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4. Operation
4.1
General use
When handling lithium batteries, always observe
the instructions and hazard warnings provided by
the battery manufacturer.
Always keep the Li-SAFE BOX closed and only
open it for the short time required for filling or
emptying.
Packaging steps:
1. Visually inspect before each use.
2. Always secure the open contacts of the lithium
batteries against short circuiting (e.g. by cover-
ing them with insulation tape).
3. Batteries should always be fully surrounded by
special cushions and should not be in direct
contact with the sides of the Li-SAFE BOX and
adjacent batteries.
4. Insert the batteries centrally and observe
maximum distances from the exterior walls.
Position the malleable special cushions to
prevent movement of the lithium batteries in
the Li-SAFE BOX.
5. Protect each lithium battery against touching
adjacent lithium batteries using the malleable
special cushions.
6. The lithium batteries must be completely
enclosed by the non-flammable inner lining,
and the free space must be completely filled. If
necessary, order additional malleable special
cushions as accessories and use them.
7. After reaching the maximum filling level, close
the Li-SAFE BOX firmly with both spring
fasteners. Ensure that the inner lining is not
pinched.
In the case of prolonged or frequent use, it is rec-
ommended to wear suitable PPE (e.g. face mask,
gloves).
In order to avoid contaminating the inner lining with
leaking electrolyte fluid, plastic bags are recom-
mended.
If there is visible damage to the plastic box or the
fire protection inner lining, the Li-SAFE BOX may
not be used again until corrective actions have
been discussed with CEMO.
To protect against unauthorised access, a padlock
or combination lock can be attached (e.g. during
the transport process).
4.2
Storage
If the Li-SAFE BOX is filled with lithium batteries:
1. only put it down on a non-flammable surface;
2. observe a sufficient distance from flammable
materials and objects (0.5–2.5 metres);
3. the installation of a smoke detector is recom-
mended.
Important!
Despite the completed battery fire tests,
the possibility of fire outbreaks cannot be
completely excluded, especially in the
case of multiple, fully charged or more
powerful batteries.
These are minimum requirements; depending on
the storage capacities and local conditions, further
safety measures may be required. These instruc-
tions make no claim to completeness.
Currently, there are no public provisions con-
cerning the storage of lithium batteries. Lithium
batteries are products in accordance with REACH
and are therefore by definition not hazardous
substances. However, everyone agrees that lithium
batteries should be treated and stored like hazard-
ous substances on site. Depending on the situation
on site, however, further provisions may apply, e.g.
from building law or from insurance contract law.
Recommendations are derived from: TRGS 510
(version dated: 2021), VdS 3103 (version dated:
2019), stipulations in the respective manufacturer
and safety data sheets.
As a rule, only batteries which are undamaged
and have been tested in accordance with UN38.3
should be located inside buildings. According
to relevant safety recommendations, defective/
damaged lithium batteries should therefore only
be stored in places where they cannot cause any
damage in the case of fire or damage.
As opposed to storage in a building, positioning in
a covered outside area (e.g. hazardous substanc-
es depot) is recommended due to the improved
ventilation.
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