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X1 MF
WARNING AND SAFETY NOTES
Before charging your batteries, it is critical that you determine the
maximum allowable charge rate for your batteries. The X1 MF has the
capability to charge at high rates that may not be suitable or safe for
your particular batteries. For example, Lithium cells are typically safe
to charge at 1C, or the total mAh/1000. A 1200mAh battery would
have a 1C charge rate of 1.2 Amps. A 4200mAh battery would have a
1C charge rate of 4.2 Amps. Some manufacturers are offering Lithium
cells that can be charged at greater than 1C but this should ALWAYS
be verified before charging a lithium battery at rates higher than 1C.
Voltage is just as critical as the charging amperage rate and this is
determined by the number of cells in series, or “S”. For example, a 3S
LiPo is rated at 11.1 Volts (“S” multiplied by a single LiPo cell voltage
of 3.7 VDC. 3 cells x 3.7 volts each equals 11.1 volts).
Connect the battery’s main leads to the charger output: red is positive
and black is negative. Keep in mind that the gauge or thickness of
your charging leads from the X1 MF to your battery must be of an
acceptable current rating to handle the applied charge current. For
maximum safety and charging effectiveness, always match or exceed
the main battery lead rating when assembling or selecting your
charging leads. Simply put, if you charge a battery at a high current
rate (amperage rate) with a charging lead not rated for the chosen
amperage, the wire could get hot, catch fire, short out, and potentially
destroy your battery and the charger. When in doubt, a higher gauge
wire (lower AWG number) is always safest! It’s common practice to
see charging leads constructed of 14AWG, 16AWG or 18AWG wire.
Always refer to recommendations from your battery manufacturer for
your specific battery type and size before initiating a charge or
discharge process.
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify Lithium or Lead-Acid battery
packs.
Charging