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While most e-cycles and their batteries are very safe in normal use, lithium battery packs can, particularly if of poor quality or when damaged or improperly used, cause serious fires.

This guidance provides safety advice for e-cycle users. It covers:

• how to safely purchase an e-cycle
• safe storage and charging of an e-cycle
• the warning signs for fire risk and what to do
• disposing of batteries responsibly