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Lithium-ion Battery Guidance

27 April 2023

Pros and cons of
Lithium-Ion Batteries

By Paul Knox-Johnston Sales & Marketing Manager (Marine)

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Helpful tips and advice from the industry experts

As Lithium-ion batteries continue to make headlines for the wrong reasons, British Marine have established an industry powered working group to discuss the pros and cons of these batteries.

Our very own Paul Knox-Johnston, Marine Marketing & Business Development Manager, Tony Malkin, Senior Underwriter and Karl Davis, Technical Claims Manager, are lending their expertise and industry knowledge to help raise awareness of how to safely use Lithium-ion batteries on your boat.

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#1
USE A PROFESSIONAL

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#2
ONLY USE THE RIGHT KIT

#3
STORE BATTERIES CAREFULLY

Store batteries correctly following manufacturer instructions. Keep in a ventilated area, away from heat, water, and vibration.

#4
DON'T MIX AND MATCH

#5
HAVE THE RIGHT FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM

Text on image recommends immediate removal of damaged batteries, placing them in fireproof containers due to combustion risk.

#6
REMOVE DAMAGED BATTERIES

#7
DISCONNECT WHEN FINISHED CHARGING

#8
RECERTIFY YOUR VESSEL IF CE OR UKCA MARKED

#9
DON'T FORGET TO TELL YOUR INSURER

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Pros and cons of Lithium-Ion Batteries

Helpful tips and advice from the industry experts

#1 USE A PROFESSIONAL

#2ONLY USE THE RIGHT KIT

#3 STORE BATTERIES CAREFULLY

#4 DON'T MIX AND MATCH

#5 HAVE THE RIGHT FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM

#6 REMOVE DAMAGED BATTERIES

#7DISCONNECT WHEN FINISHED CHARGING

#8RECERTIFY YOUR VESSEL IF CE OR UKCA MARKED

#9DON'T FORGET TO TELL YOUR INSURER

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