth, sand, or other non-combustible material.
• Place leaking battery (if removed from a vehicle) and contaminated absorbant material in
metal containers.
• Internal components of HV Batteries are irritants and sensitizers.
• To avoid contact with these irritants and sensitizers wear positive
pressure self- contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and other personal
protective equipment (PPE) designed for use with these types of hazards.
• Failure to wear proper SCBA and PPE can result in serious injury or death
HV Battery Manufacturer Contact Information:
HL Green Power, Ltd.
Sam-dong, Uiwang-si, Gyeonggi-do, 437-815, Korea
Material Data Safety Sheet (MSDS):
In an emergency, refer to the manufacturer's MSDS.
For HV Battery Chemical Emergency Spill, Leak, Fire, Exposure,
Accident Call CHEMTREC Day or Night Within USA & Canada:
Disposal of Damaged HV Battery Pack:
Contact a local authorized Hyundai dealer.
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Emergency Phone Number:
011-82-31-596-8214
See Appendix A
1-800-424-9300
Hyundai Sonata Hybrid