Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal - LawnMaster NPTGSS2617A Operator's Manual

ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL

The following toxic and corrosive materials are in the batteries used in this battery pack:
Lithium-ion, a toxic material.
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.
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 these batteries in your regular household trash.
■ DO NOT incinerate.
■ DO NOT place batteries where they will become part of any waste landfill or municipal solid
waste stream.
■ Take batteries to a certified recycling or disposal center.
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