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3.3 Determining Battery Manufacturing Date
The battery manufacturing date can be found on the serial
number label. The first two digits in the serial number is a
code for the factory, digit three and four represents the
year and the fifth and sixth digit represents the week. The
serial number ends with five digits which is a unique
number for each product.
Example:
Serial number XX183900123 means that the
product is manufactured in the 39th week of year 2018 and
is issued with its unique number 00123.
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Installation and Handling
4.1
Battery Safety and Environmental Information
For full information please read the Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS). The MSDS document may be downloaded
from the NorthStar website www.northstarbattery.com
When dealing with Lithium-Ion Batteries some additional
safety information is required.
Please read and observe the installation and
operation instructions.
When working on batteries wear appropriate
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Refer
to battery SDS for complete list.
Do not expose the battery to an open
flame or other ignition source.
Battery terminals are always energized and,
if short-circuited, cause electrical arcing.
Always use insulated tools.
Batteries are heavy objects. Use proper
handling equipment safety gear during
installation.
Inappropriate lithium-ion battery disposal
can result in environmental
contamination. Please dispose of
batteries according to regulations.
Battery may be returned, shipping pre-
paid, to the manufacturer or any
distributor for recycling.
4.2
Handling
Warning!
Improper handling of batteries can cause
them to short-circuit, which can result in
serious injury due to high energy levels.
Exercise the necessary care when working
with batteries. Remove any items that can
cause short circuits, such as, rings and
bracelets.
Warning!
High energy levels are present in the battery
unit. Improper handling of the unit can lead
to short circuits that can result in serious
injury. Exercise care when working with this
unit.
Warning!
Batteries can leak electrolytes if mishandled.
Electrolytes in contact with skin or eyes
can cause injury. In the event of an
electrolyte-induced injury, rinse the affected
area with water and immediately seek
medical attention. Use protective equipment
when replacing batteries.
