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A C02 or an approved Class-D fire extinguisher is
recommended. See para 2-4.u
f.
Storage. See para 2-5.
g.
Transportation requirements. See para 26 for
packaging, marking and labeling requirements.
(1) BA-5372/U is not regulated under Title 49
CFR, Part 172.101 HMT; see 49 CFR, Part 173.185(i).
(2). BA-5516/U1 multi-cell Li-MnO2 batteries
MUST be shipped for disposal in accordance with Title 49
CFR, Part 172.101 HMT and 49 CFR, Part 173.1850).
(a) Packaging: All CECOM procured batteries
meet the requirements of 49 CFR, Part 173.1850)(1) (i.e., cells
contain less than 12.0 grams of Li). They may be shipped for
disposal by motor vehicle only. When packaged, batteries
MUST be protected from external short circuits and packaged
in a strong outer packaging.
Figure 4-1. CORROSIVE label
(b) Marking and labeling: Proper shipping
(2) LA batteries may be recycled under
name: Lithium battery, ; Hazard Class: 9; UNID: UN3090;
provisions of Title 40, CFR, Part 266.80. Many states ban land
Packing Group: II; label in accordance with 49 CFR, Part
disposal and regulate recycling of LA batteries. Recycling is
172.446: CLASS 9 label; see figure 4-2.
recommended; see appendix E.
(3) In states with bioassay requirements, LA
batteries are classified as HW, and disposition/disposal may
be through your local servicing DRMO or via local contract.
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Lithium-Manganese Dioxide (Li-MnO2) Batteries
Li-MnO2 batteries are primary (non-rechargeable) batteries.
The cell has a solid cathode of manganese dioxide (MnO2).
BA-5372/U has two cells/battery, each
containing
approximately 0.14 grams (g) of lithium (Li). BA-5516/U has
nine cells, each containing approximately 0.49 g of Li.
a.
Chemical characterization.
(1) Anode: Lithium (Li).
(2) Cathode: Manganese dioxide (MnO2).
(3) Electrolyte: Organic solvent (propylene
carbonate and 1, 2 dimethoxyethane) solution of lithium
perchlorate (LiCI0O4).
Figure 4-2. Class 9 label
b.
Type number BA-5372/U and BA-5516/U
h.
Disposition and disposal. DO NOT accumulate
c.
Solid waste characterization.
and store waste batteries for disposal for more than 90 days.
(1) Under federal RCRA: NHSW.
See para 2-7 for general requirements.
(2) Bioassay findings: HW in states which
(1) Dispose of Li-MnO2 batteries as NHSW, in
utilize bioassay characterization criteria for HW identification.
accordance with RCRA regulations. These batteries may be
Presently AK, CA, MN, RI and WA utilize this criteria.
disposed with general refuse.
d.
Handling. See para 2-3.
(2) In states with bioassay requirements, Li-
e.
Fire control/suppression.
MnO2 batteries are classified as HW, and disposition/disposal
may be through your local servicing DRMO or via local
WARNING
contract.
Halon fire extinguishers SHALL NOT be
used to combat fires involving Li-MnO2
batteries.
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