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Avoid setup in direct proximity of strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields, trans
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mitter aerials or HF generators. This can affect the control electronics.
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Ensure that the cables are not crushed or damaged by sharp edges. Never place
any objects on the cables.
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Do not place any containers filled with liquid, vases or plants, on or next to the
charger/mains cable.
When these liquids get into the charger (or the plug connections of the mains
cable), the charger will be destroyed and there is a most severe danger of poten
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tially fatal electric shock or fire.
If the charger is operated via the mains cable, first switch off the mains voltage
for the mains socket to which the mains cable is connected (switch off the corre
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sponding circuit breaker or take out the fuse, then switch off the fault interrupter
protection switch (FI circuit breaker) so that the mains socket is separated from the
mains voltage on all poles). Only then unplug the mains plug of the mains cable
from the mains socket.
If the charger is operated via the DC input (11 - 18 V/DC), disconnect the charger
from the voltage/power supply.
Then disconnect the connected rechargeable battery from the charger. Do not use
the charger again - bring it to a specialist workshop.
d) Operation
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The charger may be operated either via the mains voltage (100 - 240 V/AC,
50/60 Hz) or via a stabilised direct voltage of 11 - 18 V/DC (e.g. via an external
vehicle lead battery or a suitable mains adapter).
Use only one of the two connection types, but never both at once. This may da
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mage the charger.
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Do not wear any metal or conductive materials, such as jewellery (necklaces,
bracelets, rings, etc.) while you are working with the charger or batteries. A short-
circuit at the rechargeable battery or charging cable poses a danger of burns and
explosion.
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Do not operate the product unattended. Despite a considerable number of protec
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tive circuits, it is impossible to exclude the possibility of malfunctions or problems
during the charging process.
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Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation during operation. Never cover up the
charger. Leave enough of a distance (at least 20 cm) between charger and other
objects. Overheating causes a danger of fire!
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The charger must only be used to charge (or discharge) rechargeable batteries
of types NiMH, NiCd, LiIon/LiPo/LiFe/LiHv and lead batteries. Never charge any
other rechargeable battery types or non-rechargeable batteries. There is great
danger of fire or explosion!
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Always connect the charging cable to the charger first. Only then must the rechar
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geable battery be connected to the charging cable.
When disconnecting, proceed in reverse order - first disconnect the rechargeable
battery from the charging cable, then the charging cable from the charger.
If the order is chosen incorrectly, there may be a short-circuit of the charger plugs;
there is a danger of fire and explosion!
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Never connect several charges to each other.
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Never charge more than one rechargeable battery/battery pack at the same time.
Always connect one single rechargeable battery/battery pack to the charger.
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Only operate the product in moderate climate, never in tropical climate. For more
information on acceptable environmental conditions, see the chapter “Technical
Data”.
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Never operate the device immediately after it was taken from a cold room to a
warm room. The resulting condensation may lead to malfunctions or damage!
Let the product reach room temperature before taking it into operation again. This
may take several hours!
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Avoid operation in direct proximity of strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields,
transmitter aerials or HF generators. This can affect the control electronics.
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If you have reason to believe that the device can no longer be operated safely,
disconnect it immediately and make sure it is not operated unintentionally.
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Disconnect the charger from the voltage/current supply. Do not use the product
any more after this, but take it to a specialised workshop or dispose of it in an
environmentally compatible manner.
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It can be assumed that operation without danger is no longer possible if the device
has any visible damage, the device no longer works, after extended storage under
unsuitable conditions or after difficult transport conditions.
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Keep the entire product at a dry, cool, clean site that is not accessible to children.
Rechargeable Battery Notes
Although use of rechargeable batteries in everyday life is a matter of course
today, there are many dangers and problems. In particular, with LiPo/LiIon/
LiFe/LiHv rechargeable batteries with their high energy content (in comparison
with conventional NiCd or NiMH rechargeable batteries), various regulations
must be observed in order to avoid the danger of explosion and fire.
For this reason, always ensure that you have read and understood the
following information and safety information when handling rechargeable
batteries.
If the manufacturer of the rechargeable battery has provided any other
information, read it carefully and observe it!
a) General
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Rechargeable batteries are no toys. Always keep batteries/rechargeable batteries
out of the reach of children.
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Do not leave rechargeable batteries lying around openly. Children or pets may
swallow them. If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately!
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Rechargeable batteries must not be short-circuited, taken apart or thrown into fire.
There is a risk of fire and explosion!
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Leaking or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause chemical burns
to skin when touched without the use of adequate protective gloves.
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Never recharge normal (non-rechargeable) batteries. There is a risk of fire and
explosion!
Non-rechargeable batteries are meant to be used once only and must be disposed
of properly when empty.
Only charge rechargeable batteries intended for this purpose. Use a suitable bat
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tery charger.
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Batteries must not get damp or wet.
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Place the charger and battery on a non-flammable, heat-resistant surface (e.g.
stone tiles). Maintain enough distance from flammable objects. Leave enough
distance between the charger and the rechargeable battery - never place the re
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chargeable battery on the charger.
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As both the charger and the battery heat up during the charge/discharge procedu
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re, it is necessary to ensure sufficient ventilation. Never cover the charger or the
rechargeable battery!
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Never use battery packs made up of different cells.
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Never leave the charging/discharging batteries unattended.
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Never recharge a battery directly in the model. Always remove the rechargeable
battery from the model for recharging.
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Always observe correct polarity (plus/+ and minus/-) when connecting the rechar
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geable battery to your model or charger. Connecting the battery incorrectly will not
only damage the model but also the rechargeable battery. There is a risk of fire
and explosion!
This charger has a mechanism that protects against connecting the poles incor
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rectly. Nonetheless, it is possible that an incorrectly connected battery may lead to
damage in certain situations.
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Never charge more than one rechargeable battery/battery pack at the same time.
Always connect one single rechargeable battery/battery pack to the charger.
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If the product is not to be used for an extended period of time (e.g. storage), dis
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connect any connected rechargeable battery from the charger and disconnect the
charger from the voltage/current supply.
The charger has no mains switch. If you operate the charger via the mains cable,
pull the mains plug from the socket when you no longer need the charger.
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Do not charge/discharge any battery that is still hot (e.g. caused by high dischar
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ging current from the model). Allow the rechargeable battery to cool down to room
temperature before attempting to charge or discharge it.
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Never damage the exterior cover of a battery. There is a risk of fire and explosion!
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Never charge/discharge damaged, leaking or deformed batteries. This can result
in a fire or explosion! Dispose of any unusable rechargeable batteries in an envi
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ronmentally compatible fashion. Do not continue to use them.
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Remove the battery from the charger when it is fully charged.
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Recharge the rechargeable batteries about every 3 months. Otherwise, so-called
deep discharge may result, rendering the rechargeable batteries useless.
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Keep rechargeable batteries in a suitable location. Use a smoke detector in the
room. The risk of fire (or the occurrence of toxic smoke) cannot be excluded.
Special rechargeable batteries for the model construction area are subject to great
stress (e.g. high charging and discharging currents, vibrations, etc.).
