KXBC2 and KXBT2 Instructions
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ELECRAFT ADVISORY
LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK PRECAUTIONS
Misusing a lithium-ion battery may cause it to get hot, rupture, or ignite and cause serious injury. Misuse may also
result in a loss of performance and shortened life expectancy. Be sure to follow these safety rules below.
Disclaimer:
This information is descriptive only. It is not intended to make or imply any representation, guarantee or
warranty. Elecraft assumes no liability for problems that occur when the precautions below are not followed.
HANDLING AND USAGE
Operating temperature range is -10 to 55 °C (14 to 130 °F).
Do not place the battery on or near fire, stoves, or other high-temperature locations. Do not use or store the battery inside
a hot vehicle. Do not leave the battery on surfaces that would help spread fire, such as wood or carpeting.
Do not expose the battery to direct sunshine except for brief periods, such as when swapping battery packs.
Do not short the positive and negative terminals of the battery together.
Do not carry or store the battery together with metal objects that could cause a short, such as bare wire.
Do not pierce the battery with nails, strike the battery with a hammer, step on the battery, or otherwise subject it to strong
impact or shock.
Do not allow the battery to get wet.
Do not disassemble or modify the battery, or tamper with the battery’s built-in safety and protection devices.
Immediately discontinue use of the battery if, while using, charging, or storing the battery, the battery emits an unusual
smell, feels hot, changes color, changes shape, or appears abnormal in any other way.
In the event that the battery leaks and the fluid gets into one’s eye, do not rub the eye. Rinse well with water and
immediately seek medical care. If left untreated the battery fluid could cause damage to the eye.
CHARGING
Charging temperature range is 0 to 40 °C (32 to 105 °F).
The battery pack must be charged externally, using only the recommended or supplied smart-charger.
Do not leave the battery unattended during charging. Charge only on a nonflammable surface.
Do not attach the battery to a power supply, to another battery, or to a car’s cigarette lighter/accessory jack.
While charging, do not place the battery in or near fire or into direct sunlight. When the battery becomes hot, the built-in
safety equipment is activated, preventing the battery from charging further, and heating the battery can destroy the safety
equipment and can cause additional heating, breaking, or ignition of the battery.
Do not continue charging the battery if it does not recharge within the specified charging time. Doing so may cause the
battery to become hot, rupture, or ignite.
STORAGE
Storage temperature range is -20 to 45 °C (-4 to 113 °F). However, storing the batteries between 0 and 30 C (32 to 86 °F)
will greatly increase battery life.
For maximum life, batteries should be stored charged at about 30 to 50% of capacity.
Batteries not in active use should be fully charged at least once per year to prevent over-discharge.
SHIPPING
Shipping restrictions vary according to the company handling the cargo. The following are general requirements. Check
with your shipper for details.
When shipping 1 or 2 packs, place them in a rigid box with the warning below on the outside.
LITHIUM ION BATTERY: DO NOT LOAD OR TRANSPORT PACKAGE IF DAMAGED
CONTACT (include your telephone number).
