[RE-wrenches] Lithium battery fires

[Sindelar Solar]

I would start by choosing my lithium technology carefully. I have only 
installed Blue Ion LiFP batteries, and have relied on Blue Planet's 
assurances that lithium ferrous sulfate technology is non-flammable and 
thus safe in residential applications.
Allan

On 3/12/2022 1:11 PM, Dana Orzel wrote:
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> https://www.euronews.com/2022/03/01/massive-cargo-ship-carrying-electric-cars-sinks-in-atlantic-ocean-after-fire
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> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWq-Mq1Uqpw
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> NTSB video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6eS6JzBn0k
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> Without trying to be a fear monger but definitely concerned as an 
> installer –
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> This ship caught fire carrying both conventional & electric vehicles & 
> Sank
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> On this note and various numerous U-tube videos of lithium car fires, 
> Should we be concerned with installing lithium batteries in homes?
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> What would our liability be in the event of a home fire?
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> Ours or the manufacturer?
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> What would happen to our liability insurance rates if there is a rash 
> of fires?
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> Any thoughts as we all install more lithium batteries in homes?
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> Dana Orzel                              Great Solar Works, Inc.
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*Allan Sindelar*
allan at sindelarsolar.com <mailto:allan at sindelarsolar.com>
New Mexico EE98J Journeyman Electrician
Founder (Retired), Positive Energy, Inc.
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