Frequently Asked Questions What increases the possibility for alkaline battery leakage?
Typically alkaline batteries will not leak under normal stoarage and/or usage conditions. The potential for leakage is significantly increased, however, if the batteries are subjected to charging, mixing of battery chemistries, mixing of fresh and used batteries, physical damage, extended exposure to high temperature or deep discharge. Alkaline battery leakage is extremely caustic and contact with bare skin should be avoided. In the event that battery leakage comes in contact with your skin, flush the area for 15 minutes with copious amounts of water and seek medical attention. How can I test batteries to see if they’re still good? A battery tester (loaded voltmeter) is a simple and effective way to determine if a battery is “good” or “bad.” Most testers place an appropriate load on the batteries and then read the voltage. A voltmeter without a load can give very misleading information and is not recommended for this purpose. Note that testers are typically not capable of providing rel
