MNC-0600-001
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Revision C
Preventive Maintenance
Caution
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect
type. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to comply could
result in equipment damage.
Battery Disposal Instructions
General Information
Replacement battery part number: 490-0008-001
Disposal of spent batteries should be performed by an authorized,
professional disposal company which has the knowledge of the
requirements of the Federal, the State and Local authorities
regarding hazardous materials, transportation and waste disposal. It
is recommended that you contact your local EPA office.
Europe
The European Community (EC) has issued two directives:
91/157/EEC and 93/86/EEC. These directives are implemented
differently by each member country. Therefore, in each country the
manufacturers, importers and users are responsible for the proper
disposal or recycling of batteries.
In accordance with these directives, the TL-5242/W battery contains
no dangerous substances. The reaction products are inorganic and
do not represent environmental hazards once the decomposition or
neutralization process has terminated.
United States
Lithium batteries are neither specifically listed nor exempted from
the Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hazardous
waste regulations as conveyed by the resources Conservation and
Recovery Act (RCRA). The only metal of possible concern in the cell
is the lithium metal that is not listed or characterized as a toxic
hazardous waste. A significant amount of spent cells, and batteries
that are untreated and not fully discharged, are considered as
reactive hazardous waste.
Hazardous waste of spent cells and batteries can be disposed of
after they are first neutralized through an approved secondary
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