SAJ AS1-3KS-5.1 User Manual page 11

occur due to mechanical damage, internal pressure and etc., and
may result in a leakage of battery electrolyte. The electrolyte is
corrosive and flammable. When there is fire, the toxic gases
produced will cause skin and eyes irritation, and discomfort after
inhalation. Therefore:
1) Do not open damaged batteries;
2) Do not damage the battery again (shock, fall, trample, etc.);
3) Keep damaged batteries away from water (except to prevent an
energy storage system from catching fire);
4) Do not expose the damaged battery to the sun to prevent internal
heating of the battery.
Electrical hazard: The reason of fire and explosion accidents in
lithium batteries is battery explosion. Here are the main factors of
battery explosion:
1) Short circuit of battery. Short circuit will generate high heat inside
battery, resulting in partial electrolyte gasification, which will
stretches the battery shell. The temperature reaching ignition point
of internal material will lead to explosive combustion.
2) Overcharge of battery. Overcharge of battery may precipitate
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