Special provision 598

The following are not subject to the requirements of ADR: (a) New storage batteries when: -They are secured in such a way that they cannot slip, fall or be damaged; -They are provided with carrying devices, unless they are suitably stacked, e.g. on pallets; -There are no dangerous traces of alkalis or acids on the outside; -They are protected against short circuits; (b) Used storage batteries when: -Their cases are undamaged; -They are secured in such a way that they cannot leak, slip, fall or be damaged, e.g. by stacking on pallets; -There are no dangerous traces of alkalis or acids on the outside of the articles; -They are protected against short circuits. "Used storage batteries" means storage batteries carried for recycling at the end of their normal service life.