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Battery safety: Lithium-ion batteries - Canada.ca
Apr 19, 2025
legacy-hc-2025-04-21
ID 240092
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Battery safety: Lithium-ion batteries - Canada.ca
Jan 1, 2026
hc-20260101
ID 404660
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--- +++ @@ -38,30 +38,27 @@ don't use batteries that: are swollen or dented-have torn, plastic wrappers+have torn plastic wrappers show other signs of damage or wear-Keep your batteries in a safe place, out of sight and reach from children. If you carry batteries with you, keep them in a protective, non-metal case.-Keep batteries stored in a-dry-location at room temperature. Do not:+Store your batteries:+at room temperature+in a dry location+out of sight and reach from children+If you carry batteries with you, keep them in a protective non-metal case.+Do not: leave batteries out in the sun or in a hot or cold car let moisture form on either end of the battery's terminals Charging+Charge your batteries according to manufacturer instructions.+Charge your device:+at room temperature where you can see it+away from soft surfaces, like a couch or bed, that can trap heat around the battery and cause the device to overheat+away from exit doors in case of fire Do not-charge your battery for longer than the recommended charging time. Overcharging can cause your battery to overheat, which can lead to fires or explosions.-Charge your device at room temperature where you can see it. Soft surfaces, like a couch or bed, can trap heat around the battery and cause the device to overheat.-Charge your battery-before-it drops below 30% to help it last longer and work safely.-Do not-keep it plugged in and charged at 100% for long periods.-Unlike older types of batteries, you-do not-need to fully discharge lithium-ion batteries. This may actually harm them.-Charge your product away from exit doors in case of fire.+charge your battery for longer than recommended. Overcharging can cause your battery to overheat, which can lead to fires or explosions. Original and replacement chargers Use the charger that came with your device. If you need to replace your charger, buy it from a trusted source and make sure the voltage and current are compatible with your device.-Contact the original product manufacturer if you need a replacement charger for higher voltage items like e-bikes, remote control cars and power tools.+Contact the original product manufacturer or product retailer if you need a replacement charger for higher voltage items like e-bikes, remote control cars and power tools. Only use chargers that have one of the recognized Canadian certification marks , such as:@@ -94,23 +91,24 @@ e-mobility devices such as e-scooters, e-bikes and mobility aids battery powered lawnmowers and snowblowers energy storage systems used to store solar and wind energy-Incidents with these larger and more powerful batteries can be more severe and the fires harder to extinguish.+Incidents with these larger and more powerful batteries can be more severe and the fires harder to extinguish. Always use and store your batteries according to manufacturer's instructions. Use-Use the original lithium-ion batteries that came with your product. Contact the original manufacturer if you need replacement batteries. If you cannot reach the original manufacturer, contact the product retailer.+Use the original battery and charger that came with your product. Contact the original manufacturer or product retailer if you need a replacement battery. Bring batteries to room temperature before using them. Do not attempt to charge in below-zero temperatures.-Do not-attempt to modify lithium-ion batteries. Modifying lithium-ion batteries can destabilize them and increase the risk of overheating, fire and explosion.+Never modify, tamper with or build your own lithium-ion batteries. Modifying lithium-ion batteries can destabilize them and increase the risk of overheating, fire and explosion.+Do not use a damaged or modified battery. Dispose of batteries that are worn out or show signs of damage. Read and follow any other guidelines provided by the manufacturer. Storage Store lithium-ion batteries with about a 50% charge when not in use for long periods of time. Check them every 3 months to make sure they haven't lost their charge, and charge them back up to 50% if they have.-Store lithium-ion batteries at temperatures-between 5 and 20°C-in a room with low humidity. If your product has removable batteries, you may need to remove them from the product for storage during hotter or colder months.-Store lithium-ion batteries+Store lithium-ion batteries in a+dry+location away from :+direct sunlight+extreme temperatures other types of batteries flammable or explosive materials Do not@@ -118,7 +116,7 @@ Damaged batteries can cause internal short circuits, which can lead to an explosion. Disposal Batteries are considered hazardous waste. Do not place them in household garbage.-Contact your municipality for instructions on how to safely dispose of lithium-ion batteries.+Check with your municipality on how to safely dispose of lithium-ion batteries. Related links Battery safety Button batteries@@ -130,5 +128,4 @@ Shipping and importing devices containing lithium batteries (Canada Post) Page details-Date modified:-2024-11-26+2025-12-24