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©NFPA 2022 The Problem • Damaged or defective batteries can over heat, catch fire, or explode. • Lithium-ion battery fires give off toxic gases and they burn extremely hot. Safety Tips • Only purchase and use devices, batteries, and charging equipment that are listed by a nationally recognized testing lab and labeled accordingly. • Always follow the instructions from the manufacturer. • Only use the battery and the charger that were designed for, and came with, the device. • Do not keep charging the device or device battery after it is fully charged. • Only charge one device or device battery at a time to prevent overloading the circuit. • Keep batteries at room temperature when possible. Do not charge them at tem peratures below 32°F (0°C) or above 105°F (40°C). • Do not store batteries in direct sunlight or inside hot vehicles, and keep them away from children and liquids. • Store e-bikes, e-scooters, and batteries away from exit doors and anything that can get hot or catch fire. • Only have device repairs performed by a qualified professional. • Do not put lithium-ion batteries in the trash. Recycling is always the best option. Take the batteries to a battery recycling location or contact your local waste department for disposal instructions. Signs of a Problem Stop using the e-bike or e-scooter if you notice any of these problems with the battery: unusual odor, change in color, too much heat, change in shape, leaking, smoking, or not keeping a charge. The popularity of electric bikes and electric scooters (e-bikes and e-scooters) has taken off over the past few years. Lithium-ion batteries are usually the source of power for both, and if not used correctly, or if damaged, those batteries can catch on fire or explode. Whether you use e-bikes or e-scooters as your main way of getting around, or just for fun, there are important safety tips to keep in mind when charging or storing these devices. Visit nfpa.org/ebikes LEARN MORE Safety Safety E-Bike and E-Scooter E-Bike and E-Scooter If you see a fire … Leave the building immediately. Don’t try to fight the fire. Call 911. ! ! !