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Battery Warnings
IMPORTANT NOTE: Lithium Polymer LiPo) batteries are significantly more vola-
tile than the alkaline , NiCd and NiMH batteries also used in RC applications. All
instructions and warnings must be followed exactly to prevent property damage
and/ or personal injury as mishandling of LiPo batteries can result in fire.
By handling, charging or using the included LiPo battery you assume all risks assoc-
iated with LiPo batteries. If you do not agree with these conditions, please return
your complete product in new, unused condition to the place of purchase immediately.
You must read the following safety instructions and warnings before handling,
charging or using the LiPo battery.
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You must charge the LiPo battery in a safe area away from flammable materials.
•
Never charge the LiPo battery unattended at any time. When charging the bat-
tery you should always remain in constant observation to monitor the charging
process and react immediately to any potential problems that may occur.
• After flying / discharging the battery you must allow it to cool to ambient /
room temperature before recharging. Also, it is NOT necessary or recommended
to discharge the battery ‘completely’ before charging ( LiPo batteries have no
‘memory’ and it’s safe to charge partially discharged batteries when using an
appropriate charger and settings).
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To charge the battery you must use only the stock included Charger or a suitably
compatible LiPo battery charger. Failure to do so may result in a fire causing
property damage and/ or personal injury. DO NOT use a NiCd or NiMH charger
to charge Li-Po battery.
•
If at any time during the charge or discharge process the battery begins to ball-
oon or swell, discontinue charging or discharging immediately. Quickly and safely
disconnect the battery then place it in a safe , open area away from flammable
materials to observe it for at least 15 minutes. Continuing to charge or disch-
arge a battery that has begun to balloon or swell can result in a fire. A battery
that has ballooned or swollen even a small amount must be removed from
service completely.
