The Samsung SDI production process prioritizes product safety and ensures the highest product quality.
While cylindrical Lithium-Ion Batteries may appear similar to other types of batteries, the higher energy density in combination with flammable organic electrolyte, rather than traditional aqueous electrolyte, may pose an increased risk of harm if not handled properly as compared to other battery chemistries.
Samsung SDI is not liable for death, serious injury, or property damage related to the charging, use and handling of Lithium-Ion Batteries inconsistent with the safety procedures and practices below.
Lithium-Ion Batteries store large amounts of energy.
If not used and handled properly, Lithium-Ion Batteries may cause fire or explosion and result in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
STOP CHARGING immediately:
Place Lithium-Ion Batteries and charger outside on concrete surface away from house or other flammable materials. DO NOT use again and dispose of batteries. See “Proper Disposal” section.
Retain the original product literature that came with your device and its charger for future reference.
A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack could increase the risk of fire when used with another type of battery pack. Safeguards in both Lithium-Ion Battery Packs and Lithium-Ion Battery chargers may prevent short circuiting, overcharging, and overheating that could result in fire and explosion.
The electrical current from USB ports, cigarette lighter outlets, phone, tablet, or other chargers may be too high for your Lithium-Ion Batteries or Battery Packs and could result in thermal runaway and fire or explosion. Thermal runaway can occur if the internal battery temperature rises to a temperature that causes new exothermic reactions that generate more heat. This additional heat can cause the reactions to occur faster and may lead to fire or explosion.
Protection circuitry incorporated in both the Lithium-Ion Battery Packs and their dedicated chargers is essential to provide a system to prevent short circuiting, overcharging, and overheating that can result in battery venting, fire, and explosion.
If Lithium-Ion Batteries are to be charged individually, ALWAYS align the plus (+) and minus (–) terminals correctly. ALWAYS insert batteries into the charger in the proper orientation.
Individual Lithium-Ion Batteries cannot offer the same level of protection as Lithium-Ion Battery Packs.
Adult supervision required. Proper monitoring may prevent short circuits, overcharging, and overheating that can result in battery venting, fire, and explosion.
If the temperature is too high or too low, your batteries may be damaged. If the humidity is too high, your battery may be damaged.
DO NOT overcharge Lithium-Ion Batteries. Lithium-Ion Batteries and Battery Packs should not be charged overnight.
It is possible that your charger may shut down after a period of time. See your charger manual for additional information.
STOP CHARGING immediately:
Place Lithium-Ion Batteries and charger outside on concrete surface away from house or other flammable materials. DO NOT use again and dispose of batteries. See “Proper Disposal” section.
NEVER use a Lithium-Ion Battery or Battery Pack with visible damage or if you suspect internal damage may have occurred. NEVER remove outer plastic cover or use a battery or battery pack with a damaged cover. DO NOT use again and dispose of batteries. See “Proper Disposal” section.
ALWAYS confirm that your device has the proper safeguards for the use of individual Lithium-Ion Batteries.
If individual Lithium-Ion Batteries are to be used in a device, ALWAYS insert batteries properly and align the plus (+) and minus (–) terminals correctly. If your device has two or more batteries, it may function even if one battery is not properly aligned and result in fire or damage to your device.
Individual Lithium-Ion Batteries cannot offer the same level of protection as Lithium-Ion Battery Packs.
DO NOT use any battery or battery pack not specified for use with your device.
These safeguards can automatically turn off the power and may prevent overheating and fire or explosion. Samsung SDI is not aware of any e-cigarette, vaporizer, or battery powered fan on the market that have the proper safeguards to safely use Lithium-Ion Batteries as the power source. Currently, there are no requirements for manufacturers of these devices to include the necessary safeguards for over current, overcharge, or low voltage protection.
To ask if a Samsung SDI Lithium-Ion Battery may be used in a particular product, please submit your question using our website:
http://www.samsungsdi.com/cs-center-inquiry.html
See “Proper Charging” section.
A combination of old and new batteries may result in fire or explosion.
NEVER use different types or sizes of batteries or batteries from different manufacturers together. Mixing different types (e.g. alkaline, nickel-metal hydride, nickel-cadmium, etc.), sizes, or capacities may result in fire or explosion.
NEVER use or charge Lithium-Ion Batteries or Battery Packs if the voltage is less than 2.5 V/cell. When the time between charges significantly decreases, check the voltage of the Lithium-Ion Batteries or Battery Packs before charging.
To Prevent Fire:
Battery packs should have safeguards to prevent thermal runaway.
Individual Lithium-Ion Batteries cannot offer the same level of protection as Lithium-Ion Battery Packs.
Forcing Lithium-Ion Batteries to discharge may result in leaks, fire or explosion.
Removing battery packs from devices does not enhance safety.
Pack spare batteries in carry-on baggage. Flight crew members may be able to better monitor conditions in the passenger compartment to prevent an incident, and, if an incident did occur, may be able to access fire extinguishers quickly.
ALWAYS store Lithium-Ion Batteries:
Batteries may leak if left in the device for extended periods of time.
After extended periods of storage, always check the voltage of the batteries or battery pack prior to charging. NEVER use or charge batteries or battery packs if the voltage is less than 2.5 V/cell.
Consult your local waste authority for information about recycling or disposal options. You may be able to bring Lithium-Ion Batteries and Battery Packs to local stores for proper disposal.
Used batteries may still have a partial charge remaining. If the partially charged batteries come in contact, the remaining stored energy could discharge and cause a fire.
Fire may cause the batteries to explode result in chemical burns and serious injury.