Message From Fire and Emergency NZ Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) batteries are everywhere, from e-bikes, e-scooters to vapes and power tools. They are light, compact, and long-lasting, but can be a fire hazard if they are damaged, mishandled, or improperly disposed of. Fire safety tips • • Do your research. Only purchase and use devices and equipment from reputable manufacturers and suppliers. • • Only use chargers and batteries supplied with the device, or certified third-party charging equipment compatible with the battery specifications (same voltage and current). • • Charge e-scooters and e-bikes away from exits and should be stored and charged outside or in a garage, shed, carport, away from living spaces. • • Charge smaller devices, such as vapes, phones, and laptops, on a hard, flat surface - when you’re home and awake. • • Do not overcharge your batteries. When your item is fully charged, disconnect it from the charger. Never store or leave batteries or devices in areas where they can be exposed to heat, moisture, direct sunlight or in parked vehicles where they can quickly heat up. If a small battery or device such as a vape or phone starts overheating • • Unplug it from the power outlet. • • Move it outside, away from any flammable material and windows or doorways. • • Small devices can be dropped into a bucket of water if this can be done safely. If your device starts to smoke or release fumes, evacuate immediately to a safe location and call 111. If a device or battery starts to smoke or emit flames • • Evacuate immediately and close doors (if safe) to slow the spread of fire. • • Once in a safe location, call 111 and wait for firefighters to arrive. Never go back inside, for any reason. Battery gases, vapour and smoke are highly toxic and flammable and must not be inhaled. Battery disposal • • Do not put lithium-ion batteries in the rubbish. • • Recycling is always the best option – contact your • • local council for a recycling location. • • Do not leave discarded batteries in piles. 13 Page NS Waitakere
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