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IMPORTANT!
Use only the
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included
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Futaba to charge the
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It is important to understand the operating characteristics of
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the proceeding precautions can
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permanent damage to the batteries and its
surroundings and possibly result in a
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Do not attempt to disassemble
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uate ventilation around
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discharge
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use
and during storage.
Do not leave a
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Do not attempt to charge
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ith a charger that is NOT designed for
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as permanent damage to the battery and charger could result.
Al
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on carpet
a cluttered
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near paper
plastic
vinyl
leather or
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or inside an R/C
model or full-sized automobile
Monitor the charge area
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Do not charge
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the rated capacity of the battery
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Do not allo
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Fahrenheit
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should be placed in a
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full charge.
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arm during charging
but if the charger or battery
becomes excessively hot disconnect the battery from the charger immediately
Al
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ays inspect
a battery
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hich has previously overheated for potential damage
and do not re-use if you suspect
it has been damaged in any
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ay.
Do not use a
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ipo battery if you suspect physical damage has occurred to the pack. Carefully
inspect the battery for even the smallest of dents
cracks
splits
punctures or damage to the
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iring and connectors. DO NOT allo
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the battery’s internal electrolyte to get into eyes or on
skin
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ash affected areas immediately if they come in contact
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ith the electrolyte. If in doubt
place the battery in a
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re-proof location for at least 30 minutes.
Do not store batteries near an open
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ame or heater.
Do not discharge
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ipo batteries at currents
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hich exceed the discharge current rating of the
battery.
Al
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ays store
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ay from children.
Never remove the SD card or turn off po
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er
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hile entering data.
Never store the SD card
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here it may
be subject to strong static electricity or
magnetic
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elds.
Do not expose the SD card to direct
sunlight
excessive humidity or corrosive
environments.
Do not expose the SD card to dirt
moisture
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ater or
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uids of any kind.
Be certain to insert the SD card in the correct
direction.
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