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7. Information on Batteries/Rechargeable Batteries
Although use of batteries and rechargeable batteries in everyday life is a matter of course today, there are
many dangers and problems. In particular in LiPo/LiIon batteries with high energy content (as compared to
conventional NiMH batteries), various provisions must be complied with to avoid danger of explosion and
fire.
Therefore, always observe the following information and safety notes in handling of batteries and rechar-
geable batteries.
• Keep batteries/rechargeable batteries out of the reach of children.
• Do not leave any batteries/rechargeable batteries lying around openly. There is a risk of batteries being swallowed
by children or pets. If swallowed, consult a doctor immediately!
• Batteries/rechargeable batteries must never be short-circuited, disassembled or thrown into fire. There is a danger
of explosion!
• Leaking or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause chemical burns to skin at contact; therefore, use
suitable protective gloves.
• Liquids leaking from batteries/rechargeable batteries are chemically highly aggressive. Objects or surfaces that
come into contact with them may take severe damage. Therefore, keep batteries/rechargeable batteries in a
suitable location.
• Do not recharge normal, non-rechargeable batteries. There is a risk of fire and explosion! Charge only recharge
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able batteries intended for this; use suitable chargers.
Batteries (1.5 V) are intended for one-time use only and must be disposed of properly when discharged.
• Always observe the correct polarity when inserting batteries into the transmitter or connecting the flight battery
(observe plus/+ and minus/-).
Incorrect polarity will damage not only the transmitter but also the plane model and the rechargeable battery.
There is a danger of fire and explosion.
• Always replace the whole set of batteries in the transmitter. Do not mix full batteries with half-full ones. Always use
batteries/rechargeable batteries of the same type and manufacturer
• Only use high-quality alkaline batteries for the transmitter.
• If you do not use it for any extended period of time (e.g. during storage), remove the batteries inserted in the
transmitter to prevent damage from leaking batteries.
Attention!
Do not leave the rechargeable flight battery connected to the plane model if the latter is not used (e.g.
during transport or storage). Otherwise, the flight battery may be fully discharged and is thus destroyed/
unusable!
Remove the flight battery from the model plane for recharging.
• Never charge the flight battery right after use. Always leave the LiPo flight battery to cool off first (at least 5 - 10
minutes).
• Only charge intact and undamaged batteries. If the outer isolation of the rechargeable battery is damaged or the
battery is deformed or bloated, it must not be charged. In this case, there is immediate danger of fire and explosi
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on!
