BE WARNED! Lithium ion batteries are statistically quite safe, and fires are rare — but they store a large amount of energy in a very small space, so the danger is real. How you use and recharge devices that contain lithium ion batteries could have a significant impact on fire risks.
Source: Bottomline Personal, May 1, 2017.
Advice from the National Fire Protection Association.
- Do not rest a device with a lithium ion battery on a bed, couch, pillow or other textile as it charges
- If you need to replace a lithium ion battery or its charging cord, purchase the same brand
- Don’t leave devices that contain lithium ion batteries in direct sunlight or in parked cars
- If you notice an odd odor coming from the device and/or it feels unusually hot to the touch, report it
- If you see smoke or flames coming from the device unplug it and submerge in water