1N00-510 Genesis 80cm Boat v1.1 02/04
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Confidential
There are two batteries supplied with each model. This allows one to be used
whilst the other is on charge.
Tip!
Before use, separate the batteries into two sets.
On the end opposite the connectors, label one set
“A” and the other “B”. Then number the A and B
sets, 1 to 12 (or however many models are in your
set). Always use set A or set B together and place
the battery in the model and charger with the same
number. There are two advantages to this system.
If the batteries need to be changed during the
operating day it is easy to see which batteries have
been changed. Additionally if there is a battery
problem the possible culprit is narrowed to one
battery, one boat and one charger.
Always keep the battery contacts clean. The next section deals with charging
the batteries and the associated subject of battery life.
It must be understood that batteries are an expendable item and in this
respect are similar to the tyres and brakes on your car. They will benefit from
correct use and be permanently damaged by misuse or inappropriate
charging regimes. There are three areas where you can have a direct effect
on the overall life of the battery. These are: Charging, Use and Storage.
Before we examine the factors relating to battery life, this vital fact must be
appreciated.
Every rechargeable battery leaves the manufacturer with a finite life!
This life is usually expressed in terms of charge/discharge cycles. Each time a
battery is charged and discharged a part of the battery life is used up and
cannot be replaced.
Charging
It is vital to use a quality charger. The Tornado charger supplied with your unit
has been tested by the battery manufacturer and is approved by them for use
with the dry-fit batteries supplied. Do not charge the batteries with any other
charger and do not use the Tornado chargers on other batteries. The
batteries should be charged at the end of each operating period even if the
unit has only had a little use.
Repeated under charging will lead to reduced battery capacity and premature
failure. With this in mind it is important to charge the battery fully after each
use and this will normally be achieved by overnight charging. Incomplete
charging can be diagnosed by charger meters which are not at “0 or 1” at the
start of the operating period and a gradual and progressive reduction of the
batteries capacity, as evidenced by a reduction in the number of games the
batteries achieve. If these symptoms are accompanied by late closing and
early opening times then steps must be taken to avoid the premature failure of
the batteries due to undercharging. Always monitor the models performance
and change the batteries if the models speed is visibly reduced. Place the
used batteries on charge immediately. The charging regime you use will
depend on your specific site and pattern of use. However the goal is the
