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Some bicycle shelters have dedicated charging points for electric bikes but many people take the battery to their workplace to recharge. This is not a problem if you follow the guidelines below when doing so. That way we keep it safe!

• Always use the bike battery's original charger. 
• Store batteries in a fireproof place (not on paper, etc.) and away from other batteries. 
• Always put your battery on a flat and stable surface while charging. Also make sure there is nothing on or under the battery that can catch fire. 
• Charge your battery whenever possible when you are near it. Should the battery overheat, you can quickly disconnect the charger from the power supply.
• Did the battery overheat anyway? Before using your e-bike or e-scooter again, contact your cycle specialist. They can see if your battery is damaged. 
   

Lithium-ion batteries come in many different shapes and sizes. Although they are versatile and efficient, they can become unstable under certain conditions, such as:

• Overcharging or deep discharge
• Exposure to extremely high or low temperatures (-20°C to 60°C)
• Internal damage such as falling
• Short circuit, assembly errors or aging

If an internal short circuit or overheating occurs, the lithium in the battery may ignite. This can lead to an explosive combustion of the battery (called thermal runaway). This fierce fire is difficult to fight and can last for a long time. This releases highly toxic substances such as hydrogen fluoride and lithium hydroxide.

Because of these risks, it is important to store lithium-ion batteries safely in special, fireproof storage facilities.

When buying a lithium-ion battery, these are important points to watch out for:

• Maximum endurance load: check that the maximum load is clearly stated. This is because the life of a battery depends greatly on how heavily it is loaded. Keep in mind that batteries wear out over time.
• CE mark: make sure the battery has a CE mark. This is mandatory within the EU and indicates that the product meets legal safety requirements.
• Instructions for use: check whether an instruction manual is present and whether it is written in a language you can understand.

Always use the battery according to the supplier's instructions. This prevents misuse and helps keep the battery safe and efficient.

Campus & Facilities provides safe and responsible disposal of chemical waste. To dispose of a broken lithium-ion battery, follow the guidelines below:

• Tape off poles: tape the poles of the battery individually to prevent short circuits before disposing of them in the battery bin.
• Report: request disposal of a battery through the Service Centr.e This department will take care of further processing.

You do not need to report the disposal of ordinary batteries. You can dispose of them in the designated battery bins. The locations can be found here: Waste separation

Lithium-ion batteries can ignite violently and the gases released in the process are toxic. Avoid inhaling these gases. Signs such as leaking fluid, heat, strong smell, smoke or sparks indicate that there is (probably) a problem with the battery or battery.

Act immediately if a battery overheats, leaks, smokes, bulges or burns.

1. Unplug and disconnect the charger from the device
2. Call the internal Radboud emergency number 024 36 55555. Report the situation and state clearly that it is a lithium battery. When doing so, also give your name and phone number and the location (building and room) of the incident.

Additional measures you can take, but only if it is safe to do so:

• Take the device outside and keep it away from flammable materials.

Always follow the instructions of attending FAFS officers or security.