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CARE & HANDLING OF LiPo, Li-Ion & LiFe BATTERIES
WARNING!! DO NOT try to charge lithium-polymer (LiPo) or lithium-ion (Li-Ion) cells in the same way
as other battery types! Always read the instructions that are included with your lithium batteries
carefully before use. Failure to follow these care and handling instructions can quickly result in
severe, permanent damage to the batteries and its surroundings and even start a FIRE!
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ALWAYS charge lithium batteries in a fi reproof location, which could be a container made of metal or ceramic tile.
Monitor the area with a smoke or fi re alarm, and have a lithium approved fi re extinguisher available at all times.
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NEVER
attempt to extinguish a lithium fi re with water or a non-lithium approved fi re extinguisher!
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ALWAYS
provide adequate ventilation around LiPo/Ion batteries during charge, while in use, and during storage.
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NEVER
allow LiPo or Li-Ion cells to overheat at any time, as they can and usually will become physically damaged and
could possibly
EXPLODE
or catch
FIRE!!
If a battery becomes overheated (over 140°F, 60°C), disconnect it from the
charger IMMEDIATELY!
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NEVER
continue to charge LiPo or Li-Ion batteries if the charger fails to recognize full charge. LiPo cells which swell
or emit smoke may be in an overcharge condition and should be disconnected from the charger immediately.
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NEVER
set the charger’s LiPo/Ion battery voltage settings to a voltage that is HIGHER than the nominal rating of the
battery itself, as such cells cannot handle overcharging in any way.
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NEVER
charge LiPo or Li-Ion batteries at currents greater than the “1C” rating of the battery, or the maximum rated
current as specifi ed by the battery’s manufacturer.
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NEVER
allow LiPo cells to come in contact with moisture or water at any time.
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NEVER
allow the internal electrolyte from LiPo or Li-Ion batteries to get in the eyes or on skin – wash affected areas
immediately if they come in contact with the electrolyte and contact your physician!
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NEVER
attempt to use the charger’s NiCd and NiMH functions for LiPo or Li-Ion batteries.
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ALWAYS
keep LiPo batteries away from children.
BATTERY STORAGE
NiCd, NiMH, LiPo, and Li-Ion cell manufacturers recommend applying a 40% full charge to the batteries before being
put in storage. To achieve this, setting the CAPACITY screen to a reduced level before charge will cause the charger to
deliver only a partial charge to the battery.
Multiply your battery’s rated capacity by 0.4 to fi nd the proper value. Enter this value (or the closest available value) into
this screen. For example: The 40% full charge capacity of a battery rated at 3200mAh would be (3200 x 0.4) 1280mAh.
The closest possible setting for this would be 1300mAh. The 40% full charge capacity of a battery rated at 1600mAh
would be (1600 x 0.4) 640mAh. The closest possible setting for this would be 650mAh.
Once this value is set, proceed to charge the battery. When charge ends, you should notice that only about 40% of the
battery’s rated capacity was delivered during charge by looking at the COMPLETE screen as explained above.
COOLING FAN
A built-in cooling fan helps to keep the charger cool during operation. This will help extend the service life of the charger,
and allow it to function more accurately and effi ciently. The fan only functions while a battery is being charged.
CAUTION:
Do not block the vent holes for the cooling fan on the left side of the charger. Failure to do so could cause the
charger to overheat and possibly cause permanent damage.
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