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 a lot of energy.
Misuse can cause fires or explosions, which can lead to serious personal and material accidents.
STOP CHARGING immediately:
Place Lithium-Ion Batteries and charger on a concrete floor outdoors, away from the house and any other flammable materials. DO NOT reuse the batteries, and make sure the batteries are properly disposed. 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 a certain 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.
Protection circuitry incorporated in both the Lithium-Ion Battery Packs and their dedicated chargers is essential to prevent short circuits, overcharging, and overheating that can result in battery venting, fire, and explosion.
If Lithium-Ion Batteries are charged individually, ALWAYS correctly align the plus (+) and minus (–) terminals. 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 batteries may be damaged.
DO NOT overcharge Lithium-Ion Batteries. Lithium-Ion Batteries and Battery Packs should not be charged overnight.
Your charger may possibly shut down after a period of time. See your charger manual for additional information.
STOP CHARGING immediately:
Place Lithium-Ion Batteries and charger on a concrete floor outdoor - away from the 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 suspected internal damage. 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 individual Lithium-Ion Batteries. If individual Lithium-Ion Batteries are used in a device, ALWAYS properly insert batteries and align the plus (+) and minus (–) terminals correctly.
Devices with two or more batteries may function even if one battery is not properly aligned, but this can result in fire or damage to your device.
Individual Lithium-Ion Batteries cannot offer the same level of protection as Lithium-Ion Battery Packs.
ONLY use battery or battery packs specified for use with your device.
These safeguards prevent overheating, fire, and explosion by automatically turning off the power. Samsung SDI is not aware of any e–cigarette, vaporizer, or battery-powered fan on the market that has the proper safeguards to safely use Lithium-Ion Batteries as the power source. Currently, device manufacturers are not required to include necessary safeguards to prevent 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 or combine batteries of different types, sizes, or from different manufacturers. 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 does 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. If the partially charged batteries come in contact with other batteries or metal objects, the remaining stored energy could discharge and cause a fire or explosion.
Fire may cause the batteries to explode, resulting in a chemical burn and serious injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING