LITHIUM ION/POLYMER/FE BATTERIES
USAGE:
Lithium battery packs must NEVER be discharged below 3 volts per
cell as this will result in damage to the cells. If the voltage is allowed
to drop below 3 volts per cell the battery voltage may seem to
recover following a charge, but the battery may not then give its full
nominal capacity and a reduction in performance is likely – allowing
the voltage to drop below 3 volts per cell will invalidate all warranty
claims.
Never charge Lithium Polymer battery packs at greater than 4.2 volts
per cell, Lithium Ion at 4.1 volts per cell or LiFe at greater than 3.7V
per cell as this will cause irreversible damage to the cells and will
invalidate all warranty claims.
Do not use discharge rates in excess of those specified with the
battery pack as this will result in a significant drop in voltage under
load and will dramatically reduce the number of charge/discharge
cycles the battery pack will give.
Do not attempt to charge Lithium battery packs whilst the input
12 volt battery is being charged, as the voltage supplied to the
Lithium Polymer charger may be too high.
If disposing of Lithium battery packs ensure that the pack is
fully discharged by using a light bulb, electric motor or similar to
completely discharge the pack.
DO NOT
allow any Lithium battery pack to short-circuit as this is likely
to result in a minor explosion and consequent fire.
BEFORE
charging any Lithium battery packs they should be closely
inspected for any damage, such as punctures in the sleeving or if
the battery has swollen or expanded in size. If any such damage is
detected
DO NOT
charge, even if the battery otherwise appears to be
brand new.
Before commencing charging always double check the settings on
the charger to ensure it is set correctly for the battery pack to be
charged. Using the wrong settings is likely to result in damage to the
battery pack being charged and could result in the battery
catching fire.
4