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Replacement Parts Appendix B
Disposal
For disposal, batteries must be packaged and shipped in accordance with
transportation regulations, to a proper disposal site. The U.S. Department of
Transportation authorizes shipment of “Lithium batteries for disposal” by motor
vehicle only in regulation 173.1015 of CFR 49 (effective January 5, 1983). For
additional information contact:
U.S. Department of Transportation
Research and Special Programs Administration
400 Seventh Street, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20590
Although the Environmental Protection Agency at this time has no regulations
specific to lithium batteries, the material contained may be considered toxic,
reactive, or corrosive. The person disposing of the material is responsible for any
hazard created in doing so. State and local regulations may exist regarding the
disposal of these materials.
For a lithium battery product safety data sheet, contact the manufacturer:
Sanyo Energy Corporation Tadarand U.S. Battery Division
2001 Sanyo Avenue 2 Seaview Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92173 Port Washington, NY 11050
(619) 661-4801 (516) 621-4980
ATTENTION: Do not incinerate or dispose of lithium batteries in
general trash collection. Explosion or violent rupture is possible.
Batteries should be collected for disposal in a manner to prevent
against short-circuiting, compacting, or destruction of case
integrity and hermetic seal.