Weed Eater LT 20V Owner Manual - Page 21
Environmentally, Battery, Disposal
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ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL The following toxic and corrosive materials are in the batteries used in this trimmer battery pack: Lithium, a toxic material. WARNING All toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner to prevent contamination of the environment. Before disposing of damaged or worn out lithium-ion battery packs, contact your local waste disposal agency, or the local Environmental Protection Agency for information and specific instructions. Take the batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal centre, certified for lithium disposal. ^WARNING If the battery pack cracks or breaks, with or without leaks, do not recharge it and do not use. Dispose of it and replace with a new battery pack. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT! To avoid injury and risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, and to avoid damage to the environment: • Cover the battery's terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape. • DO NOT attempt to remove or destroy any of the battery pack components. • DO NOT attempt to open the battery pack. • If a leak develops, the released electrolytes are corrosive and toxic. DO NOT get the solution in the eyes or on skin, and do not swallow It. • DO NOT place these batteries in your regular household trash. • DO NOT incinerate. • DO NOT place them where they will become part of any waste landfill or municipal solid waste stream. • Take them to a certified recycling or disposal centre. 21