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5-10 Transportation.
NOTE
The lead-acid batteries are very heavy, and must
be restrained to ensure they remain properly
stowed if subjected to sudden acceleration or braking.
a. Sealed lead-acid batteries are filled with electrolyte and are supplied and
stored as "filled and charged batteries". It is not necessary or possible to fill
them with water when they are first put into service.
b. This special feature unlike open lead-acid batteries containing liquid sulfuric
acid, sealed lead-acid batteries need not to be regarded as "electrolyte
containers" to which special hazard regulations apply.
C. However, to avoid short circuits, sealed lead-acid batteries should be
transported in packed condition, use cardboard cartons belonging to a
particular type is to pack.
5-11 Withdrawing From Service and Disposal.
a. Batteries using gelled electrolyte need no special measures when withdrawing
them from service and disposal.
b. Dispose of batteries withdrawn from service in accordance with local, EPA and
State Regulations.
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